Common Behavioral Disorders We Treat
Aggression - all types, human-directed and animal-directed such as inter-dog and inter-cat aggression
Fear, Anxiety, Phobia, and Panic Disorders - separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, thunderstorm phobia, firework phobia, and specific fears related to people, animals, objects, environments, or sounds
Inappropriate Elimination - house soiling (urine and feces), marking, submissive, and excitement urination
Compulsive and Repetitive Behaviors - pacing, circling, spinning, tail chasing, fly snaping, excessive grooming behavior, etc
Senior Disorders - cognitive dysfunction, nocturnal restlessness/anxiety, excessive vocalization, aggression
Prevention of Behavior Problems - Fear, anxiety, or aggression when introducing pets or with the arrival of a baby
“ I don’t know where I would be without their help, patience, expertise and guidance all these years. I have learned so much from them and I am so grateful to have found them.”
What does a Behavior Consultation involve?
“Most treatment plans can be implemented in as little as 30 minutes a day. ”
All consultations are conducted by Dr. Kenneth Martin, a veterinary behaviorist and licensed veterinarian. Consultations are provided in our Spicewood, Texas facility. Consultations involve a detailed behavioral history, behavior profile with temperament evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. A written treatment plan is provided that includes behavioral and environmental modification and training recommendations. Anxiety-relieving medications or supplements may be prescribed/recommended depending on your pet's condition. Please review our policy on pet prescriptions.
Your pet's regular veterinarian is kept informed of all treatment recommendations. Most treatment plans can be implemented in as little as 30 minutes a day. Follow-up behavior appointments are recommended to provide you with continued support.
How do I schedule my pet's Behavior Consultation?
Appointments are scheduled after submitting a completed behavior history form (click any button below or complete FORMS here) to Veterinary Behavior Consultations: info@veterinarybehavior.com. Behavior consultations are seen by veterinary referral. Please inform your veterinarian you are contacting us regarding your pet's behavior. Prospective clients can contact us directly to inquire about behavior services. Read more about our services below.
In-Person Behavior Consultations
In-person behavior consultations with client and pet involve a meeting at our Spicewood, Texas facility (580 Alta Vista Road, Spicewood, TX). The initial consultation will typically last for one to one and a half hours and will be provided by Dr. Kenneth Martin. Consultations range in price from $550 to $650 USD depending on the species and behavioral concerns. A follow-up consultation will be suggested within 3 months of the initial appointment (~ $150-$175 USD). The majority of clients are able to make improvement after the initial consultation.
$550-$650
For up to 3 months and includes:
1-1.5 hour consultation
Email support
LONG-DISTANCE BEHAVIOR CONSULTATIONs with Veterinarians
Are you a veterinarian needing assistance with a behavior case? Video behavior consultations are provided worldwide directly with veterinarians. Consultations can be initiated by completing a Patient Referral Form for Remote/Video Consultations and submitting a copy of the pet's medical history. Your client must also submit the appropriate new appointment behavior history form. After reviewing the medical and behavior history and discussing treatment recommendations with you, Dr. Martin will send a consultation summary and resources to assist with your treatment of the case. Remote/video consultations are $375 USD payable by the veterinary hospital prior to the consultation and includes up to 6 weeks of email follow-up support with Dr. Martin.
$375
For 6 weeks and includes:
Up to 45 minute Zoom consult
Up to 6 weeks of email follow-up support
“My young beagle had anxiety about being touched and handled and after he snapped at a vet tech while in post-op for neutering, I had to do something. After working with two different trainers and not seeing results, I reached out to VBC. They spent about an hour with my dog in an in-person observation, then provided me with a very personalized program for him that took about 20 mins daily to practice. We also discussed my dog’s progress weekly via phone or email and made modifications to the program as needed. I was hoping for any improvement I could get...what I got was a life-changing experience of learning and bonding. The VBC approach is rooted in positivity. They teach you how to understand your animal’s signals and body language and use positive reinforcement to mitigate anxiety. Once you can understand your pet’s cues, you use this knowledge to gradually work with him to help resolve his issues in a true animal-canine partnership. The exercises are very gradual - they build on each other over time- and easy to do. Within 3 months, my dog was doing significantly better; within 6 months, the difference was amazing. I saw his anxieties gradually melt away. His big test was his annual exam. He completed the entire physical, two shots and a heartworm test without even needing a muzzle. The whole vet’s office was talking about how well he did and congratulating him as we left! My friends also tell me how much happier and mellower he has become.
Before we started VBC, I could barely touch him without him showing anxiety, growling and getting mouthy. He also displayed leash aggression. He now plays without getting too rough, routinely jumps on my lap, gives me kisses, takes belly rubs happily, snuggles with me while watching TV, is much more comfortable with new people and is much easier to walk. I feel like I understand him so much better because I have learned how his body language conveys his feelings. I can help him be successful in any situation by understanding his comfort level and acting accordingly to support him. He has blossomed, and I have learned an amazing amount by working with him. ”