How Cats Learn
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws This article is for all of us who would be happy training our cats to just use the litter box instead of our comforter, closet or shoes....
View ArticleIntroducing Your Cat or Kitten to a New Pet
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Understand the complexities of managing a multi-pet household, and how your cat might react to a stranger in his home. Here are some...
View ArticleWhen Will I Be Able To Let My Dog Off Leash?
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Asking when you can allow your dog to be off leash is not a whole lot different from the question, “When will you be able to let your...
View ArticleObedience Training Your Dog or Puppy: How and Why?
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Obedience training doesn’t solve all behavior problems, but it is the foundation for solving just about any problem. Training opens up a...
View ArticlePulling on the Leash
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Most leash pulling begins as soon as the dog sees the leash and knows she’s about to go for a walk. If the walk begins out of control,...
View ArticleDogs and Puppies Jumping Up
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Jumping, leaping and bouncing are ways your dog shows affection and receives attention. Look at different ways to help them get the...
View ArticlePuppy Basics – Training the First Week
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Start your relationship with your new puppy on the right foot! Know what to expect and what to do as the responsible party for your new...
View ArticleReasons for Digging
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws If you provide your dog with regular walks, runs, play-time and training, the chances are you will not have a digging problem. However,...
View ArticleSeparation Anxiety (Owner-Absent Misbehavior)
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Many dogs experience separation anxiety when left alone. They will often whine, bark, cry, howl, chew, dig, scratch at the door, soil...
View ArticleUnderstanding Your Cat’s Territorial Nature and Behavior
By Gwen Bohnenkamp, Animal Behavior Specialist with Perfect Paws Do you ever think your cat is neurotic? Do you ever wonder if maybe you’re the one losing your mind and your cat is quite normal? You...
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