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Cat Body Language

April 5, 2022

One of the best things you can do to strengthen your relationship with your cat is to understand their body launguage. By understanding their language, we can improve our relationship with them and interpret relationships between cats within our home.

Kids and Dogs

March 24, 2022

Many parents mistakenly think a child-friendly dog means the dog should tolerate anything a child does. Safety is the priority when managing relationships between dogs and children.

Traveling with Your Cat

March 10, 2022

At some point, you and your cat will need to travel. You may feel stressed by the idea, but with a bit of effort and planning, cats can learn to cope with the trip. Preparing your cat beforehand can make the experience less stressful for both of you.

What Is Cooperative Care in Veterinary Medicine?

February 23, 2022

Animal behavior is a crucial aspect of veterinary care.  Whether your pet has pain or just “ain’t doing right,”  the pet’s behavior, body language, and overall demeanor is part of obtaining a thorough and precise physical examination.  Without this type of examination, symptoms and diagnoses may be missed that could make or break the treatment plans.  Without the ability to communicate, the pet may panic causing increased fear, stress, aggression, and anxiety that is associated with handling and restraint. When the veterinary staff is unable to successfully examine or handle a patient, it becomes a quality-of-life concern as the veterinary

Walking Your Dog

February 11, 2022

Taking your dog for a walk should be an enjoyable event; walks are the primary reason some people get a dog. For some owners, issues arise that make going on walks less enjoyable. Let’s think about some options to help you both enjoy your walks more.

10 Ways to Build Confidence in Shy and Fearful Dogs

February 2, 2022

Fear is a normal emotional response in dogs that can be from a real or perceived threat. Some dogs respond with subtle behaviors that seem shy. For other dogs, the fear is more obvious because they will hide, run away or freeze in place. These dogs often avoid eye contact and may tremble. Help shy and fearful dogs feel safer by building trust and teaching skills to manage their fear.

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