American College of Veterinary Behaviorists

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• Referral from March 4, 2021
  

  eureka3470 asked:

  [Help] Training for Anxiety? Does anyone know of a good trainer or training program specifically for anxious dogs? Chicago or remote. My 6 year old dog is generally somewhat anxious, but today he licked one of his paws to the point where it was raw/bleeding (nothing abnormal has happened). I put a bootie on the paw and he's totally calm now, but I need some help.

  

  homemadepeachpie replied:

  Has he been to the vet? It could be a medical issue. Look for a [trainer](https://www.reddit.com/r/Dogtraining/wiki/findingatrainer) with qualifications like CCPDT, IAABC, CTC. If it's severe anxiety, they may refer you to a [vet behaviorist](https://www.dacvb.org/) who can prescribe medication

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• Referral from August 20, 2020
  

  d6262190 asked:

  Alternatives to Ace Anyone have any recommendations for an alternative to acepromizine that I can research? My vet wants to keep her on it permanently, but I noticed that her tolerance built up very quickly, and diarrhea once I cut her off, which I’m assuming is a withdrawal symptom. Species: German Shepherd Age: 7 Symptoms: antibiotic resistant staph in both ears, we’re on try number 5 of a different antibiotic. Also has KCS and had one eye removed due to a corneal ulcer at the shelter when her previous owners took her in. I basically spend my day chasing her around to give her the 3 eye medications for her remaining eye, and now that I’ve been medicating her ears, it’s getting tough. I also feel bad keeping her sedated all the time, but she’s a very skittish/nervous girl. TLDR: any safer alternative to Ace? And why? Thanks!

  

  canadiangolden replied:

  If your dog has behavior concerns, consider an appointment with a veterinary behaviorist: http://dacvb.org/

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• Referral from December 12, 2014
  

  Rachel M. asked:

  I am sure this sounds crazy...but does anyone know a dog psychologist?

  

  Daina L. replied:

  http://www.dacvb.org/ these are veterinary behaviorists. There are only 60 or so in the country. See if there's one in NJ. They can prescribe meds and help change behaviors.

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• Referral from August 31, 2014
  

  Kim D. asked:

  Looking for a good trainer for a dog that has been trained to fight. Need a trainer with extreme experience fast. Please if you know any good trainers to recommend I'm in need of immediate assistance. I'm no damsel in distress when it comes to dealing with this issue but this one is out of my league. If your advice is to put the dog down or it's to dangerous please don't bother commenting. I give second chances and that's that!

  

  Brandon P. replied:

  Many people call themselves "Behaviorists" in this country but unless they Board certified members of the http://www.dacvb.org/, they are just dog trainers.

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• Referral from February 1, 2015
  

  Daniella N. asked:

  Is there a list or something where I can find reputable behaviorists or are there particular things I should look for besides using completely force-free methods? I'm in Rochester, NY. Thanks!

  

  Karen R. replied:

  www.dacvb.org is the colleges website.

  

  Karen R. replied:

  American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. They have a book out for the general public called 'Decoding Your Dog'. The Ultimate Experts Explain Common Dog Behaviors and Reveal How to Prevent or Change Unwanted Ones. Or so it says on the cover :)

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