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Pilling Your Cat the Low Stress Handling® Way

August 3, 2023

There are many different ways to “pill” a cat. None are fun for either of you. Here are a few useful tips on how to NOT pill your cat.

Jumping Up! How to Help Your Pup

July 13, 2023

Jumping up on people is a troublesome behavior that happens when a dog is excited.

Why Does My Dog Hump?

June 26, 2023

It can be embarrassing when your dog humps or mounts another dog. Why do they do it?

Medical Conditions and Behavior

June 22, 2023

Because many behaviors result from underlying medical conditions, a change in behavior may be the first sign you see.

My New Puppy Is Waking Me Up Whining at Night. What Can I Do?

June 21, 2023

It can be difficult to know what your puppy is trying to tell you each time they whine or bark. If the noise keeps you awake at night, excitement can quickly turn into exhaustion.

What is “Littermate Syndrome”?

June 20, 2023

Also known as littermate dependency, this term refers to behaviors that develop when two puppies from the same litter are raised together. Is there ever a time when two puppies may be better than one?

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