Bay Road Animal Hospital serves the Sarasota area. We offer insight into your pet's health from the inside out. Every pet owner knows that the bond between an animal and its owner is unique. A veterinarian can help you establish a stronger relationship with your pet. Behavior counseling is often the key to building a deep bond. Are you considering behavior counseling for your pet? Let’s looks at a few things to keep in mind.
Behavior Consultations Help You Develop a Plan
A behavioral consultation is the first step in building a plan for behavior counseling for your pet. If your pet exhibits poor or unusual behavior, set up a consultation with one of our veterinarians. During the consultation, we will gain insight into the problem and ask questions about your pet's behavior at home. We will ask what kinds of changes you have already implemented. Many of the treatment options that we will discuss may involve reducing stress in the household or finding ways to reduce negative associations. We will develop a treatment plan that is customized for your pet.
Pets that are not treated for behavioral issues can pose health risks to themselves and others. Inappropriate behavior in pets comes in many forms and it can differ from animal to animal. Our veterinarians can help you identify which behaviors are not appropriate and how they can be addressed.
For dogs, biting is one of the most difficult issues to address. Dogs may also exhibit digging, barking, chewing, and scratching. Noise sensitivity, aggression, and separation anxiety are also commonly attached to behavioral issues.
When it comes to cats, behavioral issues often occur in the form of spraying to mark territory and using the bathroom outside the litterbox. Overgrooming and overeating are also signs of behavioral issues. Just like dogs, cats can also become aggressive.
Get Behavior Counseling in Sarasota, FL
If your pet is experiencing behavioral changes, our veterinarians at Bay Road Animal Hospital are available for a consultation. We are equipped to help with a variety of behavioral issues, from barking and biting to overgrooming and overeating. Call our team today at our Bay Road and Osprey location at (941) 366-2275 or our Honore and 17th location at (941) 378-1236 or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.
Veterinary Technicians
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Missy first started at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 2003. She took the last few years off to pursue an interest in a specialty practice but rejoined the Bay Road team in early 2022. Missy received her AS Degree in veterinary technology from Penn Foster in 2013. With her many years of experience and advanced skill set she effortlessly moved up into our Head CVT position in August. When Missy is not working, she loves spending her time training her horses, participating in rodeos and spending time with her family.
Lela began working at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 1984 after she graduated from The University of Florida with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Forest Resource Conservation. While working at Bay Road, Lela received her AS degree in Veterinary Technology from St. Petersburg College. She is a Florida native and lives in Myakka City with her husband, two boys, and many animals.
Daniella joined the Bay Road team in 2018. She started as a veterinary assistant, then moved into a scribe position and is now a veterinary technician assistant. She is currently enrolled in school and working towards being a certified veterinary technician. She loves to provide the customers and patients with the best care and support she can.
Gabby joined the Bay Road team in early 2022 as a veterinary assistant. She recently enrolled in the Veterinary Technology program at Penn Foster and is now working more as a technician assistant to help further her education. Gabby lives on a small farm east of Sarasota and has a variety of pets ranging from dogs, cats and guinea pigs to sheep and goats to even a gecko named Chip. When Gabby is not working or completing schoolwork, she loves spending time with her family and friends.
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