Client Testimonials

DOG AGGRESSION TOWARDS RESIDENT DOG:
Here's an update on Lilly and Shelby.
Their dynamics have been GREAT since I started supporting the proper hierarchy....So I have my work cut out for me but I am very grateful for all the recommendations. I will call to reschedule (recheck appointment) for about a month.
BS in Cardiff

SMALL BREED DOG AGGRESSION TOWARDS PEOPLE AND DOGS:
Hi Dr. M,
Just wanted you to know how Goochee is doing. My Granddaughter arrived Saturday for her usual 8 week visit with her Dad and Goochee hasn't growled or barked at her once since she arrived. That is the complete opposite than last year. He's acting very calm around her, just as if she lived here all the time. I've still got him on leash 24/7 for control and we've warned her not to take his calm demeanor for granted. But we are very proud and happy with him right now.
PG in La Mesa

DOG COMPULSIVELY CHASING LIGHTS AND REFLECTIONS:
Dear Dr. Melese:
This is my two-week follow up email about Indy. She seems to be doing much better about the light and is much calmer. Thanks again, and I will schedule a follow-up appointment for a few weeks from now.
KH in San Diego

CAT AGGRESSIVELY BITING DAUGHTER:
Yesterday we taught him (our cat) to "sit" and "come" on command. He learned quite quickly. Pretty cool. I also appreciate your other advice.
JD in Carmel Valley

HOUSEHOLD CATS FIGHTING:

Our cats fought with each other for a year before we went to see Dr. Melese. With his help, we had a
peaceful home again in just over four months.
Paul & Bryna in San Diego

DESTRUCTION, DISTRESS VOCALIZATION WHEN LEFT ALONE AND GENERAL ANXIETY:

Hi Dr. Melese,
I always like to keep you updated on Buddy's progress. He has been doing extremely well since our move and I think all your advice worked so well.
SS in San Diego

OLDER DOG WITH ANXIETY AND WAKING UP OWNERS IN MIDDLE OF NIGHT:

This is just a quick update on Asia. Her separation anxiety has improved greatly. In fact I haven't used the (medication) in so long. She is not waking us up in the morning (just a couple of times) either. And when she has it has not been at 5:30 (AM). In fact she actually only wakes up if I wake up. So things have greatly improved. Thank you for everything. Thank you again for all of your knowledge. You are truly the best and most devoted vet I have ever known.
JT in Bonita

AGGRESSIVE JR TERRIER THAT BIT PEOPLE AND PULLED, SHRIEKS & HOWLS WHEN UPSET

Thank you again for your help with Max. I have received your discharge notes and will respond soon with my impressions of the wonderful treatment (my scanner is down) and my picture of Max. You have my gratitude forever. I will keep in touch.

Joanne & Lloyd

Male Pug with Chronic urine marking in multidog house:

Sent: Tuesday, September 21, 2004 Hi Dr. Melese: Here is an update on Thomas after our visit with you last week. The techniques and methods you gave me brought control to my house with 4 dogs. I am in control of my house. I have much better behaved and mannered dogs. The ideas given to me were easy to implement and results were seen within weeks. Thank you for everything you've done for our family.

Thank you, LJ,and Thomas (the pee-pee boy Pug)

Intercat aggression case in 2 Siamese cats:(Old cat chums that suddenly started fighting)Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2005Dr. Melese,

We could not be happier with the progress of both Rocky and Harley. The boys are getting along like old chums. We still keep an eye on them and on a couple of occasions we have separated them for a short period of time. But for the most part, they are playing, bathing, eating and sleeping together as if nothing ever happened...... John

Two cats that lived together with one cat attacking/chasing the other regularly:

Our cats fought with each other for a year before we went to see Dr. Melese. With his help, we had a peaceful home again in just over four months. Cheers and many thanks again for all of your help! --bb San Diego

Aggressive Basset Hound Aggressive to kids and adults:

“Thank you for your help. I hope you know how very important the work you do is. You make me feel so much better and inspire me to keep plugging along at your suggestions to make a happy, centered, meaningful life for me and (my Basset Hound).” (P.R. Oceanside) 8-7-07

Golden Retriever – Impulsive Eater: I wanted to give you an update on Zoey. The progress has been amazing since our first visit. Before we came to you, Zoey was eating anything and everything. Her selections were endless, from rocks to leaves to grass and who knows what else. She was even eating feces, which caused illness. Combined with her somewhat compulsive behavior, we were concerned, but didn’t know what to do. I have to be perfectly honest. When my wife first suggested your services, I was apprehensive and reluctant. “Dog therapy” didn’t seem like a legitimate solution. Nonetheless, we gave it a shot. Honestly, that’s been the best decision we’ve ever made … and I will gladly admit that I was wrong. In just a few months, Zoey’s behavior has drastically improved. She is no longer eating inappropriate things and her overall demeanor is much calmer. She is a true joy and we love spending time with her. Zoey is now the dog that we always dreamed of having.Thank you again for all your help! Brian T. San Diego

Aggressive cat to owner and other resident cat- long term management

Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Dr. Melese,Thank you so much for helping Suki, Cricket, and I get our lives back. If you hadn’t been able to help Suki’s territorial aggression issues toward his brother and I, I am afraid he would have had to been put down. Who knew that you could teach cats to “sit” and come when they are called.KM El Cajon

Dog with night-time anxiety with concurrent prostate infection

Sent: Tuesday, September 02, 2008

Dr. Melese,

I'm writing you with some good news about Bobo. His prostate infection is resolved, and so is his anxiety problem. I've been having him sleeping in my room with no constraint for the last 10 days. Not once he woke me up. I'm pretty happy about it. He's still taking the (behavior medication) you prescribed, and we are still working together. I appreciate all the help you gave us. The results are excellent. Thank you so much for all your wonderful help. MB (and Bobo)

Black Lab mix with Extreme fear & anxiety to noises, new things, other dogs & urinating in house:

Sent: Monday, September 01, 2008 3:37 PM

Dr. Melese,

I just wanted to say thank you for all your help with Ranger. When I first brought him to see you, I was frustrated and loosing hope. I had tried so many things to try to help alleviate Ranger’s anxiety, especially on walks; it was frustrating for both of us and our other dog Bear. He is a much happier dog today now that he has learned to relax and enjoy himself. Now when we walk close to other dogs, his behavior is no more than that of interest which can be diverted and not a crazy panic that consumed him. I can now enjoy walking both dogs at the same time without worry of being injured... We all have more confidence now to take long walks and enjoy them. In addition, Ranger is much more relaxed in our home, both Bear and Ranger have found a new level of calm in the house that they seem to enjoy. Everybody is now much happier and relaxed!

Thanks for all your help, LW, Rick, Bear & Ranger