Florida East Coast
Humane Society

1665 Old Moultrie Road
St. Augustine, Fl 32086
 

Hours
    
Tuesday thru Friday 10 to 6          
Saturday 10 to 5
Closed Sunday and Monday
904-829-2737


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Dog Behavior Tips

Your dog provides you with love and companionship, but chances are he also provides you with some unpleasant surprises from time to time—a mess on the carpet or a slobbery pair of slippers, for example. While dogs seem to offer their people love and friendship almost immediately, learning how to live by the rules of a human household does not always come so easily.

Maybe your puppy hasn't grasped the concept of housetraining quite yet, or perhaps your dog doesn't understand why jumping the fence isn't an approved activity. Whatever "issues" you or your pet may have, we have information that can help you address them. Our tip sheets are designed to empower pet caregivers to solve the problems that threaten their relationships with their companion animals.

Solving your dog's behavior problems may take a renewed commitment on your part, but it can be done. And it's worth it. After all, research shows that most dogs and cats are relinquished to animal shelters—or otherwise given up—because of common behavior problems their families didn't know how to solve.

Don't let challenges threaten the bonds you have with your faithful canine companion. With some effort and patience, and the advice on these tip sheets, you can address problem behaviors and keep your dog where he or she belongs—with you.

Dog Care

Chances are that your dog is one of your most faithful companions. But, from time to time, he may present you with unique challenges that could lead to frustration for both you and your four-legged friend. The information in this section will help you handle the responsibilities and potential difficulties that accompany the joy of sharing your life with a dog.

Aggression

Barking

Basic Training Techniques

Caring for Your Dog: The Top Ten Essentials

Choosing a Dog Trainer

Crate Training

Destructive Chewing

Digging  

Dog Toys: You Need Them

Do You Chain Your Dog?

Dominant Dogs

Eating Strange Objects (Such as Feces)

Escaping

Fear of Thunder (and Other Noises)

Fearful Dogs

Housetraining

How to Use a Head Halter

Introducing Pets to a New Dog

Positive Reinforcement: Training Your Dog with Treats and Praise

Puppy Behavior Basics

Puppy Chewing

Puppy Nipping and Rough Play

Separation Anxiety

Stay Dog Bite Free!

Submissive and Excitement Urination

Urine-Marking Behavior

Using Aversives to Modify Your Dog's Behavior

Removing Pet Stains and Odors

What to Do About a Dog Who's Left Outside

Why Dogs and Pickup Trucks Don't Mix

 

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Florida East Coast Humane Society
1665 Old Moultrie Road
St. Augustine, FL 32086
904-829-2737
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