Videos

Bringing out the best in a cat or dog is a hands-on task. Seeing it in a video is often better than reading it. My goal with these videos is to make behavior management easier to understand and implement.

Dr. Nichol’s Video – Canine Graffiti Artists – Inside & Out

By drjeffnichol | June 3, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Canine Graffiti Artists – Inside & Out

Urine marking: Correct it? Live with it? A compassionate and effective meeting of the minds is in order.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Foxtails: That’s Tails, not Tales

By drjeffnichol | May 27, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Foxtails: That’s Tails, not Tales

Aggressive grass awns invade the bodies of dogs and cats.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – FBL Elderly Pet Confusion

By drjeffnichol | May 20, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – FBL Elderly Pet Confusion

Normal Aging? Dementia? Barking, pacing, clingy, soiling? Older dogs and cats who cry, act lost, and stare at walls are not normal. We can help but our best improvements are in early cases. Learn to notice the first signs in dogs and cats over age 10. Advanced senility can improve.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Dogs who Wet their Pants

By drjeffnichol | May 13, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Dogs who Wet their Pants

More commonly seen in young, often female dogs, they roll onto their sides, may raise one rear leg, and dribble. You, the pet parent, are the Grand Poobah for your dog. Excitement/submissive urine soiling occurs only when you make your grand entrance.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Intense Fear PTSD in Dogs

By drjeffnichol | April 29, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Intense Fear PTSD in Dogs

Severe reactions, nightmares, escape attempts; even aggression can indicate PTSD in dogs. Harsh training methods or physical trauma can provoke this lifelong disorder. There is help for this tough problem.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Cats who Hate each other’s Guts

By drjeffnichol | April 22, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Cats who Hate each other’s Guts

Dangerous cat fights can worsen fast. Some cats belong together; others don’t. Keep the peace and learn how to give them space from each other.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Dog on Furniture – Get Off!

By drjeffnichol | April 15, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Dog on Furniture – Get Off!

Dogs who are told to get off the furniture repeat their crimes when the boss is out of sight. Consistency and kindness matter.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Mama’s Empathic Example

By drjeffnichol | April 8, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Mama’s Empathic Example

Kindness can be found everywhere from chimpanzees to dog, cats, and people.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Cats ‘n Kids

By drjeffnichol | March 25, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Cats ‘n Kids

Snuggle Bunnies? Predators? If they’re close to losing impulse control they might actually communicate. Hissing, growling, spitting, ears back, pupils dilated – Cats in this mindset need space. Keep all interactions slow and gentle.

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Dr. Nichol’s Video – Dog Safe with Kids? Have Fun – Be Watchful

By drjeffnichol | March 18, 2019 | Comments Off on Dr. Nichol’s Video – Dog Safe with Kids? Have Fun – Be Watchful

Most dogs are happy to come when called but some can feel afraid. A child can understand empathy and respect for personal boundaries while playing nicely. We all feel afraid sometimes. They can watch and wait until their dog is ready.

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