Category: Behavior Bytes

Stationing to a Platform

Stationing or platform training is a skill often used in dog training, zoos, or aquariums. It is an important skill to teach even puppies.

How to Teach Dogs To Use a Nail Board for Dewclaws

Learn how nail maintenance can go from a dreaded event to a fun game with your dog.

How to Teach Dogs To Use a Nail Board for Hind Feet

Teaching a dog to use the nail board for their hind feet is a separate action from the front feet and is taught as a separate exercise.

The Reactive Dog Path

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.

Pilling Your Cat the Low Stress Handling® Way

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

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

Low Stress Handling® Silver-Level Certification

Individual Certification at this level demonstrates to clients and employers the individual’s dedicated interest in Low Stress Handling®. Hospital Certification at this level demonstrates to clients and staff the hospital’s commitment to appropriately training staff in Low Stress Handling® methods.

Learn More