What’s The Problem?
Is Kitty:
-Avoiding the litter box
-Spraying
-Fighting with companion animals
-Aggressive towards people
-Scratching the furniture
-Biting when being pet or
during play
-Awakening you at all hours of
the night
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Are You:
-Moving to a new home
-Introducing a new baby, pet
or family member
-Planning to travel with kitty
-Experiencing any other type
of problem
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My Furry Friend:
Can help resolve an
existing problem or avoid
a potential one. Best
results are achieved
through early intervention. |
The Consultation Process
Consultations are scheduled by appointment only. Prior to scheduling, I will conduct a brief telephone
interview to discuss the nature of the problem and efforts which have been made to correct it. A
veterinary examination may be required to rule out a medical cause.
Behavior problems are often your cat’s way of communicating a problem. The key is to uncover the
cause of the problem as seen through the eyes and mind of your cat. This can best be achieved
through an in home visit to evaluate the home environment and observe your cat in his or her natural
territory. It is recommended that all family members be present in order to see how your cat and
family members interact and to understand how each member views the problem. Telephone
consultations are conducted when distance is a limiting factor.
During the consultation I will gather information about your cat’s personality and life history, recent
changes or stressors to his or her environment and details regarding the undesirable behavior. The
consultation will range from one to one and a half hours and conclude with a diagnosis of the problem
and initial suggestions to treat it. I will provide a written treatment plan within one week of the
consultation which could include modification suggestions for family members as well as your cat.
Follow up telephone calls or emails to monitor progress, suggest additional interventions and provide
ongoing support will be available on an as needed basis for a defined period of time. This can include
working with your vet, as sometimes the problem is best addressed through a combination of behavior
modification and medication. The probability of successfully resolving the problem will greatly depend
upon your flexibility, consistency in following the treatment plan, and the personality and temperament
of your cat.
Rates
Consultation fees will be provided after the initial telephone interview and prior to scheduling an
appointment. Hourly rates will apply if additional service is requested after the consultation and follow
up period.
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