Pheromones

Pheromones are something that are often recommended along with behavior modification in both cats and dogs. Personally, I’ve had clients who swear by them and feel they’ve made a big impact on their pets’ behavior, and I’ve had others who felt they either weren’t sure...

Clicker Training Science

Clicker training is a great way to train, and also fun for the person training and the trainee. While many trainers and behavior consultants use or recommend the use of clicker training and have great success, it’s always helpful to know some of the science behind the...

Sleep

Sleep is a really important behavior in all animals, and a lot of research in various species has shown that it is necessary. Across species, it’s generally agreed upon that sleep is important for learning, memory consolidation, behavior and emotional regulation,...

Contrafreeloading

In the behavior and training industry, we use the concept of contrafreeloading a lot, especially with mental stimulation and management. Contrafreeloading is often implemented in enrichment strategies we use for animals we care for. These strategies can help to...

Certifications

With an unregulated industry, it can be very difficult to know where to go as a new trainer or behavior consultant, or as a pet owner needing some help. While certifications may not be perfect, they at least provide somewhat of a level ground and give some information...