
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.
Behavior modification basics you can use at home
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Jeff Nichol. Here, he shares a couple ways for you to begin behavior modification training with your dog.
When is it safe to leave my dog home alone if they have separation anxiety?
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Jeff Nichol. Here, he shares ways for you to calmly leave your dog at home and how to reward them upon your return.
Treatment options and enrichment toys for dogs with separation anxiety
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Jeff Nichol. Here, he discusses the features and benefits of Reconcile®️️️ (fluoxetine hydrochloride), which is used to treat separation anxiety in combination with a...
A brief history of separation anxiety
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Jeff Nichol. Here, he discusses the history of separation anxiety, prevalence and why it’s important not to give up on your canine companion if you see signs of...
Overbonding or Separation Anxiety
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Jeff Nichol. Here, he reviews key differences between over bonding and separation anxiety.
Separation Anxiety Clues
This short video was pulled from a Facebook LIVE recording provided by Dr. Nichol. Here, he highlights some behaviors to look for, should you suspect your canine companion is suffering from separation anxiety.
How to Identify Separation Anxiety Stress Signals in Your Dog
In this video, Kayla offers insight into various stress signals dogs give us that they may be suffering from separation anxiety.
How to Prepare Your Anxious Pet for a Veterinary Visit
Learn how to ease the stress of an anxious dog for a veterinary visit
Daily Mental Enrichment
Some mental enrichment exercises and tips for dogs from an expert team
Benefits of the Toppl® Chew Toy for Anxious Pets
Learn more about why enrichment toys are beneficial to pets; not just when you are away.