What type of pets does Dr. Posage see?
Dr. Posage sees all breeds of dogs and cats of any age.
What are your fees?
Initial consults are 90 minutes and the fee is $400. A $50 non-refundable prepayment fee must be paid at the time of scheduling and is deducted from the total fee. Office and virtual visits for active clients are usually 30 minutes at a fee of $105, but visit duration and associated fees vary based on the pet’s needs.
Why are your wait times so long?
Dr. Posage is one of only a few veterinarians in the area with a practice limited to the treatment of behavior problems. Though she has continued to see new patients with a full schedule throughout the pandemic, it has not been possible to keep up the demand that spiked in the past year while other professional behavior services in the area were limited. On the whole, demand for pet services has increased during the pandemic. While we would love to increase the number of clients we see, the nature of successful behavior consultation requires time and personal attention. We are not willing to compromise patient care.
What should I bring to my appointment?
Dr. Posage will thoroughly explain your pet’s behavioral diagnosis and outline a behavior treatment plan, using demonstrations where possible for canine patients. For this purpose, it will be helpful if you have lots of small, tasty training treats prepared, especially if your pet is picky or on a special diet. Please DO NOT feed your pet a large meal before the appointment. Please also bring any training equipment you have with you.
Do I need a referral from a veterinarian to make an appointment?
No, all pet owners are welcome to schedule an appointment with or without a referral. However, we are very grateful for referrals from primary care veterinarians and trainers which is the best way to create a team approach to your pet's behavior problems.
Do your services come with a guarantee?
Unfortunately, there are no guarantees when it comes to changing behavior. There are many factors that affect the success of treatment including, but not limited to, the cause and severity of the problem. Beware of dog trainers and animal behaviorists who guarantee outcomes, especially without a complete understanding your pet's health and behavioral history. While not all pet behavior problems can be completely resolved, even people with the most serious pet behavior problems will usually gain a much better understanding of their pet, a personalized and realistic plan for addressing problematic behavior, and a happier relationship after meeting with Dr. Posage.