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Dedicated to furthering Dr. Sophia Yin's legacy of setting a new standard of care by teaching LSH techniques to Animal Professionals and Pet Owners.

Davis, California
Joined January 2009
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👀The final round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal is in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #dogbodylanguage #veterinary
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Attempting to flee or suddenly freezing = Over-threshold. Stop immediately; assess needs vs. wants and may need sedation.
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👀Another round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal's waiting for you in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #dogbodylanguage #veterinary
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Vocalization (growl, hiss) = Defensive aggression. Stop all restraint, regroup
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👀Another round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal's waiting for you in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #dogbodylanguage #veterinary
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Lying down with no restraint, relaxed body language = Keep going! And reinforce for those desirable behaviors.
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Our offices will be closed Thursday November 27th and Friday November 28th, 2025 for the holiday. We will reopen Monday 12/1. Have a wonderful holiday!
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👀Another round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal's waiting for you in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #dogbodylanguage #veterinary
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Pupils dilated, stiff body = cute fear. Stop physical contact, allow retreat if safe, reassess want vs. need, sedation.
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👀Another round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal's waiting for you in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #dogbodylanguage #veterinary
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Ears rotating or flattening = Heightened fear. Stop and give them a break. Assess want vs. need. Consider sedation, loose towel wrap, reduce stimuli, consider cooperative care training.
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Cat myth busters 10: Indoor cats don't need exercise. Cats may sleep a lot but to be happy and healthy, they need exercise. Cat trees, interactive toys, and training and play sessions can help you avoid behavior and health concerns with your cat. #catmyths #catbehavior
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👀Another round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal's waiting for you in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #catbodylanguage #veterinary
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Tail flicking or thumping = Irritation, agitation. Pause, allow the cat to hide or reset, assess want vs. need.
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👀Another round of 'What Would You do? is here! Drop your guesses in the comments⬇️(no peeking at the answer). The reveal's waiting for you in the replies. Let's see who's got the body language recognition skills! 🐾 #animalbehavior #lowstresshandling #dogbodylanguage #veterinary
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Lying down with minimal or no restraint, relaxed body language = This dog gives the green light to go ahead!
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