behavior issues

If you are having trouble with your dog, we want to help. Let's talk about how your dog thinks, and create a plan that will help your dog become a valued member of your family. Click on our overview of common behavior issues or read about keys to behavior. You may also want to attend one of our workshops, or contact us with questions. Our Dog Help Line is 301-983-5913, or click here to email us.

We also recommend the following resources:

petsforlife.org – tips on common puppy behavior, training basics, and behavior issues
ddfl.org – similar to Pets for Life, with additional tips on behavior modification
diamondsintheruff.com – good behavior tips; information on puppies, dog language, and pack behavior
petfinder.com – resource library of dog-related articles
dogwise.com – dog books that can be searched by topic
ABRIonline.org – Animal Behavior Resources Institute; videos, articles and podcasts to help with behavior issues
animalbehaviorassociates.com – pet behavior questions, articles, books and DVDs

Fight! A Practical Guide to the Treatment of Dog-Dog Aggression by Jean Donaldson

Control Unleashed - Creating a Focused and Confident Dog by Leslie McDevitt

The Cautious Canine: How to Help Dogs Conquer Their Fears by Patricia McConnell

Scaredy Dog: Understanding and Rehabilitating Your Reactive Dog by Ali Brown

I’ll Be Home Soon: How to Prevent and Treat Separation Anxiety by Patricia McConnell

The Bark Stops Here by Terry Ryan (for excessive barkers)

Mine! A Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs by Jean Donaldson

Feisty Fido: Help for the Leash-Aggressive Dog by Patricia McConnell and Karen London

How to Right a Dog Gone Wrong: A Roadmap for Rehabilitating Aggressive Dogs by Pamela Dennison