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Are you struggling with your dog’s behavior? Did you adopt a new puppy and want to help them adjust? The MSPCA-Angell’s Behavior service offers expert methods designed to be friendly to dogs and help you help them overcome behavior and training issues. Our efficient and result-oriented training programs for all life stages can help you achieve the communication and leadership skills you desire with your furry friend.
Behavior appointments are available on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays with Terri Bright, Ph.D., BCBA-D, CAAB. Allyson Salzer, Ph.D., BCBA-D, CAAB, holds appointments only at the Angell West location in Waltham. Behavior Resident Bridgette Wilson, DVM, offers vet-to-vet consults regarding behavioral medication for patients who have seen Dr. Bright or Dr. Salzer.
Behavior consultations for cats and dogs are available either in person or via video conference (only when the behavior can be appropriately assessed remotely).
Behavior consultations for cats and dogs are available either in person or via video conference.
A reminder for puppy owners: All puppies should be carefully socialized in a group class before they are 20 weeks old with an experienced instructor, not at dog parks or daycare! Puppy and all dog training/classes (the Nosework class is great for seniors looking for hobbies) can be seen at mspca.org/dogtraining.
Following consultation, clients receive a detailed plan for their pet to modify behavior, and each consultation includes four months of email and phone follow-up to see how their pet is doing following the consultation.
Rewards-based treatment plans for issues such as:
For more information on Dog Training Classes, please click here.
Meet the skilled Behavior team at Angell-Boston, dedicated to providing expert, compassionate care for your pet’s health. Our board-certified specialists use advanced diagnostics and treatments to ensure the best outcomes. Learn more about the passionate professionals who make our Behavior department a trusted choice for veterinary care.
If you have any questions please contact Michalla Bishop at:
The referrral line: (617) 989-1520, or the referral fax: (617) 989-1627
