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Book Recommendations
- Learning and Behavior – Paul Chance, Ph.D.
- Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know – Alexandra Horowitz PhD
- The Culture Clash – Jean Donaldson
- The Other End of the Leash – Patricia McConnell PhD
- Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training, Vol. 1: Adaptation and Learning by Steven R. Lindsay
- Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training, Vol. 2: Etiology and Assessment of Behavior Problems by Steven R. Lindsay
- Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training, Vol. 3: Procedures and Protocols by Steven R. Lindsay
- Low-Stress Handling, Restraint and Behavior Modification of Dogs and Cats – Dr. Sophia Yin, Animal Behaviorist
- How Dogs Learn – by Mary Burch, Ph.D. and Jon S. Bailey, PhD
- Dog Behaviour, Evolution, and Cognition (Oxford Biology) by Adam Miklosi
- The Behaviour of the Domestic Cat – Dr. John W.S. Bradshaw
- Clinical Behavioral Medicine for Small Animals – Dr. Karen Overall
- Cat vs Cat: keeping peace when you have more than one cat – Pam Johnson-Bennett
- Think Like a Cat: how to raise a well-adjusted cat – not a sourpuss – Pam Johnson-Bennett
- AAFP Behavior Guidelines for Indoor Cats – Dr. Illona Rodan, Dr. Karen Overall, et al.
- Nutrition
- Dog Food Logic: Making Smart Decisions for Your Dog in an Age of Too Many Choices – Linda P. Case M.S.
- Canine Nutrigenomics: The New Science of Feeding Your Dog for Optimum Health – W Jean Dodds
- Canine and Feline Nutrition: A Resource for Companion Animal Professionals 3rd Edition
- The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted And the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss, And Long-term Health – Dr. T. Colin Campbell
- Psychology & Meditation (recommended authors)
- Jack Kornfield
- Tara Brach
- Joseph Goldstein
- Sharon Salzberg
- Jon Kabat Zinn
- Tich Nacht Hahn
- Pema Chodron
Dog Training Tips
- How To Train A Dog And Puppy – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Foundation Training & Station Training- Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- My Dog Doesn’t Like Toys – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- How to Potty Train Your Dog – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Dog Aggression – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CDPT
- The Foible of Inclusivity in “Teaching” – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- 8 Reasons Why Dogs Are Not Pack Animals – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- The Science of Dog Training – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Dog Training and Family Participation – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Help, I’ve Poisoned My Dog’s Cue! – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Generalization in Dog Training – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- 8 Reasons Why I Don’t Allow My Dogs In The Kitchen – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Separation Anxiety in Dogs – Causes and Treatment – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- How to stop my puppy from biting? – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- What is Desensitization & Counterconditioning – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Stop Dog Barking – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Puppy Socialization – (AVSAB) American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
- Puppy Socialization – UC Davis
- 14 Things Your Dog Trainer Wishes You Knew – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Dogs & Yoga Health Benefits – Fun Paw Care
Education
- Things to Buy Before Getting a Puppy – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Morals and Ethics of Dog Breeding – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- How To Capture A Stray Dog? – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- How Many Dog Breeders Do We Really Need? – Marc Bekoff, Ph. D
- Eugenics & The Problems That Occur When Humans Play The Role Of God – The Science Of Dogs (video)
- Five Myths About Dogs, Alexandra Horowitz, PhD
- How Do Dogs “See” With Their Noses? Alexandra Horowitz, PhD
- NEVER Buy A Pet From A Pet Store or YOU Are The Problem (video)
