Behavior Matters for Cats and Dogs - Paperback

by Frania Shelley-Grielen (Author)

"An information-packed guide to managing and modifying cat and dog behaviors sensitively and effectively" - Kirkus Reviews

BEHAVIOR MATTERS FOR CATS AND DOGS is the essential, comprehensive resource for pet guardians and industry experts. A deeper dive into the science of animal behavior modification, feline and canine behavioral needs, optimizing environments and more!

Concerns with behavior are among the top reasons pet guardians list for consulting professionals and for pet surrender:

Separation AnxietyUnacceptable EliminationReactivityAggressionMulti-Cat IntegrationCat/Dog IntegrationResource GuardingSocializationTrainingEnrichmentMore

BEHAVIOR MATTERS FOR CATS AND DOGS looks to the research and draws from practice to offer insightful guidance and astute approaches to feline and canine friendly interventions to help modify behavior and training guidelines. Formatted for chapters to stand alone on individual behavior topics and including engaging and needed sections on natural history, sociality, body language, and communication for cats and dogs. This book belongs on every pet lovers' must read list.

Don't just bring them home - keep them there!