A Happy Pet Starts With
A Healthy Mind
At Paws for Thought, we believe in treating the whole pet.
Using evidence-based treatment techniques, we diagnose, understand, and address your pet's behavioural challenges. Understanding that behavioural issues can often stem from underlying medical conditions, we carefully assess each case to determine the root cause and treat them appropriately. Our tailored solutions, considering both your pet's unique needs and your lifestyle, help you create a harmonious relationship and a happier, healthier pet.
Our Services
Behaviour Assessments
Vet-to-Vet Referral
Tailored For You
Personalised Treatment Plans
Common Behavioural Issues
Fear & Phobia
House Soiling
Hyperactivity
Compulsive Behaviours
Aggression
Separation Anxiety
Excessive Vocalisation
Age-related Decline
Questions?
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With advanced training in behavioural medicine, a behaviour veterinarian is qualified to diagnose and treat your pet's behavioural issues. Our approach combines behavioral therapy, environmental adjustments, and, when necessary, medication to address both mental and physical health concerns.
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Getting to the root of the problem - We work to understand the underlying causes of unwanted behaviours, investigate triggers and motivation, and whether medical conditions are contributing to pets behaviour problems.
Complex Psychological issues - Some pets face deeper psychological issues. Behaviour vets are qualified to accurately diagnose conditions such as anxiety, aggression, and other psychiatric disorders.
Tailored Solutions - Each pet is unique. We create personalized plans to address individual needs and behaviours. Improving the lives of both pets and owners.
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On-Site Consults: Our clinic-based consultations provide comprehensive assessments, including physical health checks and personalised behaviour training plans.
Telemedicine: Once your pet has been seen by our team in person, you can access our telemedicine service for continued support. These follow-up sessions allow us to provide ongoing care and advice about your pet's behaviour in the comfort of your home.
Home Visit Consults: For pets who feel more at ease in their own environment, our home visits offer tailored evaluations and guidance, along with practical advice for environmental adjustments.
Referrals Welcome: If your veterinarian recommends our services, we can coordinate a consultation and review your pet's medical history. Your regular vet can handle follow-up care and additional testing.
Collaboration with Trainer: We believe in a collaborative approach to pet behaviour. If you're already working with a force-free trainer, we're happy to collaborate with them to create a comprehensive and effective treatment plan for your pet.
Our Stories
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“Being a pawparent to a dog with separation anxiety can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming. Having Dr. Izzy's support and expertise makes a world of difference. She clearly carries so much care, patience and love for each animal that walks through her door. I don't just feel like I have a vet supporting me, but a partner who is totally committed to improving Snoop's wellbeing.”
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“Having a dog with anxiety is stressful, but adding a new baby to the mix just adds to the pot. Dr Izzy was fantastic in coming to our home to observe our dog around our new baby in his own environment. She was quick to point out triggers and signs of stress in our dog. She came up with a plan to help us - and the stress relief was instant. She eased our worries, helped us with practical solutions and became a fast friend to our paw pup and family. We cannot reccomend her enough!”
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— Amanda & Baloo
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“Dr Isabella is so professional, and she is very nice, she teaches me a lot of things that I can train my 2 crazy Jack Russells to become more calm, she will talk me through all the way so that I understand what I need to do , she is really nice, gentle and really professional, thank you so much Dr Isabella for your help 🙏🏼😘😘😘😘😘”
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— Mitch, Scooby & Bambi -
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“Dr Izzy has such a good understanding of behavioural therapy for dogs. Not only is she a veterinarian with a keen eye for treating animals with all different problems, but she really understands what her clients needs are. She has known my dog since he was a puppy and has provided so much comfort in knowing how important it is to advocate for one's pet, and has helped me as a pet owner understand his needs better, to ensure he lives a stress-free life. Behaviour modification and managing of triggers were thoroughly explained, and we also got a full report on the plan going forward!
Couldn't ask for a better and more qualified Veterinary Behaviourist in Hong Kong!!”
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“We’ve been very happy with the continuous service and advice provided by Dr Isabella and her team. From a detailed pre-consultation, an attentive and caring home visit, to tailored and meticulously devised tools to care for our good-boy Harley, as well as regular check-ups - it’s been a unique and extremely helpful experience.
We’ve been able to see positive behavioural shifts with Harley within a few days of applying Dr Isabella’s recommendations, and the improvement has continued ever since, and Dr Isabella and her team have been a vital - and dedicated - part of this rewarding process. Thank you!”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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“Dr Isabella was fantastic with my elderly cat. Mog was becoming more and more restless and vocal at night, and seemed very distressed at times; which in turn made us very distressed and no one was getting any sleep. She assessed Mog, suggested some simple changes to implement including adding an additional arthritis medication and making her sleeping places more accessible. I found Dr Isabella to take a truly holistic approach, was so kind and patient with Mog and fully understood what was practically possible for our living situation. Would 100% recommend to anyone having trouble understanding their pet - especially cats!"
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— Jo & Mog
