Welcome to Behavior Bits!
Your educational resource for behavior-related pet training tips. In this section of the web site, you will find helpful and easy-to-implement behavior training recommendations from industry experts. These short training “bits” are only 3‑5 minutes each and cover various topics such as crate training, enrichment toys, how to prepare for a veterinary visit, and much, much more.
NEW! – Treating separation related problems in dogs
The important distinctions between short acting medications; long-lasting medications; supplements and food. And how they can each potentially help your dog.
NEW! – Four facts about separation anxiety you probably didn’t know
Four facts about separation anxiety that you may not have known; including whether or not there is a common medication that can be administered to all dogs with this disorder.
NEW! – Behavior myth busting with Dr. Lisa Radosta – 2
Myths about dogs predisposed to separation anxiety related disorders including whether or not dogs from single-parent households are more likely to have separation anxiety and whether or not you can cause disorders in your dog for loving them too fiercely.
NEW! – Behavior myth busting with Dr. Lisa Radosta – 1
Is ignoring your dog before your departure the right approach? Listen to Dr Radosta talk through this predicament and other environmental factors when it comes to ensuring a stress-free departure with your anxious dog.
How to use a Mutt Mat for behavior modification training
In this video, Dr. Lisa Radosta talks about the versatile uses of the Mutt training Mat and how it can help with behavior modification training at home.
An overview of separation anxiety
Your dog has been diagnosed with separation anxiety. Now what? In this video, Dr. Lisa Radosta provides an overview about canine separation anxiety and how it can be managed, including effective treatment options.
Separation anxiety medication options
In this video, Dr. Lisa Radosta provides management and treatment options of canine separation anxiety to help pet owners better manage their dog’s behavior and ensure a healthy bond between dog and owner.
Can my dog be cured?
In this video, Dr. Lisa Radosta provides an answer to a commonly asked question regarding whether or not a dog with separation anxiety can be cured.
How the PetSafe Train N Praise treat dispenser may be able to help a dog with separation anxiety.
In this video, dog trainer Kayla provides ways to train your dog using this helpful tool.
Behavior modification basics you can use at home
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by veterinarian Dr. Jeff Nichol. Here, he shares a couple ways for you to begin behavior modification training with your dog.
Visit the Behavior Buzzzzzz podcast with Dr Amy Pike and Dr Amy Learn to “bee” informed about all things behavior-related.