Win a Free Shampoo and Conditioner Set In honor of National Puppy Day, Animal Behavior College has partnered with PetAg to provide three lucky winners a free shampoo and conditioner set from Fresh 'n Clean. Here's how you can enter the contest. In honor of National Puppy Day, Animal Behavior College has partnered with PetAg to provide three lucky winners a free shampoo … [Read more...]
Congratulations to the Fall/Winter Class of 2017
ABC Celebrates In-Classroom Dog Trainer Program Graduates Animal Behavior College held its 9th commencement ceremony for our In-Classroom Dog Trainer Program graduates on Friday, February 23, 2018. These graduates have spent the last 5 months mastering positive dog training techniques and applying their knowledge at Best Friends Animal Shelter. "I admire these graduates … [Read more...]
It Pays to Be a Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Assistant Salary It might seem challenging to find a job that is rewarding and pays well. However, if you’re an animal lover, you can get the best of both worlds by becoming a certified veterinary assistant. Veterinary assistants play a significant role in veterinary hospitals. They communicate with pet owners, administer medication, and provide care to … [Read more...]
Online Class vs. Traditional Class: Which One is Right for You?
Benefits of Traditional Learning Getting an education these days has become easier and more convenient thanks to online classes. In fact, more than 6 million students in the fall of 2015 were taking at least one distance learning course. This is up by 3.9% compared to the previous year.1 However, despite the flexibility that comes with an online education, there are … [Read more...]
Portable Careers for Military Spouses That Include Animals
4 Portable Animal Careers for Military Spouses How many times have you been turned down for a job because you’re a military spouse? Probably more than you’d like to admit. Being a military spouse and trying to maintain a career—one that you enjoy—can seem impossible. However, there are several careers for military spouses that are both portable and fun. Below is a list … [Read more...]
What It Takes to Become a Successful Dog Trainer
Learn How to Succeed as a Dog Trainer “Should I become a dog trainer?” is a common question pet owners ask themselves—and why wouldn’t it be? As a pet owner, you love your dog, you love being with dogs, and you may have even successfully taught your dog to behave without reading any books. You think to yourself, “Why work in an office when I can work with my favorite … [Read more...]
A Guide to Therapy Dog Training
Therapy Dog Training Therapy dogs bring people comfort and joy. They’re trained to enrich a person’s life by simply providing that person the attention and company he needs from a unique canine perspective. Unlike service dogs, therapy dogs are not trained to perform tasks for a disabled person. Their sole purpose is to comfort people in need. Therapy dogs are … [Read more...]
Veterinary Assistant Quiz
How Well Did You Do? 1. Where are a dog’s sweat glands? A. On their paw pads B. On their back C. In their ears D. Dogs don’t have sweat glands Dogs have sweat glands on their paw pads. Their sweat doesn’t help them cool down, but it helps them improve their grip to keep them from slipping. 2. The term “polydactyl” is used to describe: A. A dog without a … [Read more...]