Category: Dogs

How to Teach a Chin Rest as a Start Button

August 7, 2025Dogs Shelter Worker Trainer

Start button behavior is a concept that teaches your dog to perform a specific action that serves as a beginning, signaling their readiness or willingness to participate in an activity.

Why Does My Pet Need Anesthesia for a Dental Examination?

July 22, 2025Ask LSH Dogs Student

For safety and to avoid pain and stress, anesthesia is needed for many dental procedures. Read on.

Making Medication Time Easier for Your Dog (Tricks for Medicating Dogs)

Giving your dog medication can feel like a daily standoff. Some dogs do better when medication time feels more like playtime.

Why Should I Address My Pet’s Dental Health?

June 19, 2025Ask LSH Dogs Student

My dog has a broken tooth. Can I leave the tooth? Will it fall out on its own?

Understanding Attention Seeking Behaviors

Understanding the reasons behind your pet’s behaviors helps you better understand your pet’s emotional and physical needs.

Teaching Look At That (LAT) With a Neutral Object

Look a That (LAT) is a pattern game designed to help dogs communicate when something in their environment is causing them stress.

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.

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