Robin's Pet Tips
Following is an index to Robin's Pet Tips, which cover dog behavior, health, and training tips for PAW adopters, volunteers and the general public. We are not able to provide personalized advice, since that requires consultation with a veterinarian or behavior specialist. But here you'll find general guidance and links to further information on dozens of topics. NOTE: These articles may NOT be reproduced in any form or circulated without author permission on a case by case basis. Contact tierneydog@yahoo.com.

Travel with Pets - Packing, Preparation and Other Trip Tips	March 22, 2010
Travel Tips - Hotels, Motels and Lodging with Pets	March 22, 2010
Animal Abuse in Our Communities	February 28, 2010
Arthritis Care for Canines	April 19, 2009
Teaching Beats Jerking	April 17, 2009
Teaching Your Dog to WAIT	April 16, 2009
Shaping Good Behavior Step by Step	April 15, 2009
Resource Guarding: Dealing with Possessive Dogs	March 31, 2009
Attention	March 17, 2009
Feeding, Dieting and Nutrition Tips	November 8, 2008
Fleas, Ticks, Mosquitoes - Prevention and Treatment	October 15, 2008
Toxins at Home: Beware of Couch	October 1, 2008
Helpful Books for Pet People	April 27, 2008
Dangers to Dogs - Outdoors and Indoors	April 9, 2008
Gardening for Dog People	April 9, 2008
Canine in Pain	February 6, 2008
Constructive Ways to Deal with Destructive Behavior	October 30, 2007
Stop Jumping	September 11, 2007
Profits Politics Animal Cruelty	August 27, 2007
Veterinary Behaviorist Tips	July 22, 2007
Medical Behavior Interplay	July 22, 2007
Alternative Medicine	July 22, 2007
Rehabilitation	July 22, 2007
Homemade Food	July 22, 2007
AVMA 2007	July 20, 2007
Living with Kids and Dogs	May 20, 2007
Fetch, Get, Find...	May 19, 2007
First Aid Kits and Emergency Treatments - Prepare Now!	March 30, 2007
DogTip_Emotions in Canines and Humans	March 3, 2007
Rescue Guidelines	February 5, 2007
Aggression, Growling, Lunging at Dogs and People Outdoors	December 18, 2006
Jogging and Other Aerobic Exercise with Your Dog	December 18, 2006
Fearful Dogs	December 15, 2006
Vegetarian Diets for Dogs	November 10, 2006
Taking Action	September 22, 2006
Aggression Assessment and Temperament Testing	August 28, 2006
When Encountering Wild Animals - Determining When To Help	May 16, 2006
Remedies for Insect Stings and Bites, Hot Spots and other Skin Conditions	June 22, 2006
Warm Weather Safety and Health Guide	May 13 2006
Responsible vs. Irresponsible Breeders	October 26, 2005
Preparing for Life-With-Baby	October 12, 2005
Emergency Planning	September 18, 2005
Petsitters and Boarding Kennels	September 1, 2005
More Warm Weather and Outdoor Safety Pet Tips	July 17, 2005
Lawn Chemicals and Nontoxic Alternatives	June 6, 2005
Acupuncture for Companion Animals	May 3, 2005
Flower Essences and Essential Oils That Can Help Your Companion Animals	May 3, 2005
Healing Touch Therapies as Health and Behavior Aids	May 3, 2005
Vaccinations and Vaccinosis: The Vaccine Controversy	May 3, 2005
Holistic Health Tips	April 26, 2005
Household Hazards, Poisons and Safety	April 5, 2005
Using Crates to Help Train Your Canine Family Members	February 26, 2005
Teaching Hide and Seek	January 19, 2005
Cold Weather Protection for Pets	January 5, 2005
Holiday Pet Safety Checklist	December 11, 2004
Collars	November 6, 2004
Vitamins	October 24, 2004
Fear Of Steps?	October 24, 2004
Allergic to Dogs?	September 1, 2004
Dog Toys	August 26, 2004
Educating And Training Dogs	July 28, 2004
Separation Anxiety	July 28, 2004
Stopping Dogs From Eating Poop	July 10, 2004
Socially Conscious Gifts	July 10, 2004
Taking Pets to Work	May 27, 2004
Warm Weather, Lawn Care and Outdoor Safety Guide	May 18, 2004
Drowning -- How to Save a Drowning Dog	May 18, 2004
Digging	May 18, 2004
Avoiding and Preventing Dog Bites	May 15, 2004
Shy Dogs	May 1, 2004
Adult Dog Socialization	May 1, 2004
Puppy Socialization	May 1, 2004
Housetraining	March 10, 2004
Will Planning and Pet Trusts	February 29, 2004
Temperament Testing	February 29, 2004
Backyard Dogs	February 29, 2004
Choosing and Erecting a Secure Fence	February 18, 2004
Choosing a Mixed Breed	February 18, 2004
Fence Jumping Solutions	February 18, 2004
Neutering and Spaying	January 24, 2004
Cleaning	December 25, 2003
Pets As Gifts?	December 5, 2003
Adding a Dog to Your Family: How to Prepare for Success	December 5, 2003
Choosing the Right Pet	December 5, 2003
Responsible vs. Irresponsible Breeders	December 5, 2003
Pet Shop Pups	December 5, 2003
Holiday Stress Reducers	November 8, 2003
Food Warnings and Kitchen Safety	November 8, 2003
Marking: Understanding and Stopping It	October 28, 2003
Housebreaking: Why Dogs "Mark" and What To Do	October 28, 2003
Humane Education and the Animal-Human Cruelty Connection	October 26, 2003
Helping Abused Animals and Stopping Cruelty	October 26, 2003
Helping Chained Dogs	October 26, 2003
Teach Your Dog to "Ring" You	October 11, 2003
