Expert Online Behavioral Consultations for Your Pets

Tailored advice and support for dogs and cats, from a certified veterinarian with 5 years of experience

Welcome to Dr. Maria Pet Care, where I specialize in helping your pets lead happier, healthier lives through expert behavioral consultations. With years of veterinary experience and specialized training in animal behavior, I’m here to guide you and your pet through any challenges you may face.

MORE ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Estela Braga, a licensed veterinarian with 5 years of hands-on experience. My passion for understanding animal behavior led me to pursue further studies and certifications in this field. Particularly a course on Small Animal Behavioral Medicine accredited by the Royal Veterinary College.

My goal is to help pet owners like you develop deeper, more fulfilling relationships with your dogs and cats by addressing behavioral issues with compassion and expertise.

The Services

I offer a range of behavioral consultation services tailored to your pet’s unique needs. Whether your pet is dealing with anxiety, aggression, or just needs some training, I'm here to help.

Dog Behavioral Consultations

From separation anxiety to leash aggression, I provide comprehensive consultations to address a wide range of dog behavioral issues. The sessions may be conducted online or at your home, ensuring your dog receives care in the comfort of their own home.

Cat Behavioral Consultations

Cats can be mysterious creatures, but their behavior often tells a story. Whether it’s litter box issues or aggression towards other pets, I can help you understand and resolve your cat’s behavior problems

Follow-Up Sessions

Consistency is key in behavioral training. I offer follow-up sessions to monitor your pet’s progress and adjust strategies as needed.

How it works

Book Your Consultation

Schedule your first consultation, which can be done either in-person (depending on location) or online

Complete a Questionnaire

Tell me more about your pet and the issues you’re facing by filling out a brief questionnaire.

Attend Your Session

During the first consultation, we’ll dive into your pet’s behavior and create a customized plan for improvement.

Implement Strategies and Choose a Follow-Up Programme

Choose a follow-up programme for ongoing support through online sessions as we track progress and fine-tune strategies.

Asked Questions?

How do online consultations work?

All consultations are conducted via video call. After booking, you’ll receive a link to join the session at your scheduled time. We’ll discuss your pet’s behavior, and I’ll provide personalized advice and strategies to help.

What types of behavioral issues can you help with?

I specialize in a wide range of behavioral issues, including anxiety, aggression, excessive barking, litter box problems, and more. Whether it’s a dog or a cat, I’m here to support you.

How many sessions will my pet need?

This depends on the severity and nature of the behavior. While some issues may show improvement after a few sessions, more complex problems typically require ongoing support. I offer follow-up packages to ensure your pet gets the consistent help they need.

What’s included in a follow-up programme?

Each follow-up package includes a set number of consultations where we’ll review your pet’s progress, adjust strategies, and provide ongoing guidance. The goal is to achieve lasting behavioral change.

Can you help with new pets, like puppies or kittens?

Absolutely! I offer special sessions focused on training and early behavioral guidance for puppies and kittens. Early intervention can prevent future issues and set your pet up for success.

What if I have multiple pets?

I can address issues involving more than one pet in a single session. Whether they’re not getting along or displaying similar behaviors, we can discuss strategies that work for your multi-pet household.

TESTIMONIALS

What

Clients Say

Devon Jones

Wonderful service- she bonded with my scared boy very quickly and found a park in my new neighborhood where I can take him. Very knowledgeable and caring, will be using regularly

Ana Sofia Castro

I've used Dr Maria's services several times, particularly for vaccinations for my kittens and home visits. Her help was essential when my cat became very ill, and she also helped us resolve behavioural problems when we adopted another kitten. Now the three cats get on super well, as if they had always lived together!

We couldn't have chosen a better vet for our cats!

Teresa Leite de Castro

Dr Maria has helped me more times with my dog's veterinary care than I can count on my fingers. It started when I told her I was thinking of getting a giant breed dog, and she immediately gave me lots of advice on how to bring him up so that in the future (when he was stronger than me) he wouldn't have any problems.

And then from home visits, vaccinations, and all the veterinary advice and help with all the health problems that, unfortunately, my dog has had over the years... Your help and opinion were always essential and right!