Texas Veterinary Behavior Services

05/01/2026

Texas tops nation in heartworm cases as parasite also detected in unexpected regions.

Be sure your pets are on heartworm prevention regularly!

https://www.avma.org/news/texas-tops-nation-heartworm-cases-parasite-also-detected-unexpected-regions?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=News%20Bulletin%2005.01.26&utm_id=10684361&dlv-emuid=7399acf2-8bd1-4d5d-ba66-7b871bd1d28d&dlv-mlid=10684361

04/30/2026

I came across this site today and think this is an awesome find for cat owners!

Indoor/outdoor obstacle course designed for training and bonding with your cat. Boost your cat’s energy, focus, and fun with the Catgility™ Agility Kit.

04/24/2026

Here is Scarlett's first session with a new stationary target. Stationary targets are a great way to "anchor" an animal while you groom them, take a blood sample, or preform a variety of other interactions.

04/24/2026

Want to learn more about how we choose previsit medications to reduce stress in dogs and cats during veterinary visits? Sign up for our new webinar: https://txvetbehavior.learnworlds.com/

04/16/2026

I got Papillon kisses today!

04/12/2026

It's finally here! Our TVBS educational webinar program. These lectures will be variously targeted toward veterinary staff, pet owners, and behavior consultants. (CEUs available)

Click here for more info or to register: https://txvetbehavior.learnworlds.com/

04/07/2026

Bennie appreciates low stress handling and blood draws!

03/24/2026

Look at this handsome boy! Muffin is an active and easily frustrated cat. While he has an extremely dedicated owner, it can be hard to provide enough environmental enrichment to satisfy some indoor cat's needs and this can lead to behavior problems, including aggession.

03/04/2026

Hot off the press! New article on the gut microbiome and behavior connection.

01/19/2026

Sealy School: Many years ago when I started in dog training, deprivation was common. We took away our dogs' toys and kept them only for training. Many people often crated their dogs for prolonged periods was so the only "fun" the dog had was the work you were going to ask it to do.

Today, we are better and more educated trainers. We understand that not only is derivation unnecessary, it is often detrimental the dog's performance and overall welbbeing.

Sealy LOVES squeaker toys. She doesn't always like giving them up. But understanding her preferences means I know she prioritizes the actual tug game over just having the toy, so I can use this to my advantage. So I am developing her concept of keeping the toy but still working while she has it. Obviously her reinforcement then is my interaction with her and the toy.

I have previously mentioned that video is a great way to improve your training. Can you identify the "major" error on my part with regard to my reinforcement?