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How to find a behavior expert: Croney Research Group

You may need help with basic training or for a more serious dog behavior concern. Regardless, you want to work with a qualified professional who uses humane, evidence-based methods. If you are experiencing a problematic behavior with your dog, the first step is a...


Nutrition for the Lactating Dog

Dogs have additional nutritional needs during lactation. Learn more in this infographic you can also download to share or print. Lactation is the most nutritionally demanding life stage. Nutrient requirements are higher than during pregnancy Calories and water are the...


Quick Tips for Success: Environmental Enrichment in Kennels – Croney Research Group

Environmental enrichment is the provision of accommodation or enhancement to the kennel that improves the quality of animal care in various ways. Effective enrichment: a. increases the number and types of normal
behaviors dogs show. b. reduces abnormal behaviors. c. increases dog’s use of the space given to them. d. helps dogs to cope with stress by giving them the opportunity to have some control over themselves and aspects of their environment. Shreyer, T., Rezvani, T., Croney, C. (2021). Quick Tips for Success: Environmental Enrichment in Kennels. Life of Riley at Spring Point
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You can use enrichment in whelping areas, play areas and runs, and both indoor and outdoor. Remember: Choose locations where enrichment is most likely to “add value” Disperse multiple enrichment items throughout a kennel to prevent competition between dogs Monitor how...