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 BEHAVIORAL ASSISTANCE      

Canine & Feline Behavioral Assistance

Behavior issues are a common reason for owners surrendering their pets. Even the best pet may exhibit some less than desirable behaviors. The ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) has a website created by a nationally recognized team of animal behaviorists - The Virtual Behaviorist.  Follow this link below to find ideas and suggestions for handling most of the common issues pet owners experience - http://www.aspcabehavior.org/

Need more help with your pet? 

The Monadnock Humane Society has experienced and professional staff for humane solutions of problem pet behavior.

If you are experiencing a behavioral issue or have behavioral questions, contact the Training and Behavior Manager at amanda@humanecommunity.org or 603-352-9011 x120.

Small Animals

Many small animals, such as rabbits, mice and guinea pigs, have specific care needs and exhibit a variety of behaviors. Use the following links to learn more about these animals needs and behaviors. 

Rabbits: www.rabbit.orghttp://www.ddfl.org/behavior/rabbit_behav.pdf, and/or The House Rabbit Handbook, by Marinell Harriman (available online through Amazon.com or Drollery Press.)

Rats:  http://www.ratbehavior.org/WhatIsMyRatDoingFAQ.htm

Mice:  http://.rmca.org/Resources/mousefaq.htm

Hamsters:  http://www.petco.com/Content/Article/30/20/801/Natural-Hamster-Behavior.aspx

Gerbils:  http://exoticpets.about.com/cs/gerbils/a/gerbilbehavior.htm