- Pet Store Puppies Come From Puppy Mills – ASPCA
- NEVER Buy A Pet Online Or You Are The Problem (1) – ASPCA
- NEVER Buy A Pet Online Or You Are the Problem (2) – ASPCA
- Positives of Negatives & Negatives of Positives – Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Doggie Daycare Problems – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Doggie Daycare Problems – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Dog Park Etiquette – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- How to Find Pet-Friendly Apartments | Moving With A Pet Resume – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Puppy Vaccinations and Shots: Important Vaccination Schedule for Your Dog – PetMD
- Top 11 Reasons to Spay & Neuter Your Dog – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Ear Cropping, Tail Docking & Declawing Ethical? – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Why You Should NOT Declaw Cats – Narda Robinson, DO, DVM
- Dogs in Cars. Just 70 Degrees Outside, Even in Shade With Windows Open Could Kill Your Dog
Professional Affiliations
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
- Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC)
- Certification Council For Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA)
- Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, Living & Learning With Animals, The Science & Technology of Behavior Change ~ Susan G. Friedman, Ph. D. Department of Psychology, Utah State University
- Utah State University psychology department Dr. Susan Friedman Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Certificate of Recognition – Awarded to Russell Hartstein, by Mayor Philip Levine, the Commissioners and the City of Miami Beach
- Board Member of the Disability Access Committee (D.A.C.) appointed by two consecutive Mayors for 10 years
- Board Appointment Letter From City
- Board Appointment Letter From City
- Letter From Mayor Phil Levine
- Certified Fear Free Professional Trainer
- Fear Free Pets
- Wikipedia
- The Pet Professional Guild
- Association of Animal Behavior Professionals (AABP)
- Animal Behavior Society (ABS)
- American College of Veterinary Nutrition
- Doggone Safe
- American Kennel Club (AKC), S.T.A.R. Puppy Program Evaluator
- American Kennel Club (AKC), Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program Evaluator
- Pet Sitters International (PSI)
- The Better Business Bureau, A+ rating (BBB)
- Business Insurers of the Carolinas (BIC) (For your safety, trust, comfort, and peace of mind we are insured to the highest amount possible)
How To Choose A Dog Trainer Or Behaviorist
- Dog Trainer Certification & How To Choose a Dog Trainer – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Position Statement on Training Aids and Methods ASPCA
- How to Choose a Great Dog Trainer – American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior, AVSAB
- How to Choose the Best Dog Trainer & Behavior Specialist – American Veterinary Medical Association, AVMA
- How to Select a Dog Trainer – A guide for owners – American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, ACVB
- How to Select a Dog Trainer – A guide for veterinarians – American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, ACVB
- Identifying a Good Trainer – Journal of Veterinary Behavior
- Why Choose Positive Reinforcement Over “Traditional” Style Dog Trainers? – Prescott Breeden
- Pack of Lies – Mark Derr
- The Dog Whisperer Is No Longer Relevant – Canine Nation
- Did Cesar Millan Have to Hang the Husky? – Marc Bekoff, Ph.D
- Cesar Millan vs. Andrew Luescher, DVM, Veterinary Behaviorist Animal Behavior Clinic, Purdue University
- If You’re Aggressive, Your Dog Will Be Too, Says Veterinary Study – Science Daily
- Analyzing Dog Behavior and Puppy Behavior ` Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lore Haug
- How to Find the Right Trainer for Your Pup – Dr. Lisa Radosta
Alpha Dog & Dominance Theory
- Fun Paw Care does not teach Aversive Training methods or practice Dominance Theory
- Dominance Theory – (AVSAB) American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
- Aversive Training -(AVSAB) American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
- Benefits of Positive Reinforcement Vs. Punishment, Stanley Coren, Ph.D.