Shelter Dog Adoption Tips	October 4, 2003
Neighborhood Watch for Pet Safety	September 27, 2003
Teaching Dogs Not to Run Out the Door	September 8, 2003
Speaking Up for Homeless Animals	September 1, 2003
Bathing and Shampooing Your Dog	August 23, 2003
Pets in Hot Cars	August 16, 2003
Fear of Thunder and Lightning	August 9, 2003
Car Safety and Travel with Pets	August 3, 2003
Summer Health and Safety Guide	July 5, 2003
Decks and Balconies - Avoiding Hazards from Falling to Arsenic Poisoning	May 30, 2003
Yard and Lawn Safety	June 18, 2003
Hiking, Camping and Swimming with Dogs	May 18, 2003
How to Prevent Escapes...and What To Do If Your Dog Gets Away	May 4, 2003
Aggression Between Dogs in the Same Household	April 27, 2003
Fights Between Dogs -- How to Avoid and Stop Them	April 20, 2003
Bite Inhibition -- an Essential Part of Socialization	April 13, 2003
How to Find a Lost Pet	April 4, 2003
Helping the Pets of Military Personnel and Others in Need of Support	March 16, 2003
Tips for Military Pet Owners Being Deployed	March 10, 2003
Encouraging Dogs to Eat at Mealtime	March 2, 2003
Potty On Command	February 10, 2003
Helping Abused Animals in Your Neighborhood	February 3, 2003
Child-proofing a Dog	January 24, 2003
Safe Kids/Safe Dogs: Safer Play	January 15, 2003
Safe Kids/Safe Dogs	January 7, 2003
Helping Dogs Cope with Visitors to Your Home	December 30, 2002
12 EASY Ways to Help Animals!	December 20, 2002
If Your Dog Eats Chocolate	December 6, 2002
Using Natural Behaviors to Teach Dogs to Come	November 26, 2002
Reducing Separation Anxiety	November 19, 2002
Toilet Water Drinking - How to Prevent It	November 12, 2002
Safer Stairways	November 7, 2002
Recent Tips from Readers	October 29, 2002
Halloween Safety Tips for Pet Owners Updated! (5/10/2003)	October 23, 2002
West Nile Virus, Mosquito Control, and Nicotine	October 9, 2002
Nail Trimming	October 2, 2002
Raising Sociable Pups	September 25, 2002
Foods that Dogs and Humans Can Share	September 18, 2002
Living with Dogs Who Are Deaf	September 11, 2002
Solving Behavior Problems	September 5, 2002
Aggression to People Passing By	August 22, 2002
Reverse Sneezing	August 15, 2002
Bubble Wrap as a Deterrent	August 8, 2002
Teaching the Command "No"	August 1, 2002
Removing Items from a Dog's Mouth	July 24, 2002
Senior Dogs	July 18, 2002
Chewing Solutions	July 11, 2002
Holiday Fireworks - Helping Your Pet Cope	July 2, 2002
Pet Food	June 14, 2002
Match Training Styles to Temperament	June 10, 2002
Renting with Dogs	May 20, 2002
Traits and Training Matter More Than Size	May 13, 2002
Helping a Dog Learn How to "Come" When Called	May 6, 2002
Pet Ownership Involves Commitment	Apr. 29, 2002
Training Makes a Difference	Apr. 15, 2002
Barking Solutions	Apr. 1, 2002
Dealing with Hyper Behavior	Mar. 25, 2002
Giving Medications	Mar. 18, 2002
Home Style for Pet Owners	Mar. 11, 2002
Pet Theft	Mar. 4, 2002
Moving Preparations for Dog Owners	Feb. 25, 2002
Preparing for Personal Emergencies	Feb. 18, 2002
Introducing a New Dog to a Resident Cat	Feb. 11, 2002
Introducing a New Dog to a Resident Dog	Jan. 31, 2002
Introducing a New Pet to Resident Pets	Jan. 28, 2002
Jumping, Mouthing, and Snapping - Discouraging Problem Behaviors	Jan. 21, 2002
On-leash Aggression	Jan. 7, 2002
Trim Treat	Dec. 31, 2001
Barking Remedy	Dec. 17, 2001
Stopping a Dog from Lunging at Other Dogs	Dec. 10, 2001
Helping a Dog Overcome Fear	Dec. 3, 2001
Communicating with Your Dog	Nov. 26, 2001
Speaking Adopter to Adopter	Nov. 12, 2001
Teach Your Dog to Like Everyone	Oct. 22, 2001
Exercise Benefits	Oct. 15, 2001
Teaching Good Manners to Adopted Dogs	Oct. 8, 2001
Helping a Shelter Dog Adjust to a New Home	Oct. 1, 2001
Easy Steps to Better Behavior	Sep. 17, 2001
Begging	Sep. 10, 2001
Back To School Blues -- Avoiding Separation Anxiety	Sep. 4, 2001
Discouraging Nuisance Behaviors	Aug. 20, 2001
How to Be a Good Leader	July 30, 2001
The Value of Training Shelter Dogs	July 9, 2001
Fear of Fireworks and Other Noise	July 2, 2001
Free to a Good Home	June 4, 2001
Choosing a Rescue	May 28, 2001
Safety Alerts	May 21, 2001
Rental and Community Association Pet Problems & Solutions	May 7, 2001
Sudden Behavior Changes	April 30, 2001
Hot Spot Natural Remedy	April 23, 2001
Becoming Leader of the Pack	April 16, 2001
Key Training Principles	April 9, 2001
Safety Warnings	April 2, 2001
Train with Confidence	March 19, 2001
Exercise is Essential	March 5, 2001
Playing Indoors with Your Dog	February 26, 2001
Cleaning Products	February 5, 2001
Bloat - A Medical Emergency	January 8, 2001
Advice for Potential Pet Owners	January 1, 2001
Bread Dough and Fatty Foods	December 25, 2000
Unsociable Dogs - How to Help Them Deal with Visitors	December 11, 2000
Watch Me!	December 4, 2000
Roadside Rescuing	November 19, 2000 (updated August 27, 2001)
Diseases Carried by Ticks	November 12, 2000
Collar Safety	November 5, 2000

