Sentences with phrase «money on behavior modification»

You don't always want to spend time and / or money on behavior modification if it's really pain — or another underlying medical issue — causing the aggressive behavior (and many times, both health and behavior issues need to be addressed).

Not exact matches

* The problem doesn't change, or worsens, over time, even with professional help; * The owners are justifiably fearful of the dog, according to the trainer / behaviorist, and there is nowhere else for the dog to go; * The dog has been professionally evaluated, and the professional is recommending euthanasia; * The problems have been going on a long time and the dog has been given every chance for change; money has been spent with a professional trainer / behaviorist; * The behavior is unpredictable and / or uncontrollable; * There is an extreme temperament problem with dog; the dog IS NOT TYPICAL OF THE BREED STANDARD; * The problem can not be solved with proper training, behavior modification, change in the way the dog is being managed, or a leash, muzzle, kennel and / or fence.

Nearly a quarter of these pet owners also spend money on behavior - modification training for adult dogs, while nearly 40 percent invest in obedience training.

Now add to that $ 470 - million figure to the growing sum of money customers are willing to spend on scratching solutions and other behavior - modification products, and retailers are now looking at a large, profitable category.