- Alpha Wolf No More! Dr. David Mech
- Tough Love: A Mediation on Dominance & Dogs – Tonya Sparks, DVM, MS
- Using ‘Dominance’ To Explain Dog Behavior Is Old Hat – Science Daily
- Down but not out: Supine postures as facilitators of play in domestic dogs – Elsevier
Choke Chains, Prong Collars & Shock Collars
- How To Use A Shock Collar, Choke Chain and/or Pronged Collar Correctly – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Why prong and choke collars should never be used on dogs – PPG
- Why shock collars should never be used on dogs – PPG
- Severe brain damage after punitive training technique with a choke chain collar in a German shepherd dog – Journal of Veterinary Behavior, Elsevier
- Why Prong Collars Hurt – Eileen Anderson
- Choke and Shock Collars: Obedience Training or Physical Punishment? – The San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – March 13, 2000
- Training Methods Of Military Dog Handlers And Their Effects On The Team’s Performances – ScienceDirect, Elsevier
- Obedience Training Effects On Search Dog Performance – Applied Animal Behaviour Science, Elsevier
- Effects of 2 training methods on stress-related behaviors of the dog (Canis familiaris) and on the dog owner relationship – Journal of Veterinary Behavior
- Training Dogs With Help Of The Shock Collar: Short And Long-Term Behavioural Effects – ScienceDirect, Elsevier
- The Welfare Consequences and Efficacy of Training Pet Dogs with Remote Electronic Training Collars in Comparison to Reward Based Training – Plos One
- Clinical Signs Caused By The Use Of Electric Training Collars On Dogs In Everyday Life Situations – Applied Animal Behaviour Science
- Survey Of The Use And Outcome Of Confrontational And Non-Confrontational Training Methods In Client-Owned Dogs Showing Undesired Behaviors – Applied Animal Behaviour Science
- Dog Training Methods: Their Use, Effectiveness And Interaction With Behaviour And Welfare – Universities Federation for Animal Welfare
- Behavioural, saliva cortisol and heart rate responses to different types of stimuli in dogs – Applied Animal Behavior Science, Elsevier
- Is Punishment an Effective Way to Change the Behavior of Dogs? Use of punishment during dog training leads to increased aggression. Stanley Coren, Ph.D.
- Human directed aggression in domestic dogs (Canis familiaris): Occurrence in different contexts and risk factors – Applied Animal Behaviour Science, Elsevier
- The relationship between training methods and the occurrence of behavior problems, as reported by owners, in a population of domestic dogs – Journal of Veterinary Behavior, Elsevier
- Training methods and owner-dog interactions: Links with dog behaviour and learning ability – Applied Animal Behaviour Science, Elsevier
- Electronic training devices: Discussion on the pros and cons of their use in dogs as a basis for the position statement of the European Society of Veterinary Clinical Ethology – Elsevier, Journal of Veterinary Behavior
- Barriers to the adoption of humane dog training methods – Elsevier, Journal of Veterinary Behavior
Pet Diet/Nutrition
- Why Do Dogs Eat Poop – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Raw Food Diets – American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) – Position Statement
- Raw Food Diets – WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee – Position Statement
- Get the Facts! Raw Pet Food Diets can be Dangerous to You and Your Pet – The FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine
- Dog Owners Are Wrong About the Health Benefits of Raw Diets – Stanley Coren
- Dogs Are Omnivores – NCBI- PubMed
- Want Your Dog to Live to 30? Add This to Their Bowl
- Homemade Pet Food
- Make Your Own Pet Food
- Dog Food Advisor – Mike Sagman
- Dangerous Dog Foods – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants – ASPCA
- Throw Away Your Dog’s Food Bowl – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Important Pet Food Labels – Tufts University
- Large Breed Puppy – Tufts University
- Diet Shaped Dog Domestication
- Cats Are Different: How a Cat’s Nutritional Needs are Different from a Dog’s – T. J. Dunn, Jr. DVM
- Raw Bones or Cooked Bones … Are Either Safe for Dogs? – T. J. Dunn, Jr. DVM
Service Dogs, Emotional Support Animals (ESA), & Therapy Dogs
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (H.U.D.)
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (H.U.D.) Title VIII Fair Housing Complaint Process
- H.U.D. Code of Federal Regulations – Reasonable accommodation
- H.U.D. Assistance Animals New Guidance
- Right to Emotional Support Animals in “No Pet” Housing
- How To Fly With Your Service Dog. U.S. Department of Transportation Service Animal Air Transportation Form
- Tips For Traveling With A Service Animal U.S. DOT
- FAQs on Emotional Support Animals – Michigan State University – Animal Legal and Historical Center College of Law
- Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST – Supported by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.)
