Separation Anxiety
Back to school season is a time of transition for the whole family as parents and children begin to adjust to a new routine. But it is also a difficult time for pets. After an entire summer of enjoying extended …
Behavior
Socialization
Socialization is important to the overall well-being of your dog because it will provide him with the ability to develop skills to cope with new experiences in a positive way, therefore reducing your dog’s stress. What is Socialization? Socialization is …
Most Common Dog & Cat Behavior Problems
Dogs Dog behavior problems are often misunderstood or mishandled by dog owners. Perhaps you are new to dog ownership, considering getting a dog, or just wish to help your dog with a challenging issue. Thoroughly understanding the most common dog behavior problems …
National Train Your Dog Month
One of the mistakes we often make with our dogs is thinking that dogs see training classes in the same way that we often see being in school—in other words, that learning is reserved for the classroom! In truth, dogs …
Behavior Consultations
Three of our AMC doctors, Dr. Carraway, Dr. Bliss and Dr. Bowden have a special interest in canine and feline behavior, and have done extra study in this area to help clients solve behavior problems in their pets. Note: we …
Most Common Cat Behavior Problems
We love our feline friends when they rub against our legs, knead our laps, or look us in the eye and purr. Yet sometimes we may not like everything about our four-footed friends. Not when they streak through the house …