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Using the Five Pillars to Design Feline-Friendly Exam Rooms

October 14, 2025

If you have a cat that gets nervous at the veterinarian’s office, you are not alone. With some small changes, a trip to the veterinarian does not have to be so overwhelming.

Walking 1-2-3

October 5, 2025

Pattern Games give your dog a clear set of rules to follow, creating predictability in different situations. The 1-2-3 Pattern Game can help move your dog past triggers, into the car, onto the scale, through doorways, and more.

Teaching Your Cat to Love Their Carrier

October 2, 2025

Teaching your cat to enter their carrier on their own is the first step in making veterinary visits less stressful.

Why It’s Okay to Walk Your Reactive Dog Away from Triggers

September 30, 2025

Walking your dog away from their triggers is not giving up or avoiding the problem; it is advocating for your dog and maintaining the human-animal bond and trust.

Why Choice Matters

September 18, 2025

When our pets are given choices, they can express their emotions and needs more effectively.

Gastrointestinal Disease, Gut Health, and Your Dog’s Behavior

September 18, 2025

Scientific research supports that gut health is closely linked to your dog’s behavior. Digestive problems can shape not only your dog’s physical health, but also their emotions and behavior.

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