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Changing fearful behavior in dogs – Croney Research Group

Changing fearful behavior in dogs – Croney Research Group

Changing fearful behavior often requires specific techniques, which are different from “training.” We use desensitization and counterconditioning (ds/cc) when a dog is uncomfortable with something. Over time, ds/cc changes how they feel AND changes their behavior!...


What is Positive Reinforcement? – Croney Research Group

What is Positive Reinforcement? – Croney Research Group

Positive reinforcement is a training method where you acknowledge and reward good behaviors. Simply put, it means giving your dogs something they want when they do something you like! Positive reinforcement training is recommended by behavior experts because it is...




Problems and Management

Problems and Management

Center for Shelter Dogs. (n.d.). Problems and Management. Tufts University: Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. Retrieved June 21, 2023, from https://centerforshelterdogs.tufts.edu/dog-behavior/problems-and-management/.



Shy Dog Adopter’s Guide

Shy Dog Adopter’s Guide

Velez, M. (n.d.). Shy Dog Adopter’s Guide. Shelter Playgroup Alliance. Retrieved June 24, 2023 from https://www.shelterdogplay.org/_files/ugd/7c885c_2f9fe1f87ea24376912b6e0b18e41998.pdf.



Eight Tips to Help Fearful Dogs Feel Safe

Eight Tips to Help Fearful Dogs Feel Safe

Todd, Z. (2018). Eight Tips to Help Fearful Dogs Feel Safe. Companion Animal Psychology. Retrieved June 24, 2023, from https://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2018/08/eight-tips-to-help-fearful-dogs-feel.html.