Pet Behavior

Animal behavior problems are common and one of the biggest reasons that people give up their animals or treat them harshly.

Ten Tips for Preventing Pet Behavior Problems

1. Set rules immediately and be consistent.
2. Avoid situations that promote inappropriate behavior.
3. Observe the pet and provide what it needs (food, care, attention and entertainment).
4. Supervise the new pet diligently through undivided individual attention and training, and restrict the pet's access to a limited area of the house until training is completed.
5. Set them up to succeed! Encourage good behavior with praise and attention.
6. Correct bad behaviors by providing positive alternatives (A toy for a slipper, scratching post for the sofa).
7. Never physically punish or force compliance to commands. This may lead to fear biting or aggression.
8. Don't play rough or encourage aggression or play biting.
9. Expose pets to lots of people, animals, and environments where you want them to live.
10. See your veterinarian if serious or unresolved behavior problems exist.

Recommended Trainers

Pheromone Products for Dogs and Cats

Available at Lakewood Animal Hospital!

D.A.P Dog Appeasing Pheromone mimics the pheromone that the mother dog produces to calm and reassure her puppies. Dogs recognize these pheromones throughout life. It is an effective natural way to help dogs cope with new and fearful situations.

Instructions Fasten the collar around your dog's neck and adjust. Cut off the excess portion of the collar. The effects of one collar last up to 4 weeks. Combining the D.A.P. Diffuser indoors for stress-related behavior achieves optimal results.

Pheromone Spray For Dogs and Cats

      Good for travel or sudden occasions of anxiety

Feliway Pheromone Plug In Diffusor

    Good for around the clock anxiety situations affecting your cat

Additional Topics

• Selecting a Cat
• Selecting a Dog