…hand with either excited type greeting behaviors or mildly fear related or conflicted greeting behaviors. In most cases these problems resolve quickly with age when addressed appropriately. The term “submissive…
…may help: Our growing team of veterinary behaviorists is available for consultations. Learn more about private behavior consultations. View our cat behavior resources and dog behavior resources to learn more…
Sharpie is currently in a foster home and is available to meet through our Virtual Adoption Program! Sharpie may be dressed in all black, but there’s nothing ordinary about this…
Louie is currently in a foster home. Sign up to meet him through our Virtual Adoption Program! His adoption fee has been generously sponsored. Oh yes, this IS the one…
…it can make him more relaxed and comfortable during the behavior modification program—or anything else your dog may not like. Warning: Do not try to place a basket muzzle if…
…an integrated flea management program that treats the pet and its immediate environment. The affected animal and other animals in the household must be treated. Pets can be treated with…
…a long history of this behavior? Consult a behaviorist to help you create a program to change your dog’s marking habit. Clean thoroughly. Clean previously marked things or areas with…
…language. Either: Ignore the behavior. Don’t reinforce or inadvertently reward unwanted behavior. Avoid the situation. Manage your dog’s behavior and set them up to succeed. Restrict your dog’s access to…
…trainer for a behavior modification program and/or attend one of our Reactive Rover classes. Attention-Seeking Barking Manage: More exercise, more playtime, and plenty of social interactions can reduce attention-seeking barking….
…his mouth to smell the treat. You’re not encouraging barking; you’re encouraging quiet behavior by combining two incompatible behaviors. Your dog can’t bark and smell and eat at the same…
…Warm blankets and heating pads for homeless animals $120/month Support for foster families as they raise young animals and provide behavior support $250/month Critical medical treatment for animals in need…
SF SPCA Our Animals Summer 2023 cover image of woman snuggling with grey cat
