"An information-packed guide to managing and modifying cat and dog behaviors sensitively and effectively" - Kirkus Reviews BEHAVIOR MATTERS FOR CATS AND DOGS is the essential, comprehensive resource for pet guardians and industry experts. A deeper dive into the science of animal behavior modification, feline and canine behavioral needs, optimizing environments and more! Winner of The Dog Writers of America's "Best Behavior Book 2024" and the Dogwise "Best Book of 2024." Concerns with behavior are among the top reasons pet guardians list for consulting professionals and for pet surrender: Separation Anxiety - Unacceptable Elimination - Reactivity - Aggression - Multi-Cat Integration - Cat/Dog Integration - Resource Guarding - Socialization - Training - Enrichment - More BEHAVIOR MATTERS FOR CATS AND DOGS draws from research and practice to offer insightful guidance and astute approaches to feline and canine friendly interventions to help modify behavior and training guidelines. Formatted for chapters to stand alone on individual behavior topics and including engaging and needed sections on natural history, sociality, body language, and communication for cats and dogs. This book belongs on every pet lovers' must read list. Frania Shelley-Grielen is an applied animal behaviorist, author, and educator who holds a Masters Degree in Animal Behavior and a Masters Degree in Urban Planning. Frania is a licensed Pet Care Technician Instructor for vocational schools, a certified Doggone Safe Bite Safety Educator, and a member of the International Society for Applied Ethology and the Pet Professional Guild (the only force free trade organization). Don't just bring them home - keep them there!! Get your copy now: Advance Praise for BEHAVIOR MATTERS FOR CATS AND DOGS: "Want to introduce a new kitten to your older cat? Trying to stop your dog from barking incessantly? Wondering whether classical music can soothe cats? Hoping to quell your dog's fear of the walker? Combining science with anecdotes, this book offers comprehensive advice from an expert to help make life with your furry companion rewarding for both of you." - Jonathan Balcombe, author of Super Fly , and What a Fish Knows "This fabulous book is packed full of fascinating and useful insights into the inner worlds of the two most popular furry four-legged members of a large percentage of families globally. Giving practical tips and ideas in a friendly, non-judgemental, conversational manner this book is joyful to read. If you would like to learn more about what makes your pet tick and how, along with practical solutions around some common topics and some of the less covered topics in literature, then this is the book for you. Equally if you are a professional you will gain much from reading this book benefiting from a plethora of tips, as well as the experience and learning history of this highly knowledgeable Author." - Clare NL Grierson, Animal Trainer and Behaviour Advisor and Founder of Muddy Mutleys, London, UK "I really enjoyed reading this new and very comprehensive book covering most of what we could possibly need to know for keeping cats and dogs, and trying to ensure that they have an excellent quality of life, filled with positive experiences with their guardians. It's great that the book is based on current science and evidence, and contains information on everything from domestication to practical tips on dealing with issues that might arise (e.g. introducing a new kitten to an older cat). There is a lot of ongoing research on behaviour, health, and welfare with cats and dogs, and this book provides up-to-date insights on many current topics of concern. I have to admit that I did not know the meaning of "pica" for cats until reading about it in this book (an atypical desire for eating substances not normally eaten). I am not very experienced with caring for cats, but having brought a new rescue dog ("Simba") into our family over the past year, I delved straight into sections such as the ones on dealing with separation anxiety and resource guarding. I have a keen interest in bioacoustics and animal communication in general, and it was also really interesting to see a section on "what is your dog trying to say." Finally, I was pleased to read the section dealing with shock collars for dogs, and I wholeheartedly agree that they are at odds with an empathetic approach to building a positive relationship with dogs and should never be used. Much of my own research is with livestock such as goats and cattle, and I wish a similar approach of banning the use of shock collars could be taken. Overall, I believe that we should always try our very best to find ways to work with and understand our animals in positive ways, whether they are cats, dogs, or livestock, as they are all similarly sentient." - Dr. Alan McElligott, Centre for Animal Health and Welfare, Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences, City University of