A safe haven or space is a carefully designated, comfortable, climate-controlled area within your home where your dog can retreat when needed.

Consent means your dog is giving permission before allowing something to happen to them.

By pairing the sight of the collar and leash with food, your new puppy should quickly form positive associations. The presence of the equipment will predict tasty treats, creating a positive emotional response to the leash and collar.

Developed by Dr. Sophia Yin, Low Stress Handling® is an educational program created to teach veterinarians and their team members humane and effective approaches to patient handling and restraint.

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.

When it comes to changing behavior, training alone is often not the answer. If your goal is to change behavior long-term, your pet will need behavior modification instead.