180 Turn Command
…one. Otherwise, say “yes!” to mark the behavior. A quiet area without distractions for practicing. 10 minutes 2–3 times daily. Prerequisites Your dog needs to be able to walk easily…
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Selecting a Boarding Facility
…with at least a few weeks of intensive training in animal care, welfare, body language, behavior, basic medical triage, CPR, wound management, etc. If a scuffle breaks out between two…
Adopting an Undersocialized Kitten
…Depending on the individual temperament of the kitten, the behavior of the parents, their age and previous experiences, they may show fearful behavior such as hissing, swatting, scratching or biting—or…
Collars and Leashes
…and stress. • Can cause or exacerbate aggression or fearful behavior. • Can cause injury. • Inhumane – a pain inducing tool. Shock Collar AVOID • Causes pain. • Ineffective…
How to Introduce Cats
…behavior toward another cat. Most owners do this thinking they will teach the cat that the aggressive behavior is inappropriate, but it only ends up making the cat more stressed…
Recommended Cat Reading
This list of ten books offers a survey of some of the most informative literature on cat behavior and biology, and how to make a happy home with your feline….
Adoption Handbook – Dog
…principles Foundation behaviors (recall, sit, down, stay, focus) Dog training classes When Problems Arise Troubleshooting problem behavior (barking, chewing, jumping, pulling on leash, fearfulness in new environments) Common Misconceptions Additional…
Sit Command
Benefit of teaching your dog “sit” This one is a must and a behavior any dog can learn. A staple of all good dog manners, sitting when asked can help…
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Community Advocate for Animals. Join Our Community We believe in the bond between people and their pets. Animals need us just as much as we need them—help us protect and…
Vaccinations (Dogs)
…infectious agents into an animal’s bloodstream. Some vaccines provide life-long protection, while others protect for a limited period of time. Because one exposure to an antigen might not trigger long-term…
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Donate Now To Save Animals You can help save homeless animals in San Francisco and beyond today. Your donation will save and protect animals who need medical care and a…
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Keep Our Giving Streak Going! Help us honor 155 years of caring for animals by supporting the San Francisco SPCA. With you by our side, we can give all animals…