- Frequently Asked Questions about Service Animals and the ADA
- Definition of Disability by the ADA
- U.S. Department of Transportation Service Animal Air Transportation Form – December 10, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation
- United States Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Americans with Disabilities Act
- Filing a Complaint – Disability and Discrimination Complaints
- Toll-Free Hotline For Air Travelers With Disabilities
- Complaints Alleging Discriminatory Treatment Against Disabled Travelers Under The Air Carrier Access Act and 14 CFR Part 382
- Fun Paw Care strongly suggests printing out a few copies of these to take with you when you are with your service dog. COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICE ANIMALS IN PLACES OF BUSINESS
- How Do I Make My Dog A Service Dog – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Abuse of The Service Dog Title – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Pit Bull Service Dog – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Public Access Standards – IAADP
- Emotional Support Animals In The Workplace
- Emotional Support Animals In The Workplace (2)
Breed-Specific Legislation & Breed Discrimination Legislation (BSL/BDL)
- Comparison of Visual and DNA Breed Identification of Dogs and Inter-Observer Reliability – American Journal of Sociological Research
- Comparison of Visual and DNA Breed Identification of Dogs and Inter-Observer Reliability – V.L. Voithi, R. Trevejoii, S. Dowling-Guyeriii, C. Chadiki, A. Marderiii, V. Johnsoni, K. Irizarryi, J. Marilo
- Obama Administration Opposes Breed Specific Legislation
- Breed-specific legislation: a look at the evidence – Prescott Breeden
- National Canine Research Council
- Canine Aggression: Dog Bites to People – John C. Wright, P.h D
- Animal Farm Foundation, Inc.
- Breed-Specific Legislation – (position statement) ASPCA
- DNA and Survey Results: What Kind of Dog is That? – University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine
- Pit Bull Service Dog – Russell Hartstein, CDBC, CPDT
- Genetic Basis – Why Dogs That Look Alike do Not Necessarily Act Alike. – Dr. Kristopher Irizarry (video)
- “Pit Bull” is not a breed – NCRC
- Position Statement on Breed-Specific Legislation – AVSAB
- Human directed aggression in domestic dogs (Canis familiaris): Occurrence in different contexts and risk factors – Applied Animal Behaviour Science, Elsevier
Laws
- Los Angeles Pet Laws
- Los Angeles Pet Laws (Easier to search ordinance)
- UPDATED Los Angeles Legal Number of Dogs/Cats (4/5)
- International Travel With Your Pet Leaving the United States, Documents – USDA United States Department of Agriculture
- **ALL INTERNATIONAL HEALTH CERTIFICATES MUST BE APPROVED BY THE USDA NO MORE THAN 10 DAYS PRIOR TO TRAVEL**
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): - **The CDC requires up-to-date rabies vaccination for any dog entering the United States. This is typically checked by customs in the airport**
(350) 526 – 2910 - Traveling with pets – Los Angeles International Airports, LAX
Advocacy/Veganism
- Millions of dogs and cats get euthanized every year in the United States alone! Please Spay, Neuter, Adopt, Foster, and Protect animals. Fun Paw Care does not support puppy mills, click here and here, to learn why.
- Iditarod Dog Sledding Is Cruel – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Adopt a pet
- Adopt a pet
- It’s Time to Re-Evaluate Our Relationship with Animals: Lesli Bisgould at TEDxUofT
- Is Horse Riding Cruel? Is It Vegan?
- Horse Riding Cruelty: Effects of the Bit
- I Love My Pets, But Still Eat Meat. What’s Wrong with That? – Robert Grillo
- Animal Minds and the Foible of Human Exceptionalism – Marc Bekoff, Ph.D
- Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows – Melanie Joy, Ph.D
- Beyond Carnism and Toward Rational, Authentic Food Choices | Melanie Joy | TEDxMünchen
- 101 Reasons to Go Vegan – The Animal Rights Foundation of Florida (ARFF)
- Damien Mander’s Journey from Sniper to Animal Rights Activist – TED X
- Philip Wollen, Australian Philanthropist, Former VP of Citibank, Makes Blazing Animal Rights Speech
- A Closer Look at What So-Called Humane Farming Means – Ashley Capps
- The Food We Were Born To Eat – TEDx Fremont – John McDougall MD
- 9 Reasons Your Canine Teeth Don’t Make You a Meat-Eater – Ashley Capps
- Why Become A Vegan? Gary Francione
- Catching Up With Science: Burying the “Humans Need Meat” Argument – Ashley Capps
- The Safest Source of B12 – Michael Greger M.D.
