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April 24th 2024
Nationwide analyzed data to see which breeds are more susceptible to injuries because of behavioral traits
Prevalence, comorbidity, and breed differences for anxious dogs
October 14th 2020A large study sheds light on anxious behaviors in dogs by evaluating their penetrance within the domestic canine population, the patterns by which certain traits occur in tandem, and the genetic stronghold for these behaviors.
National Dog Bite Prevention Week efforts focus on COVID-19 pandemic
April 16th 2020Our current state of affairs affects companion animals as well as the people who care for them. The National Dog Bite Prevention Week Coalition outlines why it’s more important than ever to incorporate dog bite prevention education into client communication.
Ask this question when you see clients using harmful training techniques
January 14th 2020Bad pet training advice abounds, and when you see it being implemented by your clients it can be tricky to know what to do. According to veterinary behaviorist Dr. E’Lise Christensen, the key is to start with a question, not correction.