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When Training Alone Just Doesn’t Work…Stress Can Alter Physiology
In some dogs, training approaches repeatedly fail to yield emotional and behavioral changes. It is well-known that neuroendocrine responses can become dysregulated due to past stress. They may not function properly for the individual, rendering the animal incapable of coping and responding appropriately in certain environments or around stressors. This can lead to excessive fear or even aggression. Learn what this looks like and how integrative approaches can help this.
Eileen Koval
Oct 2414 min read


Does your Dog Tease or Play Jokes with You?
By: Eileen Koval, CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, MSc Does your dog play jokes on you, laugh, or have a sense of humor? Mine undoubtedly do. ...
Eileen Koval
Sep 146 min read


Understanding Dog Sterilization: A Deep Dive into Legislation and Welfare
Cultural attitudes toward animal welfare affect veterinarian and owner perceptions of their dogs' pain levels with spay and neuter. There are no federal or state law covering sterilization or pet welfare in these procedures. Messaging has focused heavily on the idea of spay and neuter solving unwanted behavior issues. Yet, shelters overflow with surplus pets, and the top reason cited by owners is "behavior issues". How do other countries compare? How can these issues be
Eileen Koval
Aug 2716 min read


Car Accident Safety and Restraints for Dogs
If it had not been for a car harness and being restrained, our dog would have most likely died in the car accident...but he did not suffer a scratch.
Eileen Koval
Jun 27 min read
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