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Capturing Desirable Behaviors
By focusing on the desirable behaviors your dog does naturally rather than correcting the undesirable ones, you are building a stronger relationship without force or stress.
Preparing Puppies for Veterinary Visits
The veterinary hospital can be a scary environment for puppies. With a little bit of preparation at home, you can make veterinary visits low stress.
What Do My Dog’s Kisses and Rollover Really Mean?
You may believe when your dog licks you it is a sign of affection, but dogs usually do not show affection this way.
Choose Your Enrichment Wisely
Enrichment can be a useful tool in behavior modification. Food dispensing and puzzle toys are great substitutes for meal feeding.
Asking or Demanding: Cue vs Command
Giving your dog a cue supplies an opportunity to earn a reward. Ordering your dog to comply instead may cause avoidance or fear.
Why Is My Dog So Stubborn?
Why is my dog so stubborn and won’t listen to me?
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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