The American Veterinary Society for Animal Behavior (AVSAB) has created this position statement summarizing the current science and best practices to use when selecting a trainer or behavior consultant.
For basic manners such as potty training, jumping up, or pulling on leash, some good certifications to look for include CPDT-KA and IAABC-ADT. For behavior concerns such as fear/anxiety, reactivity, or aggression, look for a CDBC or CTC. Many practitioners work remotely, so even if you don't have someone close by you can still access great support!
For basic manners such as potty training, jumping up, or pulling on leash, some good certifications to look for include CPDT-KA and IAABC-ADT. For behavior concerns such as fear/anxiety, reactivity, or aggression, look for a CDBC or CTC. Many practitioners work remotely, so even if you don't have someone close by you can still access great support!
- The Humane Alliance of Rescue Trainers offers free training sessions to dogs in rescue.
- Maddie's Fund has hundreds of high quality, free education programs for animal welfare programs, including many focused on behavioral healthcare.
- ASPCApro has many courses on welfare, including behavior and handling.
- Pod to the Rescue has many excellent episodes on topics around behavior of dogs in foster and newly adopted with top industry experts.
- Your Dog's Friend has many excellent videos aimed at keeping dogs in homes and out of shelters.
- Calm Canine Academy has a free webinar on caring for a foster or newly adopted dog
- Dumb Friends League has many free handouts on a variety of behavior topics
- The Family Dog has great resources on promoting safe interactions between dogs and kids.
- Fearfuldogs.com has many excellent resources on working with fearful dogs
Inexpensive paid resources:
- EXCELLENT and inexpensive resources for appropriate interactions with babies and toddlers: Family Paws