I'm Dr Eloise Bright BVSc. (Hons.) MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour) ISFM AdvCertFB, owner and operator of Canberra Behaviour Vet. I understand first-hand how difficult and emotionally exhausting it can be to live with a pet with challenging behaviours. When I first graduated as a vet in 2006, I inherited a rescue dog called Duster, who taught me a lot about the impact of anxiety on behaviour and how difficult that can be for everyone involved. I provide a judgement-free, friendly and adaptable approach to helping you with your dog's or cat's behaviour. I have recently also undertaken additional post-graduate training with an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour with the International Society for Feline Medicine and have both owned and helped numerous cats with problematic behaviours.
Due to popular demand, my colleague Dr Vicki Brown BVSc (hons) is also helping with consultations in December and January. Vicki is a small-animal veterinarian with a special interest in behavioural medicine. She completed the CVE Distance Education course in Behavioural Medicine in 2024 and travelled to Prince Edward Island, Canada in June 2025 to attend an intensive behaviour medicine workshop with world-renowned Veterinary Behaviourist Dr Karen Overall. She is working towards her Memberships in Veterinary Behaviour in 2026. Vicki is passionate about helping dogs and cats with behavioural challenges and the people who love them. Her approach is gentle and evidence-based, focusing on realistic treatment plans that support both the pet and the family.
It is estimated that 20% of cats and dogs have an underlying anxiety disorder, which means that training alone is not always enough. And it can certainly make you feel very alone when you see all those other pets out there that don't seem to struggle with the things your pet does. Many dogs and cats also have a physical health problem that can impact their behaviour (pain, allergies, gastrointestinal disease, dementia or metabolic problems, for example).
If you are trying to decide whether you need a vet or a trainer, this handout has some additional information to help you decide. And please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like advice about whether we can help you and your companion. For a list of recommended trainers, please visit here.
During the initial consultation, we work hard to understand the motivation for the problematic behaviour. There will be a fair bit of talking to start with, then we will sit down and work out some practical solutions that fit your unique situation, lifestyle and needs.
The initial consultation fee includes:
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or get in touch here. There is also some additional information under FAQ's and specific information about cats and dogs if you click the buttons below.
Due to popular demand, my colleague Dr Vicki Brown BVSc (hons) is also helping with consultations in December and January. Vicki is a small-animal veterinarian with a special interest in behavioural medicine. She completed the CVE Distance Education course in Behavioural Medicine in 2024 and travelled to Prince Edward Island, Canada in June 2025 to attend an intensive behaviour medicine workshop with world-renowned Veterinary Behaviourist Dr Karen Overall. She is working towards her Memberships in Veterinary Behaviour in 2026. Vicki is passionate about helping dogs and cats with behavioural challenges and the people who love them. Her approach is gentle and evidence-based, focusing on realistic treatment plans that support both the pet and the family.
It is estimated that 20% of cats and dogs have an underlying anxiety disorder, which means that training alone is not always enough. And it can certainly make you feel very alone when you see all those other pets out there that don't seem to struggle with the things your pet does. Many dogs and cats also have a physical health problem that can impact their behaviour (pain, allergies, gastrointestinal disease, dementia or metabolic problems, for example).
If you are trying to decide whether you need a vet or a trainer, this handout has some additional information to help you decide. And please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like advice about whether we can help you and your companion. For a list of recommended trainers, please visit here.
During the initial consultation, we work hard to understand the motivation for the problematic behaviour. There will be a fair bit of talking to start with, then we will sit down and work out some practical solutions that fit your unique situation, lifestyle and needs.
The initial consultation fee includes:
- A thorough assessment of the behaviour, starting with a questionnaire to gather more information prior to the consultation.
- A medical assessment (this may include a review of your pet's medical history with your permission).
- A home visit behaviour consultation with you and your pet in the comfort of your home.
- A tailored treatment plan including a written behaviour report that summarises my recommendations.
- A trainer referral if you need additional assistance to implement a training plan (this is mainly for dogs; however, cats can definitely be trained too)!
- All travel within Canberra, for locations outside of Canberra, please contact us to check our travel fees.
- Prescriptions for medications, if required.
- No hidden fees or surprises.
- Revisit consultations (after the free initial Zoom) are $160 via Zoom or $300 in person.
Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or get in touch here. There is also some additional information under FAQ's and specific information about cats and dogs if you click the buttons below.
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