- B12: A Magic Pill, or Veganism’s Achilles Heel?
- Vegan Diets: Sorting Through the Myths – Virginia Messina, MPH, RD
- A Vegan Doctor Addresses The Protein Question – Holly Wilson, MD
- The Human Herbivore and the Solution to Diabetes – Dr. Neal Barnard
- Vegan Nutrition: What Does the Science Say? – Jack Norris, RD
- Why Vegan? Lessons From An Animal Scientist – Jonathan Balcombe, Ph.D
- Why Fish Can No Longer Escape Our Conscience – James McWilliams
- Two Arguments For Eating Animals: It’s Natural and Animals Do It Too – Sherry Colb J.D.
- The Spiked Nose Ring: A Symbol for All Dairy Cruelty – Ashley Capps
- The Natural Effect – The False Advertising Industry
- Hunter Gathers or Starchivores (Part 1): John A. McDougall, M.D. & Nathaniel Dominy PhD.
- Hunter Gathers or Starchivores (Part 2): John A. McDougall, M.D. & Nathaniel Dominy PhD.
- Milk Myths – Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary
- What Is the Value Of A Life? A Dairy Calf Story – Jennifer & Nathan Winograd
- Veganism for Beginners – A Guide to Eating a Plant-Based Diet – Leo Babauta
- A Vegan Doctor Addresses Soy Myths and Misinformation – Holly Wilson, MD
- Finally, the Truth About Soy – Leo Babauta
- Empathy Does Not Discriminate – Beth Levine
- Pet Ownership: Right or Privilege? – Russell Hartstein CDBC, CPDT
- Environmental impact of eating meat Part 1 – Cowspiracy
- Environmental impact of eating meat Part 2 – Cowspiracy
- Concerned About the Climate? OK. But What Are You Eating? John Bussineu
- Eating Meat and the Effect on the Environment – Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary
- The Carbon Foodprint of 5 Diets Compared ~ Lindsay Wilson
- Dietary greenhouse gas emissions of meat-eaters, fish-eaters, vegetarians and vegans in the UK
- We Can No Longer Ignore the Scientific Consensus on Diet And Climate
- MITIGATING CLIMATE CHANGE IN AGRICULTURE
- FAO Livestock emissions – 2013
- Livestock’s Long Shadow – FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization) – 2006
- Avoiding meat and dairy is the ‘single biggest way’ to reduce your impact on Earth – The Guardian
- Ask Your Doctor About Meat
- If you want to fight climate change, go vegan- Dr. Gregor Nutritio Facts
- The Perils of a Dog Park Are Not Always Visible – Mark Derr
- Dogs Absorb Lawn Chemicals – NCBI
- Dog Poop and the Environment: Art and Power
- Study: ‘Teach Children That It Is Dangerous to Eat Dirt or Soil’
- Source Water Protection Practices Bulletin Managing Pet and Wildlife Waste to Prevent Contamination of Drinking Water – EPA
- PETS AND THEIR POOP – National Resources Defense Council
- How to dispose of dog poop and environmental studies
Collaborations
Emergency Information
ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center
1-888-426-4435
If your pet ingests something you suspect is poisonous, you can call this 24-hour service and pay a $65 fee for a consultation with a veterinarian.
Emergency Disaster Hotline
1-800-227-4645
Sponsored by the American Humane Association, this number is the first place to call in the event of an earthquake, hurricane or other disasters. They will provide information on what to do and where to go, and provide support and relief information.
Spay Helpline
1-800-248 -SPAY (7729)
SPAY USA provides free or low-cost spay and neuter services and referrals to local services.
AKC Companion Animal Recovery
1-800-252-7894
The American Kennel Club provides resources for lost dogs that are part of their registry.
Animal and Pet Travel Resources – Airplanes/Airline Regulation
1-800-545-USDA (8732)
Before traveling by flight with your pet, call this number with all your questions about transporting your pet.
Other Useful Information
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