Animal Behaviour

Managing Bad Habits

Pets sometimes develop bad habits that annoy their owners. Left untreated, these behaviours simply become more entrenched and owners find it increasingly difficult to manage the undesirable behaviour in their pets.

Fears & Phobias

Your dog enjoys physical interaction as much as you do – the companionship and reassurance it receives as a young pup helps to develop a well-balanced dog. And just like humans, dogs can experience anxiety, stress and separation disorders. They can’t talk so they show their stress by behaving unsociably: they might bark excessively, or cling overmuch to you, or dig up your garden, chew your furniture or soil in the house. Many dog owners mistake fears and phobias for bad behaviour.

Fright Night

While fireworks are getting more spectacular to watch, they are also getting louder, with ear-splitting, window-rattling bangs. For many dogs, fireworks mean unpredictable noise, fear, visits to the vet and even sedatives. Many pets get injured or killed when fireworks have caused them to run blindly in panic – often on to busy roads.

Sound Therapy 4 Pets

'Sound Therapy 4 Pets' was started in 2001 by Dr Sarah Heath and Dr Jon Bowen, both internationally renowned behaviour specialist veterinarians from the UK. The company produces CDs and information on behaviour modification that Sarah and Jon have designed for use in their own practices. Besides being available in South Africa, the range is sold and marketed in many countries throughout Europe as well as in North America, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Dealing with Behaviour Issues

Behaviour problems often manifest in a number of unsociable ways such as spraying (in cats) or excessive barking (in dogs). When you find yourself at your wits’ end, ask your veterinarian about Kyron’s range of products. They are there to help you deal with your pet’s problems.