Expert Vets, Happy Pets
Behavior issues are something most pet owners face at one time or another and sadly, they can create such frustration it breaks the bond between pet and person. At Oceanside Veterinary Clinic, our veterinarians and technicians are experienced and educated about pet behavior problems and can provide help through training suggestions, environmental changes at home, and potentially prescribe medications to help calm your pet and recommend other behavioral modification training.
Some typical behavior issues that we can help you with include:
- Separation anxiety
- Noise aversion
- Inappropriate elimination/litterbox issues
- Excessive barking
- Obsessive licking/lick granulomas
- Chewing
- Pica/Coprophagia
- Aggression/Irritability
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Initially, it’s always important to rule out a medical or physical cause for the behavior, especially if it is a sudden change. Pets can’t tell you when something is wrong, so the behavior could be the symptom of a health problem, such as chronic pain or illness. If you notice your pet acting abnormally you should schedule an appointment with us as soon as possible. The earlier pet behavior problems are identified and addressed, the better the outcome will be. We’ll work with you to find the solutions that fit your pet and your family.
To schedule an appointment or consultation with a veterinarian at Oceanside Veterinary Clinic, call us at (843) 795-7574.