Welcome to
THE VET ZONE
INFORMATION FOR VET PRACTICES
VETERINARIANS & VETERINARY STAFF
ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR CONSULTATIONS AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CLIENTS
FIND OUT WHY
VIDEO CALL CONSULTATIONS
ARE YIELDING SUPERIOR RESULTS TO IN-PERSON, IN-CLINIC OR HOME VISITS
Why are video call consultations getting better results? Surely, video call consultations just won't be as good as in-person consultations?
Our Behaviourist thought, "No way they will work". She was the biggest sceptic but was proven very, very wrong! CLICK the play - button on the video to find out why.
VET REFERRAL FORM
NEW ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR CONSULTATION SERVICES NOW AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CLIENTS
My name is Dionna Newton, I am a qualified Animal Behaviourist with over 20 years of experience in both preventing and correcting companion pet behaviour problems.
After practicing as an Animal Behaviourist in veterinary clinics in the UK and Australia, I established Animal Behaviour Australia. Now, your clients can also access affordable Animal Behaviour services that deliver real results; that’s good for pets and great for your practice.
Upon request, we can provide posters, leaflets and business cards for you to display in your practice.
MY SERVICES & FEES:
Please refer to the website for more detailed information about Animal Behaviour Australia’s services and pricing.
In brief:
-
$400 Dogs & $350 Cats - Behaviour Consultation (90 mins) – For a specific behaviour issue.
-
$200 Dogs & $175 Cats - Preventative Behaviour Consultation (60 mins) – For preventative behaviour advice.
-
$78 - Follow-up Consultation (30 mins) – As required, for further support and advice.
We work alongside the pet's vet to ensure their patient receives the best possible medical and behavioural care. Our objective is to treat the root cause of the behavioural issue, however, if medications are required to assist in behavioural therapy, we liaise with the referring vet who can prescribe medication.
MY BACKGROUND:
-
Biology-based Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree – animal behaviour-focused honours.
-
Advanced Diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour from the Centre of Applied Pet Ethology (COAPE) in the UK.
-
Animal Behaviour Australia is associated with The Centre of Applied Pet Ethology (COAPE) UK.
-
Affiliate member of COAPE Association of Behaviourists and Trainers International. The largest network of professional Pet Animal Behaviourists in the UK.
-
Qualified Veterinary Nurse from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (UK).
If you have questions about our services, how the video call consultations are delivered, or how we can benefit your practice, please email us.
I look forward to being of benefit to you and your clients and helping pets in need of behavioural assistance.
Dionna
Dionna Newton
BSc (Hons) AdvDipCABT VN
EXAMPLE BMP
DO VIDEO CALL BEHAVIOUR CONSULTATIONS REALLY WORK? - DEFINITELY YES!
After more than a decade of face to face, in-clinic consultations I was sceptical about the effectiveness of this technology too. But experience has proven that they not only work, but are actually superior in overcoming limitations with traditional methods.
Video-calls are more effective than in-clinic appointments or house visits for behavioural consultations… Here’s why:
1. Consultations take place while the pet remains in their normal behaviour state:
When a pet enters a veterinary clinic, or has a stranger in their home during a consultation their natural behaviour inevitably changes. As an Animal Behaviourist, seeing how a pet acts normally conducting daily life (problems and all) is extremely important. If necessary (and it often isn't), clients can supplement a video-call by sending in a short video of their pet’s unwanted behaviours.
2. Consultations take place in the pet's home environment:
Depending on the nature of the pet’s behaviour problem, being guided through the home, or problem location, on a hand-held device while discussing the pet’s routines can provide invaluable information that helps to diagnose behavioural issues. Leading to efficient treatment.
3. Clients can access professional services not available locally, at a time that enables all family members to attend (including after-hours consultations):
Meeting all family members involved in a pet’s care, and creating a team plan to prevent or rectify behavioural problems greatly improves the long-term effectiveness of positive behaviour change.
4. Consultation prices are kept low by avoiding unnecessary overheads:
Video calls are free of travel time, travel costs and clinic operating costs, meaning clients get great value and save their time too. Video calls are very simple using the Zoom platform. That simple, anybody who has a smartphone, tablet, laptop or PC with a camera can do it. Even 89 year olds (our oldest client to date!).
