training & Behavior

Proper Etiquette at the Dog Park
Lafayette is getting a new dog park! Dog lovers in Lafayette, Youngsville, and Broussard have an exciting new option to exercise and socialize their canine buddies at Beaullieu Park on Bluebird Drive. Lafayette will officially open the brand new...

Dog Behavior Problems – Aggression – Children
What is the impact of canine aggression toward a child?Dogs are a wonderful part of many children’s lives. However, fearful or aggressive dogs pose an enormous risk to a child’s safety. Childrencan behave erratically, move in unpredictable ways and make a...

Cat Behavior Problems – Marking and Spraying Behavior
What is spraying? Spraying is the deposition of small amounts of urine on vertical surfaces. In most cases, the spraying cat will back into the area, the tail may quiver, and with little or no crouching, will urinate. Although much less common, some cats...

Aggression in Dogs – Territorial
Territorial or protective aggression may be exhibited toward people or other animals that approach the pet's property. Generally, people and other animals that are unusual, less familiar to the dog, or most unlike the members of the household are the most...

Barking In Dogs
Barking is one of the most common complaints of dog owners and their neighbors! But, for dogs, barking is natural. It can serve as a territorial warning signal to other dogs and pack members. Dogs may vocalize when separated from their pack or family members. Why do...