Resources
Puppies: Introducing Body Handling
Handling is one of the most important things to work on with your new puppy while they are still in their critical socialization window (between 8 weeks and 16 weeks of age).
Adopting a Dog: Getting Ready
Learn about the supplies you need and getting ready for adopting a dog.
Adopting: Helping a Dog Adjust to a New Home
We are thrilled you’ve chosen to adopt and are here to ensure you and your pet are set up for success as they transition into your home.
Adopting: Excitable Dogs
Many dogs struggle with jumping, mouthing, grabbing and barking when they get too excited. If your pup has shown any of these behaviors, it’s important to set up your home for success and consistently teach your dog the behaviors you want them to do instead.
Adopting: Shy or Fearful Dogs
When bringing a new pet home, it’s important to give them time, space and a safe environment to adjust. This is especially true for a dog who is shy or fearful.
Introducing Dogs and Cats: The Complete Guide
Welcoming a new pet into your family? Read this comprehensive guide to learn how to prepare your home, facilitate safe introductions and help your dog and cat coexist peacefully.
Introducing Dogs and Cats: The Quick Guide
Welcoming a new pet into your family home? Here’s how to make the introduction to your resident pet as smooth as possible!
Tips for Picking a New Pet
Bringing another animal into the home can be a nerve-racking experience — especially if your resident pet has never lived with another dog or cat before. But there are some ways to predict whether a new pet would be a good fit for your home.
Body Language Resources
Learn about pet body language and what it can tell you about how they are feeling.
Introducing Dogs at Home: The Complete Guide
Welcoming a new pet into your family home? Here’s how to make the introduction to your resident pet as smooth as possible!
Introducing Dogs at Home: The Quick Guide
Welcoming a new pet into your family home? Here’s how to make the introduction to your resident pet as smooth as possible!
Behavior Challenges: Barking
Your dog barks to communicate, and there are a variety of reasons why. Social barking, territorial barking, attention-seeking barking, warning barking and request barking are all examples of barking that typically occurs in short bursts and are in response to a specific event or occurrence.