Not Convinced? Check out our clients testimonials on our website.
AREN'T ANIMAL BEHAVIOURISTS EXPENSIVE & ONLY USED AS A LAST RESORT?- NOT ANYMORE!
Thanks to lower overheads, Animal Behaviour Australia can provide quality, professional consultations to more clients, in more places.
Visit our Bookings page on the website for a detailed service pricelist.
You’ll be pleasantly surprised at the value of our services, including these two popular consultations:
Behaviour Consultation (Modification) For a specific behaviour issue.
Includes:
-
Pre-consultation: The client is asked to complete a detailed questionnaire. This gives information in a format required for analysis and helps them to describe their pet’s behavioural problems. Giving us pertinent information that reveals all relevant behavioural and situational information.
-
Pre-assessment: Before the consultation, the information provided by the client is assessed, and a review of any video provided demonstrating unwanted behaviour is conducted.
-
1.5 - 2 hour video call consultation with the client, family members and their pet. Concluding with detailed and practical advice on how to correct behavioural issues and sustain positive change.
The client can jot down their pet's Behaviour Modification Plan in session or can choose to purchase a written, bespoke Behaviour Modification Plan created for them, at an additional cost. This is optional to prevent cost from being a barrier to getting behavioural help and advice.
Behaviour Consultation (Prevention) To prevent behaviour problems from establishing.
Great for new puppies or kittens, or for dealing with changes in home circumstances.
Includes:
-
Pre-consultation: The client is asked to complete a questionnaire that helps them to describe their pet in a useful format, and uncovers all relevant behavioural (their pet's characteristics) and situational information.
-
Pre-assessment: Before the consultation, the information provided by the client is assessed, including the client’s goals. Behavioural issues they need to proactively avoid are identified.
-
One hour video call consultation with the client and their pet. Focusing on the client's particular circumstances, the personality of their pet and unique behaviour characteristics. Concluding with in-depth and realistic advice on how to avoid problem behaviours from taking hold.
Not Just Consultations!
Visit the Learning Zone for low cost resources, such as Behaviour Guide E-Books, Socialisation Checklists and more!
DID YOU KNOW, MANY OF YOUR CLIENTS FEEL EMBARRASSED WHEN THEIR PET HAS A BEHAVIOUR PROBLEM?
BUT YOU CAN EASILY FIX THIS!
When their pet has a behavioural issue many owners feel:
-
Too embarrassed to tell a vet or nurse.
-
It's their fault; they aren't a good pet owner.
-
They have failed or are useless, and are too embarrassed to speak up to get help.
-
If they ignore the problem, it might miraculously rectify, and they hope nobody notices in the meantime.
-
Defeated, and they do not realise their Vet Practice can advise where to get help.
All the reasons make us feel sad, but the saddest is they think their Veterinary Clinic can't help them. You can fix that!
By simply putting up a poster on the wall in your waiting room, your clients know where to access help without feeling embarrassed.
A nurse called this poster, 'A lifeline for pets poster.' It made us laugh, but she hit the nail on the head!
DOWNLOAD YOUR POSTER NOW
IF YOUR CLINIC RUNS PUPPY PRESCHOOL, MAKE SURE YOU TELL PUPPY OWNERS ABOUT
"THE BEHAVIOUR VACCINATION"
OUR BEHAVIOUR PREVENTION CONSULTATION
A ‘must have’ for puppies that show any nervousness at puppy school. And those who are particularly difficult, odd, or appear to be supercharged...
However, a BEHAVIOUR PREVENTION CONSULTATION is beneficial to all puppies and kittens.
Did you know? Behavioural issues are the number one cause of death for dogs under 3 years of age. This information is taken from the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior.
Feel free to download and print the Behaviour Prevention Consultation Poster - "Behaviour Vaccination" and include it in your Puppy Packs.
Please, please, make sure to mention this option during Puppy Preschool classes.
DOWNLOAD YOUR POSTER NOW
CONTACT
ME
Get in touch if you have any unanswered questions.
If you need any further clarification or further information please drop us an email.
If you'd prefer, we can arrange for a video call link-up with a group of your clinic staff. An ideal opportunity to meet face-to-face and for you to get answers to any questions your practice may have. To schedule this, please email us to arrange a suitable time.
