Training Philosophy
Does your cat struggle with using the litter box? Cats typically stop using the litter box for three reasons: marking territory because of other pets, fear triggered by a sudden event interrupting elimination, or underlying health issues. Beyond the dog has over 20 years of experience helping cats properly use the litter box. With our expertise and personalized approach, we can help resolve litter box issues and restore a healthy, stress-free routine for your cat.
Our Co-founder and Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Dr. Echterling-Savage, will meet with you virtually and help eliminate the stress of litter box training. She will then design a personalized training program that addresses your cat’s unique challenges. At Beyond the Dog Sarasota, we focus on resolving house-soiling issues efficiently and quickly, ensuring lasting success.
Training Programs
At Beyond the Dog, we are dedicated to treating cat house soiling issues. Our training consultations focus on the following:
Beyond the Dog has helped hundreds of cats with potty training issues, supported by over 20 years of hands-on experience and using proven scientific research on feline behavior. Scientific research that we integrate into our training includes research by Buffington et al. (2017), which demonstrates the importance of considering various factors, including behavioral influences and environmental and medical when treating litter box issues. Our approach is further explained by our Co-founder and Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Dr. Echterling-Savage, who explains that “Cats can be very sensitive to their environment, which can make litter box training a complicated process. My job is to make a complicated process easy for pet parents by creating a fuss-free approach to a frustrating problem.”
Our Potty Training and House Soiling Cat Behavior Modification Package offers private virtual consultations with Dr. Echterling-Savage, our co-founder and Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB). Dr.Echterling-Savage is one of only a few Board Certified Behavior Analysts who work in Applied Animal Behavior and one of approximately 50 CAABs nationwide. With decades of experience, Dr. Echterling-Savage’s expertise places her at the forefront of her field, providing lasting results in treating problematic behaviors in cats.
You will meet with Dr. Echterling-Savage virtually to discuss your cat’s behavior and your training goals. Dr. Echterling-Savage will develop a customized training plan that addresses the underlying causes for your cat’s behavior. After your first consultation, Dr. Echterling-Savage will provide ongoing support and troubleshoot behavior scenarios that ensures ongoing success in treating house soiling and potty training. Our Potty Training and House Soiling Cat Behavior Modification Package is priced at $750, which includes consultation sessions and support.
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