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Taming the Howls: Managing Your Dog’s Fear on Halloween

September 22, 2023

Let’s explore ways to help our furry friends easily navigate this spooky season.

The Reactive Dog Path

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Reactivity is an emotional response to a change in the environment that is based in fear, anxiety, or frustration. Dogs can explode or implode in their reactivity.

Medical Management of Behavioral Conditions

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When treating behavioral conditions, your veterinarian can choose from a variety of medications and create a personalized treatment plan.

Do Dogs Grieve?

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When a family dog dies, you may wonder how your other dog is feeling.

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

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

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