🐾 Core Veterinary Behavior Organizations
American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB)
Position statements and behavior guidelines
https://avsab.org/resources/position-statements/
International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
Behavior articles, case studies, and humane training methods
https://iaabc.org/resources
American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB)
Veterinary behavior book recommendations and expert guidance
https://www.dacvb.org
🐕 Humane Training & Behavior Resources
Fear Free Pets
Low-stress handling and anxiety-reduction techniques
https://fearfreepets.com
Karen Pryor Clicker Training / ClickerExpo
Science-based positive reinforcement training
https://karenpryoracademy.com
Victoria Stilwell Academy
Force-free training education
https://positively.com
🌎 International Welfare Guidance
RSPCA (UK)
Dog behavior, barking, and fear-based issues
https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/dogs/behaviour/barking
SPCA (Various Regions)
General behavior resources
(Links vary by region)
MSPCA-Angell
Behavior FAQ and barking guides
https://www.mspca.org/pet_resources/barking/
📚 Recommended Reading (Evidence-Based)
Decoding Your Dog
American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
(A science-based breakdown of why dogs bark, growl, fear-react, etc.)
The Other End of the Leash — Patricia McConnell
Classic behavior science written for everyday dog owners.
Don’t Shoot the Dog — Karen Pryor
Foundational work on reinforcement-based training.
Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs — Malena DeMartini
Gold-standard framework for anxiety-based barking.
Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT 2.0) — Grisha Stewart
Effective method for fear-based reactivity.
🧪 Scientific Studies & Peer-Reviewed Research
- Overall, K.L. Clinical Behavioral Medicine for Small Animals
- Blackwell, E. Fear responses in domestic dogs (various studies)
- Sherman & Mills, Noise sensitivities in dogs: correlations and effectiveness of treatments
- McGreevy et al., Breed differences in canine behavior
- Horwitz & Mills, BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioural Medicine
(Optional: I can expand each study into full citation format if you want.)
🔧 Training Approaches Referenced on This Site
- Counterconditioning (classical conditioning principles)
- Desensitization (gradual exposure training)
- Differential Reinforcement of Incompatible Behaviors (DRI)
- LAT / “Look At That” protocol
- Confidence-building enrichment routines
- Fear-Free / low-stress veterinary handling methods
- Management-first behavior support
📝 For Dog Owners Seeking Professional Help
If your dog is struggling with fear, reactivity, or severe barking:
- Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists (CAABs)
https://www.animalbehaviorsociety.org - Board-Certified Veterinary Behaviorists
(Search by state)
https://www.dacvb.org/ - IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultants (CDBC)
https://iaabc.org/consultants
These professionals specialize in humane, evidence-based treatment.