Gentle Pet Vet

10/31/2023

Keep your pets safe this Halloween! Visit this resource page from the AVMA on how to make this holiday both spooky and safe!
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/halloween-pet-safety

10/19/2023

Agree! I have observed that context plays a role in a number of behaviors in addition to aggression.

Aggression is context driven...your dog may be fine in one situation and worried in another.

10/09/2023

The 2024 Veterinary Behavior Symposium will take place in Minneapolis this coming June! Keep an eye on www.dacvb.org for more details!

09/14/2023

This is a position statement by the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists regarding inhumane training methods by some dog trainers. This statement mentions a specific trainer. This is unprecedented by our college but a step justified by this individual’s wide media exposure. There are many other trainers that use similar methods and the comments in this statement apply to all harsh and inhumane training methods.

09/07/2023

If your dog is showing signs of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, please talk with your veterinarian on how to best help your companion. Drs. Gruen and Landsberg discusses this condition in our older 4-legged friends. https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2023/08/31/cats-dogs-dementia-signs-support-treatment/

08/03/2023

Webinar Wednesday!
The next ACVB webinar “Stereotypic Behavior in Horses” with Dr. Bonnie Beaver is coming up on Thursday, August 17 at 7:00PM EST. A recording will be available after the webinar concludes.

Visit: bit.ly/3Qkce7D to learn more and to register!

(Heads up! If you are an ACVB resident or student, contact [email protected] for a discount code!)

08/02/2023

Household inter-dog aggression in one of the most challenging behavior problems we deal with. This promises to be an informative session.

🐶 Frenemies: Neurobiology and Treatment of Household Inter-Dog Aggression 🐾

📅 Saturday, August 19, 2023
⏰ 11am to 12:30pm EDT (USA and Canada)

🎓 Enroll Here!! 👉 https://behaviorvets.mylearnworlds.com/course/neurobiology-and-treatment-of-household-inter-dog-aggression

This comprehensive event offers a deep dive into the latest research on the neurobiological factors that drive aggression between dogs living in the same household.

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Elise Christensen, a veterinary behaviorist, and Ursa Acree, a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, will share their insights, shedding light on the neurobiological aspects of inter-dog aggression. You'll gain a deeper understanding of what constitutes "normal" versus "abnormal" behavior, and learn practical strategies for managing this challenging issue.

📚 Learning Objectives:

Explore the latest research on the neurobiological basis for aggression between dogs
Learn how to differentiate between true IDA and other behavior issues
Create strategies for overcoming common roadblocks to treatment and onboarding clients effectively
Learn when medical interventions and additional diagnostics may be necessary
Identify common triggers for inter-dog aggression
Learn how to assess potential outcomes and prognoses for managing and treating this behavior
🔍 You'll also get an inside look at intriguing case studies, learn how to coach clients towards success, and discover the importance of effective communication, collaboration, and managing expectations.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to deepen your understanding of household inter-dog aggression and gain practical skills for building harmonious households for your clients' canine companions. 🏠🐾

1.5 CEUs pending:
🏅 KPA
🏅 PPAB
🏅 CPDT
🏅 IAABC
🏅 RACE

💰 Tuition:
General Admission Tickets – after August 5, 2023: $59
Early Bird Tickets – before August 5, 2023: $45
Shelter/Rescue/Vet Student/Vet Tech Tickets - no expiration date: 30% off general admission ticket (discount code is SDFWBV)

👥 Discounts are available for groups of 5 or more - please contact [email protected] for more information.

❌ Cancellation policy: No refunds

📚 Behavior Vets Membership:
We are grateful that you trust us with your continued education, and we wanted to make it even easier for you to learn and grow with us. You can now gain access to ALL webinars for 25% off!!!

🔹 The Basic Level provides you with 25% off ALL webinars, seminars and workshops! Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for animal training and behavior professionals are offered for current and future webinars, not past webinars. You will have access to our webinar content for the length of your membership.

📅 After enrolling, you can apply the Membership discount to THIS webinar! :)

🔄 There are two ways to enroll:

Monthly: This is a subscription, which automatically renews at $29.99 each month until you cancel. You may cancel at any time.
Subscribe monthly here: https://behaviorvets.mylearnworlds.com/subscriptions?id=behavior-vets-basic-membership-plan

Yearly: Purchase this package for $299.99 and save $60.00
Purchase yearly here: https://behaviorvets.mylearnworlds.com/course/basic-behavior-vets-membership

07/27/2023

Check out Tennessee

According to the American Heartworm Society, here's why dogs and cats require heartworm protection, and disease incidence is up in places

07/14/2023

Did you know that diplomates, primary care veterinarians, family and friends may honor a pet’s memory by contributing to the ACVB Pet Memorial Fund. A personal letter is sent to the family notifying them of the gift in honor of their pet. To learn more and to donate, visit: https://www.dacvb.org/page/donations

07/14/2023

Have you been searching for an encyclopedia that will tell you everything there is to know about your pup? Well, here it is! From your relationship, to their behavior both cognitive and emotional, we have just the book for you! We are very excited to share our friend Dr. Marc Bekoff's newest book with you, Dogs Demystified: An A-to-Z Guide to All Things Canine.

