Dog and Cat Behavior Counseling
Pet Behavior Services in Pearland, TX
Is your pet displaying troubling behaviors that impact their quality of life or your household's harmony?
At Pearland Pet Health Center, we offer behavior counseling for both dogs and cats, provided exclusively by our very own Dr. Michael Farner.
With a special interest and expertise in pet behavior, Dr. Farner helps pet owners understand, manage, and improve their pet’s behavior through personalized consultations and training.
Scheduling Your Pet's Behavior Consultation
Behavior counseling appointments are available via in-clinic appointments or as a house call appointment in your home. If you are a new client or have a new pet and would like a house call, a required phone consultation (for a fee) must be completed before scheduling.
New clients or patients coming into our clinic directly do not have any special pre-booking requirements—you can book directly online!
Ready to Book Your Pet's Behavior Consultation?
initial Behavior Consultation
During your pet’s behavior consultation, Dr. Farner will:
Discuss your pet’s behavior history and the concerns you’re experiencing Create a customized behavior modification plan Recommend environmental enrichment and training strategies Evaluate whether supplements or behavioral medications may be helpful Perform a physical exam, if safe and necessary, or schedule one with premedication if needed
Ongoing Support & Follow-Ups
Behavior modification is a process, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. After your consultation, you can expect follow-up communication to monitor your pet’s progress. This may include phone check-ins, recheck appointments, and additional training sessions if needed. We offer training sessions both in-clinic and in-home for cases requiring hands-on support.
When to Consider a Pet Behavior Consultation
A behavior consultation is recommended if your pet’s actions pose a danger to themselves, other pets, or people—or if their behavior affects their well-being. Common concerns that may require professional help include:
Dogs
- Aggression (toward humans or animals)
- Severe anxiety or fear
- Thunderstorm and firework phobias
- Separation anxiety
- Excessive barking or destructive chewing
- Resource guarding (protecting food, toys, or spaces)
- Fecal consumption (coprophagia)
Cats
- Aggression toward people or other pets
- Litter box avoidance or inappropriate elimination
- Excessive vocalization or destructive scratching
- Overgrooming or self-mutilation
- Fear-based hiding or avoidance behavior
- Consumption of non-edible plants or objects (e.g. plastic)
WE'RE HERE FOR YOU
No matter the concern, our behavior counseling services are here to help restore balance to your home and improve your pet’s well-being. Book a consultation today and take the first step toward a happier, healthier relationship with your pet.