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New Puppy Owners Apply Training Principles to Teach New Behaviors »
Posted On: Tuesday, January 10th, 2012 | Comments: 1
Once people understand training principles, they can apply them to many different situations. Read how one puppy owner applied one technique to track her puppy's growth!
MannersMinder (Treat & Train) Helps Solve Resource Guarding with Other Dogs »
Posted On: Friday, January 6th, 2012 | Comments: 1
The MannersMinder (Treat & Train) can be used to help in multiple dog households. In this case, one owner used it to help fix her dog's resource guarding.
Dog Product Review: Jonesy’s Favorite Things! »
Posted On: Saturday, December 24th, 2011 | Comments: 1
A lot of new dog products come out each year. Here are some of Jonesy's favorite things of 2011!
Cat Injections: Training Your Cat to Love Injections Without Ruining Your Relationship »
Posted On: Tuesday, December 20th, 2011 | Comments: 3
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Is it difficult to give your cat injections? Do you worry that ensuring your cat gets proper veterinary care will ruined your relationship? Learn how to train your cat to love injections without putting a strain on your relationship.
Learn to Earn Scavenger Hunt: Super Fun Dog Class Game for Training Dogs Self Control »
Posted On: Monday, December 5th, 2011 | Comments: 1
The Learn to Earn program is designed to teach dogs self control and train humans how to be consistent and gain leadership. In this dog class game, clients had a chance to practice this program with their dogs, while winning fun prizes!
Behind the Scenes: Student Behavior Session with Dr Yin »
Posted On: Sunday, November 27th, 2011 | Comments: 0
A behind the scenes look at a behavior session for staff and volunteers. Here, we worked on training cats!
Dog Class Games: A Fun Learn to Earn Scavenger Hunt! »
Posted On: Saturday, November 19th, 2011 | Comments: 1
Dog class games make learning much more fun for both dogs and their people! Here are some of the missions our students will have to complete on our Learn to Earn scavenger hunt!
Training a Cat to Be Quiet: My Cat Meows Too Much, What Do I Do? »
Posted On: Saturday, October 22nd, 2011 | Comments: 6
Training a cat to be quiet is as simple as rewarding quiet behavior and removing the reward for meowing. Here's how to stop the incessant meowing.
World Rabies Day: How Vaccinations Can Stop Epidemics »
Posted On: Monday, September 26th, 2011 | Comments: 2
September 28th is World Rabies Day. Third world countries, like Bali, are examples of why it is important to vaccinate your pets.
Puppy Socialization: Stop Fear Before it Starts »
Posted On: Friday, September 9th, 2011 | Comments: 7
Puppy socialization is a critical part of a dog's development. Its important for puppies to have good experiences with as many different people, animals, objects, and sounds as possible.
Dr Yin’s Top 10 Dog Training Tips »
Posted On: Friday, September 2nd, 2011 | Comments: 3
Have you gone to a dog training class or lesson and left with your head swimming? Find Dr Yin's Top 10 Dog Training Tips here.
Attention Men: Even Among Salmon, Polite, Gentle Males Get More Sex »
Posted On: Thursday, August 25th, 2011 | Comments: 0
What message can salmon give us about the importance of being nice? One study shows, that being big and strong and bossing others around isn’t always the best strategy. In some species, the nice guy comes out first.
Preventing Dog Bites: Stop Dog Aggression Before It Starts »
Posted On: Sunday, August 14th, 2011 | Comments: 5
When dogs bite, it is rarely out of the blue. Signs usually show up long before the first bite occurs. Read this article to find out how to stop dog aggression before it starts.
Dog Sports: A Weave Pole Problem Can Be a Sign of a Shoulder Injury »
Posted On: Wednesday, August 10th, 2011 | Comments: 0
Dogs who play in dog sports are more likely to get hurt. Find out one way to tell if your dog has an injury, just by observing their gait.
Outfox® Field Guard: How to Enjoy Summer Without the Fear of Foxtails »
Posted On: Sunday, August 7th, 2011 | Comments: 2
Foxtails are a dangerous threat to dogs in California that like to go hiking. The Outfox® Field Guard is one way to protect your dog from these pesky weeds.
How to Greet a Dog Ebook: Free Download for One Week Only! »
Posted On: Sunday, August 7th, 2011 | Comments: 15
Learn how to greet a dog appropriately, and what to avoid, with this ebook.
Cat Meows Vary By Situation. Can You Identify Different Meows? »
Posted On: Sunday, July 31st, 2011 | Comments: 1
Cat meows vary in pitch and duration, depending on the situation. Find out what researchers discovered about how well people can identify different cat meows.
People Seem Slow to Learn New Tricks »
Posted On: Wednesday, July 27th, 2011 | Comments: 1
A study shows that people are slow to learn new tricks when it comes to interacting with their dogs. Find out one real life scenario where repeating cues unsuccessfully can prove to be problematic.
Is This REALLY Funny? Dog Attacking Its Own Foot »
Posted On: Sunday, July 24th, 2011 | Comments: 10
A video that has gone viral on the web brings up concerns for veterinarians. Should people really be laughing at the video of the dog attacking its own foot?
What’s the Benefit to the Dog? What to Consider Before Getting a Dog »
Posted On: Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 | Comments: 1
Before getting a dog, its important to consider how the dog will benefit from the relationship and to choose the right dog for your lifestyle.
Kids and Dogs: How Kids Should and Should Not Interact with Dogs »
Posted On: Monday, July 18th, 2011 | Comments: 13
Can kids and dogs live peacefully together? Find out how kids should and should not interact with dogs in order to help keep everyone safe and happy.
How to Teach a Cat to Use a Cat Door »
Posted On: Sunday, July 17th, 2011 | Comments: 0
Have you tried to teach a cat to use a cat door? Here is one simple way to train your kitty to go through the door.
Why Its Risky to Have Wild Animals as Pets »
Posted On: Friday, July 15th, 2011 | Comments: 0
Why are wild animals dangerous to keep as pets? For one, they are not behaviorally adapted to living with humans. See what a 40 year study involving undomesticated commercial farm foxes reveals about domestication.
Why Should You Vaccinate Against Parvovirus? »
Posted On: Thursday, July 14th, 2011 | Comments: 1
Parvovirus is a potentially fatal illness that can cause dogs to drop like flies. Since many people are now questioning the use of vaccinations, why is it important to vaccinate against parvovirus?
Puppy Vaccinations: Why Puppies Need a Series of Shots »
Posted On: Wednesday, July 13th, 2011 | Comments: 4
Why do puppies need a series of shots? The frequency of puppy vaccinations are based on their immune system.
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