Expert help for serious dog and cat behavior problems—without fear, force, or guesswork
Behavior Services
About Behavior Services
"At the first vet visit since working with Katenna, the vet was simply amazed at the difference. He's like a new dog who I can happily live with."
"Behavior" Services involve behavior modification, primarily used to rehabilitate behavior problems and focuses on changing existing, unwanted, behavior or emotional response. Most people call this "training," but it is not.
Common behaviors I help owners to modify:
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Aggression or reactivity toward family or strangers
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Anxiety, fear, stress, pica
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House soiling, not using the litter box, spraying
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Destructive scratching, "stealing," chewing
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Jumping on guests, nipping
How it works:
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Choose a service (not sure? Just ask)
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Schedule a consultation
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I evaluate your pet and situation
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You know your next steps
You’re not alone—and you’re not a bad pet owner. These problems are common, and they can be improved with the right approach.
Full Assessments
Virtual: $225
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Choose this option if:
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You live anywhere in the world
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You are NOT within 2 hours of the village of Lowville, NY
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You want a step-by-step plan for addressing the issues you're dealing with
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Ideal for ANY cat behavior concerns, Includes up to 2 hours, session recording, and relevant handouts
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Also includes "E/O Week Follow-Up Support" ($125 value)
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1 mo unlimited email/text support
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2X 30min virtual followup sessions (with recordings)
Early intervention prevents problems from getting worse
In-Home: $275
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Choose this option if:
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You live within 2 hrs of the village of Lowville NY
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You want a step-by-step plan for addressing any unwanted behaviors
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Ideal for dog-dog conflict, leash-related behaviors, and more (don't worry, these behaviors can also be addressed virtually)
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Includes up to 2 hours in-person at an agreed upon location, travel, and relevant handouts
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Includes up to 45min travel each way from the village of Lowville, NY
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Also includes "Medium Retainer" Follow-Up support ($95 value)
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1 mo unlimited email/text support
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2X 30min virtual followup sessions (with recordings)
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Not included:
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Any parking, ferry, fees or tolls over $10
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Additional travel: $25 per additional 15 miles
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Max: 2hrs each way
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Now accepting new clients
How can virtual possibly work?
Cancellations, No-Shows & Rescheduling
Do you have pet insurance?
Shorter Assessments
Quick Consult: $125
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Choose this option if:
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You live anywhere in the world
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You want help deciding IF you should work on your pets' behaviors, or if rehoming, or behavioral euthanasia is the best option for your situation.
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Ex: are your family (human and non-human) members emotionally and physically safe with the pet remaining in the home?
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What is the prognosis, considering your particular resources?
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Does NOT include a detailed plan for addressing the behaviors
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Ideal for ANY cat behavior concerns, Includes up to 2 hours, session recording, and relevant handouts
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Can be extended by one hour into a full behavior assessment on another date
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Virtual +$150
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In-Home +$200
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Cat Calls: $25*
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Cat Calls is a “free”* behavior coaching service for owners struggling with their cats’ behavior.
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This limited service is an educational opportunity for my mentees
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Any cat-related behavior problem
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* $25 fee is donated to rescue
Follow Up Sessions
One month of support is included in your Assessment, but beyond that, what do you do? Change takes time. You WILL run into obstacles but Katenna can help you. Don't "go-it" alone! All sessions are virtual
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Monthly Support: $95/month
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One 30min virtual/video session per month
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One text/email per week
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Includes session recording
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Best for highly experienced clients, long-term maintenance, etc.
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Typically utilized beyond month 4 post Assessment
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E/O Week Support: $125/mo
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One 30min video/virtual session every other week (2 per month)
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Includes session recordings
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One text/email per day
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Best for experienced clients, ensuring on-going progress,
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Recommended for consistent check-ins around 3-4 mos post Assessment
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Weekly Support: $145/mo
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One 30min video/virtual session per week (4-5 per month)
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Includes session recordings
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Unlimited email/text support
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Best for: newer clients, immediately following your assessment, cases with multiple pets or multiple behavior issues, establishing or maintaining progress, etc.
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Most commonly utilized during months 2 or 3 post assessment
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One 30min virtual/video session per month
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One text/email per week
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Includes session recording
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Best for highly experienced clients, long-term maintenance, etc.
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Typically utilized beyond month 4 post Assessment
E/O Week Support: $125/mo
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One 30min video/virtual session every other week (2 per month)
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Includes session recordings
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Unlimited email/text support
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Best for experienced clients, ensuring on-going progress,
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Recommended for consistent check-ins around 3-4 mos post Assessment
Weekly Support: $145/mo
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One 30min video/virtual session per week (4-5 per month)
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Includes session recordings
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Unlimited email/text support
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Best for: newer clients, immediately following your assessment, cases with multiple pets or multiple behavior issues, establishing or maintaining progress, etc.
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Most commonly utilized during months 2 or 3 post assessment
Written Session Report
To put my time toward support and because so few clients used them, I no longer include written summaries.
If you want one
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For vets to review, such as in cases where medication is recommended
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If your trainer would like an outline to follow
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If you learn better by reading
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If your rescue needs one to share with the board or volunteers
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Must be requested with one week of session
Brief outline:
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Assessments: $45
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Quick Consult: $20
Detailed:
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Assessments: $95
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Quick Consult: $45
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