If not treated, nearly 100% of all puppies and dogs infected with canine parvovirus (CPV) will die. MPA Board Member Michelle Spranger spoke with Dr. Courtney White from Humane Society of Huron Valley to learn how to treat this deadly disease, including the new game-changing Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody by Elanco.
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What is Parvo?
Parvo is a highly contagious and deadly disease, but 20% of dog owners aren’t even aware of it, according to a survey done by Elanco. MPA Board Member Michelle Spranger spoke with Dr. Courtney White from Humane Society of Huron Valley to learn more about this deadly disease and how to prevent it.
Parvo Tips for Animal Shelters
Dr. Courtney White from Humane Society of Huron Valley shares tips for animal shelters on how to manage and treat parvo, including the new Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody from Elanco.
Ditch the Bowl
Eating out of a bowl is sooo boring! Ditch the bowl to entertain, engage and enrich your dog at mealtime.
How to Imprint an Odor on Your Dog
If you and your dog have mastered indication, level up your dog’s scentwork skills by imprinting an odor. Special thanks to Laurie Horn from Sniffing Out Solutions and author of “Scent 4 Shelter Dogs” for helping us produce this video. Happy sniffing!
How to Teach Your Dog Coin Indication
Is your dog a Scent Scout? Scent Scouts have a real interest and aptitude for searching. They like to use their nose and are ready for more than just search games and puzzles. In this video, you will learn how to play Coin Indication with your dog. Special thanks to Laurie Horn from Sniffing Out Solutions and author of “Scent 4 Shelter Dogs” for helping us produce this video. Happy sniffing!
How to Prevent Dog Bites: Understanding Dog Body Language
“Any dog with a mouth can bite. Learning to read a dog’s body language can help you understand how they are feeling and what they are thinking, which can also help you prevent a dog bite.
How to Make a Snuffle Mat
A snuffle mat is a fun and engaging enrichment activity for your dog, cat, ferret, rabbit … any pet with a nose! Let your dog play for just a few minutes a day to tire them out. This is especially a great activity for the winter or a rainy day! Special thanks to Laurie Horn from Sniffing Out Solutions and author of “Scent 4 Shelter Dogs” for helping us produce this video.
Train Your Dog to Stop Jumping on Guests
Does your dog jump up on your guests and visitors? This is a very common struggle. A two-part approach will help your chronic jumper (Warning – there is some brief barking in the video at 5:25).
Help! This Dog is Driving Me Crazy: 4 Weeks to a Happier Life
Playing games can help dogs ignore distractions, stay calm, improve overall behavior, and strengthen the bond with their owner or handler. In this interactive four-part series, each week our certified trainers will teach you easy games to play with your dog and give you challenges to build your dog’s skills! You will be invited to join a private Facebook group page to engage with the trainers and other participants to share success stories and get feedback on your progress.
Advancing Your Dog’s Skills, Take Training to the Next Level
Do you want to take your dog’s skills to the next level? You might feel like your dog has plateaued and you just can’t move them forward. Or you don’t know how to move them on. In order for your dog to have skills that work in real-life, we need to advance them along. In this video, Kelly gives tips to help you get that success when things get harder.
Calmness in the Crate: Dog & Puppy Training Tips: Part 2
Is your dog getting pretty good at settling down in the crate, but still could be better! Here are some top tips to get really good crate calmness.
Dog Recycling Restaurant: An Easy Enrichment Activity with Your Dog
Collect some of your cardboard recycling; this is a great use for all those Amazon boxes! Make sure you choose recycling items that are safe for your pet. Sprinkle some of your pet’s daily food allowance into the cardboard stack up that you have created and enjoy watching them forage for it.
Calmness in the Crate: Dog & Puppy Training Tips, Part 1
Does your dog bark or whine non-stop when in their crate? Are they going crazy in the crate when you arrive home or when you are in another room? It can be very difficult to use a crate if your pup just won’t settle down in there. The good news is you can train your pup to be calm in their crate!
My Dog Knows This … He Just Isn’t Doing It!
“My dog knows this … he just isn’t doing it!” Have you ever said this before? I think we all have. When we’ve witnessed our dog perform a command many times, it can be tempting to think that they “know” the cue and they are ignoring us when they suddenly won’t do it. It is… Continue reading My Dog Knows This … He Just Isn’t Doing It!
Scent 4 Shelter Dogs
Celebrate Pet Owners Day with an introduction to scentwork. Whether you are a small rural shelter, a foster-based rescue, or a large open-admission municipal shelter, you can easily establish a scent enrichment program that will transform the lives of the dogs in your care. Nosework can help reduce anxiety, calm overstimulated dogs, burn energy in hyperactive dogs, and build confidence in shy and fearful dogs. And it’s not just for dogs … all companion animals can benefit from scentwork. Small budget, large budget, no budget? You can do this!
Premium Videos – Giving Dogs Choices
Helping dogs make the right choice, rather than directing them all the time, is powerful! Giving dogs the ability to make choices will open up their world both emotionally and for greater training.
How to Make a Snuffle Ball
Add enrichment to your pet’s routine. Learn how to make a snuffle ball. It’s a fun group project for any age.
How to Make a Braided Tug Toy, Part 2
Part 2 of 2: DIY enrichment. How to make a braided tug toy.
How to Make a Braided Tug Toy, Part 1
Part 1 of 2: DIY enrichment. How to make a braided tug toy