Behavioral Counseling

BehavioralCounseling

We offer individualized dog and cat behavioural counseling on a variety of issues including aggressive behaviour and inappropriate elimination. There are many new theories and improved knowledge relating to canine and feline behaviour problems. Both Dr. Douglas and Dr. Bennett are very interested in behaviour problems in domestic pets. After filling out a detailed questionnaire relating to the problems your pet is having, and examining the pet to rule out underlying health issues such as pain, we will work with you to design a behaviour modification program for your pet. We will try to acquaint you with normal canine and feline responses to various situations and recondition the animals responses where inappropriate. The most difficult task we often face is to retrain the owner! Don’t forget, it is better to tackle these problems early to maximize the chance of success. The key to success in fact, is owner consistency and positive reward…..let us help you understand the root of the problem you are encountering with your dog or cat and also refer you to many interesting sources of information on animal behaviour.

Hours of Operation Valley Veterinary Clinic

Monday8:30am – 5:30pm
Tuesday8:30am – 7:30pm
Wednesday8:30am – 7:30pm
Thursday8:30am – 7:30pm
Friday8:30am – 5:30pm
Saturday9:00am – 1:00pm
SundayClosed

Emergency Process
Emergency service is available 24 hours a day. Please call the office at (613) 257-3202 if you have an out of hours emergency and you will be directed to the veterinarian on call. Animals which require intensive care, surgery or are in life threatening situations may be referred to the Ottawa Veterinary Hospital at (613) 729-6139. All small animal emergencies after 11 pm are referred to the Ottawa Veterinary Hospital.