Behavior

We all have our bad days, but some pets seem to have a little harder time than others following the rules. Our doctors and staff are well versed in many behavior modification techniques as well as pharmaceutical options to help your pet become the best he/she can be. Trust our Altoona-based animal behaviorists to train your dog or cat.

Basic Behavior Support at Our Clinic

Here to help with simple questions—and guide you to the right experts when needed.

We know behavior concerns can be stressful, and we want you to feel supported. While our team can offer basic behavior guidance, we are not a full behavior specialty clinic. For more complex or serious concerns, we typically recommend partnering with a certified trainer or a veterinary behavior specialist.

What We Can Help With

We can offer general guidance for things like:

• Mild anxiety
• Basic training questions
• Puppy behaviors
• Routine household manners
• Minor concerns you’d like to better understand

We’ll help you sort out what’s normal, what may need training support, and when a specialist would be the best option for your pet.

When We Refer Out

Some behaviors require more advanced help than we can provide.
 We may refer you to a trusted trainer or veterinary behaviorist for issues such as:

• Significant aggression (toward people or other pets)
• Severe anxiety or panic behaviors
• Bite history
• Intense reactivity
• Behavior concerns that aren’t improving with basic steps

Your pet’s safety—and yours—is our priority, so we partner with professionals who specialize in these areas.

Recommended Trainers & Specialists

Zak George’s Dog Training Revolution — Training your pet can be difficult at any age. Zak George is a trusted and highly regarded dog trainer that has worked with all kinds of behavior problems from good manners to reactivity.

List of Recommended Area Trainers

Helpful Resources

• Leash Walking 
• Litterbox Issues
• Crate Training
• House Training

Pet Behavior Professional in Altoona, Iowa

To Make An Appointment or consultation with a veterinarian, call us at (515) 967-4281 and we’ll set your pet up for our behavioral services in Altoona, IA.