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Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist, ethologist, animal behaviorist, author; speaker; Cat Friendly veterinarian. Opinions expressed are my own.

San Francisco, CA
Joined July 2018
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"This mirrors what has been found in companion animal research, where people with higher avoidant attachment tend to be less attentive and less engaged in caring for their pets. Our findings suggest the same dynamic extends to horse ownership," #horses phys.org/news/2026-06-horse-…
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"Informal and self-guided resources were widely used but perceived as less effective, and although veterinarians were commonly consulted, they were rated as less helpful than board-certified vet behaviorists, trainers, or prescribed medications." #dogs mdpi.com/3915690
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A little reminder when it comes to the sensitivity of your cat's nose, so don't skip that litter box maintenance.
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"While wks in treatment were slightly lower for dogs w/delayed treatment onset, immediate treatment onset reduced dogs’ fear more expeditiously. .(if) resources allow, starting behavior mod as soon as poss may be the most ethical option, with QOL in mind" sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
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Our goal is to help you provide the best life possible for your furry family members. Find a PPG Training and Behavior Professional: petprofessionalguild.com/fin…
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Don't scroll past this without sharing to your followers, it could save a dogs life 🐶 Please let this be your reminder to never leave your dog in a warm car ☀️🚗
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Dog Training Reframed: Fun, Enriching, and Lifelong When dog training is viewed as a form of enrichment, it becomes a relational practice of fun, manners, empathy, compromise, and lifelong care—a win-win for dogs and their humans. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…
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"#horses often use the same facial movements across different contexts, but the combos+intensities vary," said Dr. Kate Lewis, lead author. "This flexibility underscores the importance of considering the whole body+context when interpreting equine behavior"phys.org/news/2025-05-horse-…
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Discover free #educational resources on the Doggone safe website that you can use & share. And when you join Doggone safe, you get access to your own member area where you will find additional specialized resources! petprofessionalguild.com/pro… #PreventDogBites #DogBiteSafety
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Doggone safe dog bite safety tips make it easy to educate your social media followers during Dog Bite Prevention Month. petprofessionalguild.com/pro… #DogBiteSafety #SpeakDog
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Join PPG -Together we can put our commitment into words and our words into action! petprofessionalguild.com/joi… #Empathy #Ethics #PetBehaviorConsulting
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Don't make the mistake of rushing the introduction. Also, never punish a cat for showing aggression. The key to a successful introduction is to give the cats a reason to like each other. catbehaviorassociates.com/bu…
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Doggone safe provides tools and resources to professional dog trainers, behavior consultants and pet care professionals to support dog bite prevention education. petprofessionalguild.com/pro… #dogbiteprevention #holidayseason
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It only takes a few seconds to do this before getting in your car, and it could save a cat's life.
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We've got a new YouTube video out about #baseball from the 80's & 90's. We only mention Marge Schott once but reference Dave Parker several times. Please check it out and share if you like it youtu.be/WVkHXvV3L80 #MLB
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Dropping Monday! 🤩 In #ISFMchat we dive into the complexities of feline pain management to help you feel more empowered and informed. Read the #JFMS Special Collection before listening 👉 go.jfms.com/Pain_Special_Col… Produced by Tesseract Media Services
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Do you think you know everything about taking care of your cat? Test your knowledge below and discover if you are a true Cat Champion! Take the quiz at bit.ly/3Xar416 to discover if you have what it takes to be a Cat Champion. #CatFriendlyHomes
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Cats are masters at hiding signs of pain and disease. The signs of pain may be subtle because cats hide signs of discomfort and illness which could make them appear vulnerable to their enemies. Learn more at bit.ly/4c0rKxD. #FelineFunFactFriday #CatFriendlyHomes
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Training Your Dog With Love, Science, and Consent Annie Grossman offers a science-based, fun view of dog training and shows positive reinforcement is the best way to allow a dog to express who they really are―their true dogness. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/…
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Upcoming PPG webinar, 'Counter-conditioning for Fearful and Anxious #Dogs: How to Get it Right' - with Dr. Zazie Todd ⏰October 23, 2024, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm (ET) Details & registration: petprofessionalguild.com/web… #animalbehavior
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