Dr. Nichol’s Podcast – Greeting Pee
Dr. Jeff Nichol, DVM, IAABC Veterinary Behaviorist
Jack was a 2 year old female dog, a Heinz 57. This kid was as sweet as they come, adapting pretty well to her second family except for one really annoying problem. When her folks walked in the door she displayed her feelings by rolling onto her side, raising one rear leg, and draining her bladder. It happened because a dreaded involuntary stab of panic that triggered her neurologic system to go into free-fall.
It’s easy to make the wrong move. No one intentionally tries to worsen their dog’s behavior but applying the wrong treatment usually results in bigger problems. Jack could only improve if she was set-up for success by people who modeled canine leadership.
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About the author
Dr. Jeff Nichol, DVM, IAABC is a residency trained veterinary behaviorist whose practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of behavior disorders of dogs and cats. With extensive experience in general practice and behavior medicine, he works with pet parents to tailor practical, individualized treatment plans to improve the well-being of pets and their people.
Dr. Nichol regularly writes about the treatment of behavior problems, including anxiety, aggression, fear, separation, house soiling, and other common concerns in companion pets.
