Follow the steps to successfully complete the Behavior Consultation Form.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it for editing.
2. Begin by filling out the owner information section, including your name, address, phone numbers, and email. Indicate if you are a senior (65+) and how you learned about the Sacramento SPCA Behavior Services.
3. Next, provide household information such as the number of adults and children, as well as the number and ages of any cats in your home.
4. Complete the dog information section by providing details for each dog you are consulting about. For each dog, include their name, sex, age, breed, whether they are altered, where they were obtained from, and if they were adopted from the SSPCA with their animal ID if applicable.
5. Describe your dog's primary behavior issue in detail. Include how often the behavior occurs, what triggers it, specific incidents, and the dog’s body language during these instances. Mention when the behavior started and if you are aware of any events that may have triggered it.
6. Indicate what you have tried to correct the behavior, including the methods used and the dog's response to those methods. Be descriptive about any physical corrections or equipment used.
7. Answer questions about feeding, including how often you feed your dog and the type of food provided.
8. In the exercise section, describe how you exercise your dog, detailing the type and frequency of exercise.
9. Fill in the typical day section, indicating how many hours your dog spends in various locations and their sleeping habits.
10. Complete the training section with information about past training your dog has had, including group or private sessions and the commands they respond to.
11. Answer additional questions regarding your dog's barking triggers, fears, protective behaviors, and interests.
12. Finally, review all your entries for accuracy, save your changes, download or print the form, and share it via email to behavior@sspca.org or fax it to 916-383-7062, attention Behavior and Training.

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