Post Adoption Resources
Congratulations on bringing home your new pet. While there is certainly excitement in welcoming a new companion into your life, there can also be some challenges as both of you adjust to your new routine together. These resources are designed to help guide you through that transition, strengthen the bond between you and your pet, and provide support as you begin this new journey together.
Dog Resources
Family Friendly Resources:
Family Dog Mediation Education Center: The Dog’s Truth | A documentary-style course for families who want to learn more about their dog’s behavior and help them with meaningful and practical solutions.
The Family Dog | Learn the human skills that improve life with your dog. “The Dial Method” is a 100% kind, science-based program that gives parents essentials for raising kids and a dog together.
Family Paws | Dedicated to creating dog awareness generations with a focus on information and support toward new and expecting families.
Reactivity:
Reducing leash reactivity: The engage-disengage game | Helpful for dogs who become over-aroused and respond with a “fight” or “fool around” response to seeing another dog, person or environmental stimulus.
Behavior Support:
Dogs Anonymous | A non-profit group of dog behavior experts dedicated to keeping dogs out of shelters by helping their humans with advice and emotional support.
Cat Resources
Feline Behavior Issues:
Cornell Feline Health Center | For guidance on house soiling, aggression, destructive behavior, over-licking, and more.
Animal Humane Society | To prevent and solve litter box problems, as well as additional pet resources.
Introducing Cats:
Jackson Galaxy: The Do’s and Don’ts of Introducing Cats | How best to set up your resident cat and your new addition for long-term success.
Trainers we recommend: