by Janet Cutler | Oct 26, 2020 | Blog, Uncategorized
One of the largest problems with animal welfare in our household pets is their lack of stimulation, or boredom. This can lead to many behaviour problems, but you may simply notice that your dog or cat isn’t doing much during the day. They could likely benefit from...
by Janet Cutler | Oct 13, 2020 | Blog, Uncategorized
I often get asked what I think is the most important role I have as a behaviorist. The answer is simple – I want to improve the relationship you have with your pet. Now there are many ways to go about this, but there are a few important things that I’ve found...
by Janet Cutler | Mar 25, 2020 | Blog, Uncategorized
There are many questions about pets and coronavirus (COVID-19) going around on the internet, so here’s an update on what is known as of March 27, 2020. Positive tests in China in dogs Two dogs have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) in...
by Janet Cutler | Oct 24, 2018 | Blog, Uncategorized
Halloween can be a scary time for our four-legged family members; scary costumes, many different people and smells, doors left open, and chocolate set out can all lead to an unsafe environment for your pet. Here’s what you can do to keep them safe on Halloween! 1....
by Janet Cutler | Aug 2, 2018 | Blog, Uncategorized
Do you have a new baby on the way? Or have a puppy and wanting to get them used to different noises? Then this post is for you! Why is noise exposure important? Hearing is a very important sense to dogs, and can be responsible for stress, excitement, and many other...
by Janet Cutler | Jun 20, 2018 | Blog, Uncategorized
Beautiful summer weather unfortunately, for many dog owners, comes with the risk for thunderstorms. If you’ve ever had a dog with a fear of thunderstorms, you know how horrible it can be to watch them panic. Tail tucked, shivering, panting and drooling, either hiding...
by Janet Cutler | Apr 18, 2018 | Blog, Uncategorized
You may have been to puppy or other obedience classes, but still experience behaviour problems. If you're struggling with some aspect of behaviour or training, then booking an appointment with trainer or behaviour consultant can help. But, how do you know who to...
by Janet Cutler | Apr 13, 2018 | Blog, Uncategorized
You may have heard that it’s National Dog Bite Prevention Week®. If you have a dog in your home, or if you’re ever in contact with dogs, this week is an important reminder of the importance of safety around dogs. This is especially the case if your dog is ever around...
by Janet Cutler | Feb 26, 2017 | Blog, Uncategorized
Why should you know what rewards are valuable to your pet? Just as some foods and activities are more rewarding to you, they are to your pet as well. When training pets, it’s important to know what rewards are worth more to them, or are of higher value. This lets you...
