To help you and your canine companions, we've compiled some information and resources about dogs. We also offer occasional lectures and workshops that features dog topics - please check the schedule of events.

Please note that all links with this symbol () are to PDF documents. You will need Adobe Acrobat software to open them.

 

 

 

 

Caring for your Dog

I Just Got Home with My New Dog!

The First Four Weeks

The Basics of Owning a Dog

Introducing Your New Dog to Your Pets

Dogs and Cats

Dogs and Children: Important Information for Parents

Indoor Dog: Making Your Dog Part of the Family

Multi-Dog Households: Before You Adopt A Second Dog

Pet Disaster Planning

Finding a Lost Pet

Choosing a Boarding Kennel

Pet Sitters: What to Look For

 

Puppies

Puppy Kindergarten

 

Health Issues

Spay and Neuter: The Importance of Alteration

Allergies and Pets: Breathe Easy with Your Pet

Pets and their Immune Compromised Owner

 

Behavior Issues

We have a collection of Dog Training Articles written by our Training Manager, Nancy Frensley.

The BEBHS K-9 College offers several Training Classes.

Submit a question for one of our Behavior Consultants on the Behavior Advice Line.

Bite Prevention

Confinement: Crate and Tether Training

Leadership: Nothing in Life is for Free

Leash Reactivity: Frustration, Arousal and Your Dog

Resource Guarding: How to Prevent Posession Aggression in Dogs