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Preventing Dog Bites

Preventing Dog Bites

May 18th, 2009 – These 7 tips for animal care professionals prevent dog bites and reduce stress and discomfort faced by dogs during vet visits, grooming, and handling. Read More »

How to Greet a Dog

How to Greet a Dog

Oct 31st, 2010 – It's essential that people learn how to greet a dog properly if they hope to avoid scaring dogs and avoid being bitten. Inappropriate greetings are a common reason... Read More »

Pokey Dog Lags on Leash

Pokey Dog Lags on Leash

May 4th, 2011 – Does your dog lag on leash? Q) I have a three year old male, neutered Shih Tzu named Pocky. My problem is that while other dogs drag their owners on walks, I have to... Read More »

Dog Bite Prevention: Dogs Bite When Humans Greet Inappropriately

Dog Bite Prevention: Dogs Bite When Humans Greet Inappropriately

May 13th, 2011 – Two of the most important steps in dog bite prevention are for humans to learn how to greet dogs correctly and to read dog body language so they know when to leave a... Read More »

Dog Bite Prevention Week: Poster on the Body Language of Fear and Aggression

Dog Bite Prevention Week: Poster on the Body Language of Fear and Aggression

May 15th, 2011 – Download a free poster: Recognizing the body language of fear and anxiety in dogs. Read More »

Preventing Dog Bites by Learning to Greet Dogs Properly

Preventing Dog Bites by Learning to Greet Dogs Properly

May 17th, 2011 – Preventing dogs bites can be as simple as learning to greet dogs correctly. Dr. Sophia Yin presents 8 tips for approaching, greeting, and interacting with dogs safely. Read More »

Free Dog Bite Prevention Week Resources

Free Dog Bite Prevention Week Resources

May 20th, 2011 – In honor of National Dog Bite Prevention Week, Dr. Sophia Yin presents some unique educational resources including an animated PSA and canine body language poster. Read More »

The Learn to Earn Program: Developing Leadership in Humans and Impulse Control in Dogs

The Learn to Earn Program: Developing Leadership in Humans and Impulse Control in Dogs

Feb 6th, 2012 – Dr. Yin's version of the Learn to Earn Program teaches humans the leadership skills they will need, as well as teaching impulse control in dogs. From excessive barking... Read More »

My Dog is Fearful of Strangers: Tethering Dogs in Front of Stores

My Dog is Fearful of Strangers: Tethering Dogs in Front of Stores

Apr 17th, 2012 – Do you ever tether your dog outside a store while you run in for a minute? Here is why it might not be a good idea for all dogs. Read More »

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