Empowered Paws

Yes, a very antidotal take on the bigger picture. Nevertheless, simplify it for pet parents. Small goals = big reward.

As the temps drop dogs stay inside more, less walks, short time outside. And I get calls of behavior issues on the rise that have a common theme. Your pup has cabin fever. Introduce play and indoor enrichment activities to mix it up between the holiday shenanigans.

blue book with title “Kitty Language” in the center and two cat illustrations above and below

my copy of the very adorable book Kitty Language by @lilichin.bsky.social arrived today!

I created this after reading PURR by @zazietodd.bsky.social and the AAFP and ISFM Feline Environmental Needs Guidelines. For a closer look and to download: doggiedrawings.net/products/cat.... #cats #CatsNeed

When you're teaching your dog to opt in to grooming and veterinary procedures, and introducing the various aspects of that kind of handling, don't forget about "peering intently." It's an often overlooked part of care that freaks a lot of dogs out.

I would like to be added if there’s room, thank you

Yeah, it’s fine to skip that walk. Give dogs some problem solving activities that align with them. Sniff, seek, chase, play, rest, repeat. Regulate their nervous systems.

Image of a medium dog looking in opposite direction outside in the woods. The dogs is white, spotted with brown/tan markings.

The wonder of dogs. Re-learning the world around them. Watch, observe, choices.

I help people understand how to work with animals who likely have histories of neglect, deprivation, abuse or trauma. They need better, especially our dogs who suffer from an unregulated training industry. Most dog training advice sucks.

Saw a dog being given a treat at a store and thought to myself, "Why don't people offer me a snack everywhere I go?"

One of my recent KPA students taught her dog to retrieve a med bag when he hears the Imperial March.

Mental health is health for dogs. Stress impacts the body from their noggin to their gut.

Cat and dog playing with the title “animal agency and playful relationships”

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Im encouraged to read the book if the audiobook voice doesn't pair with what I imagined it to sound like.

extra bonus points if you in response to that comment encourage pet parent they are capable of understanding their dog and the behavior too

bonus points if anyone knows where that originates from

I also get the ick when someone says "you're a dog whisperer"

Here are some common signs! If anything seems strange always contact a vet! Pain is different in both cats and dogs 💖

Thank you for creating this list. It’ll be an honor to be included.

Picture shows a screenshot from Amazon.com of a yellow book with illustrations of dogs on it named “What Dogs Want” by Mat Ward and illustrations by Rupert Fawcett

Easy go to and it comes with handy illustrations. Ideal for first time adopters understanding body language, training basics, common behaviors adopters may run into.

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*I think I figured out the alt text!

Dog looking up at the sky as the rain falls on her face. On a walk leashed.

This moment of a rescue dog out for a walk today when she paused and had a moment letting the misty rain fall on her

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Puppies puppies puppies - enjoy the journey over perfection

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Safety 🤝 Bonding

@pisswitch.bsky.social definitely! What’s the best way you may advise to go about it? Still getting a hang of posting here

Alexandra Horowitz is also always a pleasure to hear her speak on podcasts and conferences. She has authored many books - two books I’ve read personally below,

Inside of a Dog a.co/d/bBTspiQ

Our Dogs, Oursleves a.co/d/9Z67vay

All things Kim Brophey whether it’s podcasts she speaks on or conferences. Here her book “Meet Your Dog” is top tier. Also available in audiobook, which I’ve enjoyed on my commute.

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I’ve yet to get this one but often hear good reviews on it

Karen Pryor’s Don’t Shoot The Dog

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Animal Behavior / Training Books recommendations thread (1 of uh many…)

Starting with Brenda Aloff’s Canine Body Language

*please add on!

Thank you @blahttodea.bsky.social for adding us to this animal behavior / ethology starter pack 🙏
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Lots of good folks to follow here

@blahttodea.bsky.social has a whole doc of starter packs on her pinned post you should go check out

Hello! Excited to be here! I work with dogs overseeing behavior in rescue, foster, and life thereafter. Expanding their lives beyond the kennel and enriching their world for mind, body and soul pre-adoption. Following applied science based positive reinforcement practices.