BC SPCA – Preventing or reducing anxiety when left alone

BC SPCA – Preventing or reducing anxiety when left alone

Dogs form strong bonds with animals and people with whom they live. Most dogs can cope with separation from family members for a few hours. Some feel anxious, stressed even panicked when left even for a few minutes. It is one of the most common behavioural problems...
Do You Have a Reactive Rover?

Do You Have a Reactive Rover?

Whether you have a yappy yorkie, a barking bichon, a vicious vizsla, a lunging lurcher, a hyper hound or a bouncing boxer – there is hope for your “bad” dog. The term reactive dog has become a sort of catch-all umbrella term to describe...
Dealing With Puppy Whining

Dealing With Puppy Whining

I came across this great post by Dr. Sophia Yin and wanted to share. While this is geared towards puppies, it could be applied to dogs of any age. However, bear in mind the longer the behaviour has been practiced successfully, the longer it can take to change. Enjoy!...
Thundershirt: The Best Solution for Dog Anxiety?

Thundershirt: The Best Solution for Dog Anxiety?

Thundershirt: The Best Solution for Dog Anxiety? Such a simple solution to a big time problem is easily met with skepticism. Can this silly little jacket thing really help my dog’s anxiety problems? The answer is, quite frankly, yes it can! And the Thundershirt...