Cat & Dog Training and Behavior Resources
Taking steps to ensure your pet's good behavior, adaptation, and comfort within their surroundings will pay big dividends in ensuring their safety and overall quality of life. It will make your life much easier as well!
Behaviorists and trainers can make a big difference in the life of your cats and dogs. We have lots of great information about cat and dog behavior and training on our site, and below are several additional resources to help you find behaviorists and reputable, certified trainers near you.
Dog Behavior & Training
- Preventive Vet's Pupstanding Academy
- Dog Behavior and Training Resources
- Decoding Canine Body Language Resources
- Puppy Socialization and Desensitization Resources
- Puppy Socialization App: Interactive Checklist
- Download: Puppy Potty Log
- American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
Cat Behavior & Training
- Marci Koski & LeeAnna Buis / Feline Behavior Solutions
- Pam Johnson-Bennett / Cat Behavior Associates
- American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
Additional Resources
- American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers
- Dr. Ian Dunbar / Dog Star Daily
- Dr. Sophia Yin
- Karen Pryor Clicker Training
- The Yellow Dog Project – A global campaign to raise awareness of the fact that some dogs, for whatever reason, just need space. In doing so, this project helps to promote appropriate contact between dogs.
*If you have a resource that you love and want other pet owners to be aware of, please let us know about it, and we’ll evaluate it for consideration on our resources pages. Thank you!