Training Tips
Have a listen to our 30 second training tips that aired on U93 radio. We have tips on all sorts of topics.
Be Positive!
Hi, its Dr. Belock. We know from basic psychology that behaviors that are reinforced are more likely to be offered in the future. Rather than setting your dog up to fail and then punishing them, set your dog up for success, catch them doing the right thing and pay for it with a reward. By doing so you will be teaching your dog what you want them to do, instead of just telling them what you don't want without any clear information about what they should be doing instead. That's training that is inspired by kindness and informed by science!
Markers
Hi, it’s Dr. Belock. A marker is a distinct sound, (click) or word (yes) that is paired with a food reward such that when the dog hears the marker they know a food reward will follow. The marker is used to identify to the dog which behaviors earn them the reward. You click the instant the dog does the desired behavior, they know a treat is coming and they now know it is tied to the behavior they were doing when they received the mark. This provides clarity, buys time to deliver the reward and results in faster learning. That's training that is inspired by kindness and informed by science!
Can A Veterinarian Just Call In Meds Without Seeing My Dog?
Establish your dog as a patient at Canine Body and Mind during a low stress veterinary wellness visit. If you already have a primary veterinarian, we will forward your dog’s medical records to maintain continuity of care.
Are you worried about not being able to get in to be seen by a vet when your dog needs it?
The veterinary industry is very overwhelmed. Help us help you by scheduling a New Patient Wellness Visit and getting your dog established with us so that you can take advantage of our TELEMED SERVICE. Once we have seen your dog for a physical exam we can call in medications for minor illnesses/injuries on a case by case basis as appropriate. That way, even if you can't be seen right away (here or elsewhere) we can at least get some treatment started. If your dog is not an established patient with us, by law, we cannot call in meds for you. PLEASE take advantage of this so that your dog can get prompt care when they need it. Even if you typically take your dog elsewhere for vet care YOU CAN BE ESTABLISHED AT MULTIPLE CLINICS. We can email records to your primary vet, if you would like, to maintain continuity of care for your dog.
You can self schedule a New Patient Wellness Visit at your convenience with the link below.