RESOURCES AND TRAINING: DOGS

ENRICHMENT IN THE SHELTER

Lesley Sinclair created Animal Care Sanctuary nearly half a century ago.

SURRENDER PREVENTION

Animal Care Sanctuary’s goal is to nurture the human-animal bond.

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FEARFULNESS PROTOCOL

Reward calm behavior around new people by offering treats.

RELAXATION PROTOCOL

This program is the foundation for all other behavior modification programs.

GUARDING PROTOCOL

This protocol will assist in redirecting your dog from protecting prize possessions.

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DOORBELL PROTOCOL

Some dogs react whenever anyone comes to a door and rings the doorbell or knocks.

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CHEWING BARKING MOUTHING

Chewing is a NORMAL dog behavior.

CLICKER TRAINING

The clicker is a small device that makes a loud click noise and identifies the exact behavior in a dog.

CRATE TRAINING

Using a crate to confine your pup is extremely helpful in training your puppy proper behaviors.

HOUSE TRAINING

House training is one of the most important training projects for new puppy owners.

GREETING TRAINING

Jumping has to be tied as the number one complaint along with pulling on the leash!

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LEAVE IT TRAINING

Teach your puppy to stay away from an object as he or she is getting settled.

ALTERNATIVE TRAINING

Training and discipline should “guide the dog, not instill fear.

NEW ADOPTION TRANSITIONING

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Upcoming Events

Posterboard
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March – April 2019 Mar – Apr 2019
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Mar 20 @ 5:30 pm
5:30 pm
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On the third Wednesday of every month we hold Cat Yoga! With a yoga mat and a $5 donation, you can enjoy a double dose of relaxation at our East Smithfield Adoption Center at 353[...]
Animal Care Sanctuary East Smithfield
Apr
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Apr 13 all-day
12:00 am
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Visit Animal Care Sanctuary! Other details TBA
Apr
13
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Apr 13 @ 12:00 pm
12:00 pm
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This class teaches your dog how to walk nicely on a leash, sit on command, accept a stranger, to be calm while petting and grooming, walking through crowds, and a reliable recall. Once your dog[...]
Animal Care Sanctuary East Smithfield
Apr
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Apr 13 @ 1:00 pm
1:00 pm
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Listen to great music while supporting local animal shelters and rescues!  Animal Care Sanctuary is one of the shelters to benefit from the event!  We will also be there selling ACS apparel & other goodies[...]
Endwell Greens Golf Club and Event Center
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17
Wed
Apr 17 @ 5:30 pm
5:30 pm
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On the third Wednesday of every month we hold Cat Yoga! With a yoga mat and a $5 donation, you can enjoy a double dose of relaxation at our East Smithfield Adoption Center at 353[...]
Animal Care Sanctuary East Smithfield
March – April 2019 Mar – Apr 2019

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