Animal Behavior
Counseling Services, Inc.
Richard H. Polsky,
Ph.D., C.A.A.B.
Certified applied animal behaviorist
2288 Manning Avenue Los Angeles, California 90064
Phone Dr. Polsky
today for an appointment: (310) 474 -3776
THE APPROACH OF
ABCS, Inc.
Dr. Polsky's service to dog and cat owners
unfolds in a series of logical steps. First, an assessment consulation
takes place in the office of Dr. Polsky. During the consultation,
a detailed evaluation of the problem will be made and you will
be given feedback about prognosis and the procedures needed to
solve the problem. Next, training
and behavior modification takes place in your home. For many problems
this approach is best: Your pet stays in the home enviroment,
cost is reduced, and you the owner will serve as the agent of
change. Dr. Polsky will instruct you and your family in the proper
application of behavior modification procedures. Last, follow-up
consultations are provided to ensure long-term success.
STEP #1
Initial Telephone
Screening
Owners phoning ABCS will be asked to describe the
behavioral problem. Dr. Polsky
will then provide feedback regarding the manner in which his
service could be of assistance.
STEP #2
Behavioral Assessment
Dr. Polsky will meet with the owner for the purpose
of making a complete evaluation.
STEP #3
Implementation of
Behavioral Modification Procedures
A variety of techniques are available to solve behavioral
problems. Owners will be trained in the necessary techniques
specifiic to their dog or cat and Dr. Polsky will actively assist
in the implementation of procedures.
STEP #4
Follow-up visits
to the Home of the Owner
For long standing or difficult problems a series
of visits to the owner's home
may be necessary to ensure success.
STEP #5
Ongoing Commitment
of Service
Progress check are made regularly throughout the
entire training program and
subsequent to its cessation
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