clinical animal behaviourist
Animal Practitioner Series: What’s Motivational Interviewing? How To Use It In Your Training And Behaviour Sessions
This article is aimed at animal practitioners to help them better understand their clients, and a technique that can contribute to effective communication, which can improve the likelihood for client cooperation. Animal behaviourists and training instructors play a crucial role…
Understanding Feline Inappropriate Elimination: Some Common Causes and Tips for Cat Owners
Feline inappropriate elimination refers to a common behaviour problem in cats, where they eliminate inside the home and outside of…
Unravelling the Neuroscience behind Separation-Related Problems in Dogs and Cats
Separation-related problems in dogs and cats are often more complex than “they miss us”. This article looks at the neuroscience…
Decoding the Cat Ladder of Aggression: Understanding Cat Body Language for Harmonious Relationships
Cats are fascinating animals, known for their enigmatic behaviour and ability to communicate through subtle body language signals. The Cat…
The Essential Guide to Puppy Socialisation: Why, How, and Avoiding Potential Fall-Out
Puppy socialisation is a crucial aspect of raising a well-rounded and behaviourally balanced dog. It involves introducing your puppy to…
What Motivates Your Dog? Using Rewards More Effectively in Training
Training can be such an enjoyable part of living with a dog, and depending on the methods used, it can…
Strengthening your dog’s focus and attention on walks
Walking your dog can be a rewarding experience, but it can also present challenges when it comes to maintaining your…
The Pitfalls of Flooding as a Dog Behavioural Modification Technique
Flooding is a controversial dog behavioural modification technique that involves exposing a dog to an overwhelming amount of a feared…
The Importance of Cat Enrichment: Enhancing Feline Well-being
Cat enrichment is crucial in maintaining their well-being, mental stimulation, and physical health. In this post, I explore why cat…
Why dogs roll in poop and how to stop it
Dogs engage in what can appear to us humans as curious behaviours, and one of them is rolling in animal…
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