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Training & Behavior Help
We at Friends of the Animals want you and your pets to have a happy, healthy life together. Proper
training and understanding how to deal with behavior issues are essential to maintaining
a happy household with pets. On this page you will find
articles and helpful links to assist you with some common problems so please
be sure to check back often for updates. Please keep a few
pointers in mind when dealing with your animal companions:
- It is never, ever, okay to strike an animal. Not with your hand, not with a rolled up newspaper, not with anything. Hitting is not
discipline, it's abuse.
- It can be very frustrating when your pet is not following commands or listening to you, take a deep breath and walk away until you can deal with the problem calmly.
- Your pet should have a clean bill of health before starting any new training, your
Veterinarian may have recommendations for vaccinations, diet changes, exercise restrictions, etc.
- Having your pets spayed or neutered will help them to be calmer and more well-behaved.
- If you are having problems with your adopted pet or pets please don't hesitate to contact
us. Our volunteers are here to help you!
- Sudden behavior changes for no apparent reason can indicate an illness or injury, please consult your
Veterinarian or contact us if you have recently adopted from our shelter.
Useful External Links
Please note: There are many different ways to
train your pet. The following information and links are meant as a general guide and not as a substitute for consulting with a professional.
www.loveyourdog.com
Excellent site! Free online videos on topics ranging from basic commands (sit,
down, etc.) to tricks & advanced obedience.
There are also free articles with more information about obedience instructions.
www.forpaws.org
Information on becoming a good pack leader. If your dog doesn't respect you,
they will not listen to you.
www.training-dogs.com/crate-training
Fantastic article on how to crate train your dog! We highly recommend dogs adopted from our shelter be crate trained as this
eliminates many problems with potty training and destructive behavior.
www.wonderpuppy.net/canwehelp
Are you considering giving up your pet because you or your pet are having
problems? Please take a few moments to read the advice and tips on this site. There are great articles that give solutions to many of the
common problems that lead owners to surrender their pets to animal shelters.
www.leerburg.com
Working with adult dogs to establish good leadership. Free e-books, audio
instructional material and lots of articles on many training and behavior topics.
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