Videos

Bringing out the best in a cat or dog is a hands-on task. Seeing it in a video is often better than reading it. My goal with these videos is to make behavior management easier to understand and implement.

Cat Poop Solutions

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | April 15, 2024 | Comments Off on Cat Poop Solutions

Don’t try correcting this bad behavior; it’ll never work. Stressors, like too many other cats, outdoor creatures, and physical disorders, are often major factors. Litter pan hygiene is another big one. You can set that naughty kitty up to succeed.  

Crying for Mom

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | April 8, 2024 | Comments Off on Crying for Mom

Some puppies are highly-stressed in their new homes. Helping the little rascal adjust starts with caring and love. There’s a whole lot more you can do to set the kid up for a well-adjusted life.

Cat mischief – Instead of a life of crime, he can work to earn

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | April 1, 2024 | Comments Off on Cat mischief – Instead of a life of crime, he can work to earn

Do you have a cat who, despite your good example, insists on prying open cabinets and wreaking havoc on your stuff? Does she complain or pester you relentlessly at the worst times? I know the type.  

Leash training a puppy

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | March 25, 2024 | Comments Off on Leash training a puppy

Puppies can be out-of-control on leash walks. Some are panicked. Forget corrections and jerks.

Puppy Obedience Training DIY

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | March 18, 2024 | Comments Off on Puppy Obedience Training DIY

Dogs who are happy to follow instructions are a pleasure to have as your best friend. But a lot of them just aren’t clear on the concept. Spare the frustration.

Where is the Cat?

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | March 11, 2024 | Comments Off on Where is the Cat?

Do you see a fuzzy white cat? The correct answer, for this invisible kitty, is no. He’s hiding, not because he is afraid, although that can be a very good reason. This is my cat, Gaston. He’s being invisible because he is a cat. They need to hide and view the world without anyone being the wiser. Solitude is essential for them, at least some of the time. If your kitty spends most or all of its time indoors be sure to provide multiple hide boxes at various heights in different rooms. You will give the gift of choice. We…

Puppy crazy, jumpy, nippy mouthy

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | March 4, 2024 | Comments Off on Puppy crazy, jumpy, nippy mouthy

Have you thrown a can of pennies? How about yelling and jerking? A different home? You’re breakin’ my heart. It can be much easier and a lot more fun.

Don’t Let a Good Kitten Go Bad

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | February 26, 2024 | Comments Off on Don’t Let a Good Kitten Go Bad

House soiling, fighting, furniture damage – you don’t want it. A great cat’s life is not a random event. Good behavior starts with a healthy structure.

Dog Parks – the Good the Bad & the Ugly

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | February 19, 2024 | Comments Off on Dog Parks – the Good the Bad & the Ugly

Running and playing with other dogs is good exercise and fun for everybody – unless your dog or someone else’s reacts badly. Should puppies go too?

New Baby Dog

By Dr. Jeff Nichol | February 12, 2024 | Comments Off on New Baby Dog

The Nichol family is planning to add a puppy. I’ll share my preparations and training plan. Everybody can win.