Dog Tips Archive

Breaking the Cycle of Abuse

Avoiding & Stopping Dog Fights

Bonding and Transitioning into the New Home

Stopping Escape Artists

Using a Leash Indoors During the Dog's Adjustment Period

Pool Rules

Not All Aggression Is the Same

Who's Alpha Around Here?

Breaking the Barking Cycle

Bedtime for Puppy

Views on Dog Behavior Improvers

How to Give CPR to a Pet

When Dogs Chase Cats

Chewing Solutions

Collar Types & Collar Safety

Collars and I.D. Tags

Dog Tattoos

Educating Your Dog

The "Enough" Command

Keeping Escape Artists Inside

Tips for Fear-Aggressive Dogs

Fear Aggression

Feeding & Nutrition Tips

The "F" Zone - Food Aggression

Greeting Guests with Success

Introducing Dogs to Each Other

Jumping Dogs

Who's Leading Who?

Becoming Leader of the Pack

Spay/Neuter Postage Stamp and License Plates Updated! (6/23/2003)

Loss of Limb: Wrinkles, the Three-Legged Dog

Microchip IDs

Multiple Dog Households

Nail Clipping

New Year's Celebrations & Pets

Nipping Nipping in the Bud

Pet Loss

Poisonous Substances

The Scoop on Poop

Curb Puppy Chewing!

Do's & Don'ts For Puppy Adopters and Caregivers

Three Tips for Reeling in Rebel Dogs

Finding Pet-Friendly Rentals

Avoiding and Coping with Separation Anxiety

Teaching Your Dog To Settle

Socialization Tips

Setting Boundaries for Your Dog

Timing Corrections

Easing the Transition to a New Home

Taking Dogs to Work