We are currently recruiting participants for our questionnaire: Feline Handling in the Veterinary Clinic. This research is being conducted by Carly Moody (PhD Student) and Dr. Lee Niel from the Department of Population Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. We would greatly appreciate your help...
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Dog Chewing Through Walls
My sister-in-law has a 1-year-old Collie who continues to chew holes in her drywall walls. Any solutions? The chewing of walls by a dog can stem from a variety of causes, so a detailed assessment of the situation is necessary before an explanation or intervention can be provided for...
Grant Funding Opportunity
WALTHAM has funds available in 2015 to sponsor high quality research to support the WALTHAM ‘Caring Science’ approach. Prior to submitting a formal application, investigators are required to submit a letter of intent by 14th August 2015. http://www.waltham.com/waltham-research/other-funding-opportunities/
The Dog Days of Summer
I often hear from pet owners that they are reluctant to walk their dogs due to various weather conditions (excessive heat, cold, snow, or rain). When the weather outside is frightful, what are some indoor options for exercising your dog? One option is tug-of-war, but tug toys (e.g., ropes...
What is a "Hard Eye" in a Dog?
In her most recent blog post, Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist Dr. Patricia McConnell discusses how to identify the “hard eye”, what its communicative function is, and what one should do when faced with this steely glance from a dog. http://www.patriciamcconnell.com/theotherendoftheleash/what-is-a-hard-eye-in-a-dog-and-what-should-you-do-when-you-see-one
Leading by the Head: Addressing Leash Pulling
We’ve all seen the image of a well-meaning dog owner stumbling along the sidewalk behind his or her beloved dog. The owner is yelling, “Heel! Max, Heel! Come, Wait, Heel!” as the dog, gagging and drooling all over himself, pulls mightily forward at the end of the leash, paying...
Nine Strategies for Enhancing Enrichment for Cats with Jobs
Dr. Theresa DePorter reviews some strategies for enhancing feline enrichment and improving cats’ individual welfare. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/decoding-your-pet/201507/nine-strategies-enhancing-enrichment-cats-jobs
Separation Anxiety: The Great Imitator, Part 4
A conclusion to the 4-part series on differentials for separation anxiety, in which predatory behavior is considered. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/decoding-your-pet/201507/separation-anxiety-the-great-imitator-part-4
Separation Anxiety: The Great Imitator, Part 3
Dr. Meredith Stepita discusses the importance of teasing apart other house soiling issues from soiling resulting from separation anxiety. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/decoding-your-pet/201506/separation-anxiety-the-great-imitator-part-3
A Brief Overview of the Use of a Clicker in Training
You may have heard of clicker training from a variety of sources, as it has become a popular technique in dog training over the past 10 years or more. The concepts and behavioral laws that support the effectiveness of clicker training have always governed the way animals interact with...
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