And, we are even more excited to offer you a chance to win your very own copy! To celebrate the release of Dr. Bekoff's new book, we are giving away five copies!

To Enter:
- Like this post
- Tag three friends who would enjoy this book in the comments
- Follow Fear Free Happy Homes

Giveaway closes at 5 p.m. ET on July 16th. Winners will be announced on July 17th! You can learn more about Dr. Bekoff & his new book now: https://marcbekoff.com/

07/14/2023

Brand new Psychology Today post:
How to Be a Better Owner for a Pet Rabbit: Improve pet rabbit welfare in the home and vet clinic with simple techniques, written by Dr. Lori Gaskins
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/decoding-your-pet/202305/how-to-be-a-better-owner-for-a-pet-rabbit
Share with all of your rabbit-loving friends

07/14/2023

Dog days of summer. Be aware that there is an increased risk of being bitten when it's hot outside. Read the study here:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-023-35115-6

05/08/2023

Safety Saturday. Reaching out your hand for a dog to 'sniff' is like someone waving your hand right in their face!

04/17/2023

Get the latest animal behavior news and resources at your fingertips. Share us with your friends, family, and colleagues!

04/14/2023

Please share far and wide

As we close out National Dog Bite Prevention Week, see this handout from the ACVB on best practices when interacting with a fearful dog.
https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.dacvb.org/resource/resmgr/docs/ACVB_Fearful_dogs_final.pdf

04/06/2023

Don't forget to register for our VBS! Here is a flyer to share with a QR code to scan easily.
June 14, 2023
Philadelphia, PA
In-person and livestreamed, recordings available after conference
https://www.dacvb.org/page/2023VBS

03/08/2023

Save the Date! The ACVB April Webinar will kick off on Thursday, April 27 at 7PM!

Keep an eye on our page or website for details!

(PS: if you haven’t already, don’t forget to register for the March Webinar, Equine Maternal Behavior on 3/23!)
https://bit.ly/3wXD62h

03/05/2023

Science Saturday!
Free webinars by Maddie's Fund: "Maddie's Insights: Practical tips based on current research to help pets and people"
https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qgqLNOXcSQuuYDA9FSHsyQ

March 9: Dr. Nicholas Dodman: Treatment Options for Canine Fears and Anxiety
April 13: Dr. Monique Udell: Becoming a Secure Base: Using science to improve human-animal bonds and welfare
May 11: Dr. Kat Littlewood: Five Domains of Animal Care Model to systematically assess the welfare of animals

02/04/2023

12/29/2022

Good read! The origin of the Fear Free movement.

You don’t know everything about your dog’s life or what might scare them, especially if they’re a rescue. Fear-Free training puts their needs — and comfort — first.

12/29/2022

Not sure where this fabulous infographic comes from, but the message is fantastic.

If this image belongs to you please let us know so that we can credit you

11/18/2022

Losing a pet with problem behaviors is very difficult. Please consider donating to the ACVB Memorial Fund to support research to help end behavioral euthanasia.

10/07/2022

This is a tragedy. I sometimes receive push back and rolled eyes when I caution about safety measures of especially family dogs around children. Please do not be lulled into a false sense of security just because your dog is not a Pit Bull dog. Any dog, any breed has an inherent risk factor and their tolerance and good nature should not be taken for granted or challenged. The details of this recent tragedy and what might have been done differently are unknown or haven’t been released. What is known is that no infants or young children are safe in the presence of dogs without direct, constant supervision not even for a millisecond, because that is about how quickly aggression can occur.

Officials say two young children died and their mother was hospitalized after two family dogs attacked them at their home in Tennessee

08/31/2022

Great advice.

07/02/2022

Fourth of July Plans...

06/01/2022

Don’t laugh this might help

04/30/2022

ITS CATURDAY!

Most cats have boxes which are too small. Your cat's box should be at least 1.5 times the length of your cat.

This box has high sides. If your cat has arthritis or pain, get a box with lower sides.

04/15/2022

*SOLD*

I have 16 of these vinyl basket muzzles. IMO, they are the best both for in clinic and at home use. They are comfortable, allow panting and also allow giving treats when used during behavior modification training. I recommend training dogs to put their own snouts in the muzzles using treats desensitization. The ones I have all have the fast-n-easy nylon quick straps. Selling at a deep discount below retail(see chart below). Also see chart for sizes for breeds.
I have sizes #10 (2) $12 each, #9 (3) $11 each, #8 (1) $10, #5 (1) $8.50, #4 (4) $8.00 each, #3 (3) 7.00 each, or all of the for $100

03/15/2022

Plants are a great way to brighten up a home! But no matter how green your thumb is, some plants are a no-go for pets! When choosing greenery to decorate your space, make sure you avoid these 10 common household plants that are toxic for cats and dogs.