Search Search Search You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Topic (-) Enrichment & Behavior Behavior Canine Enrichment Feline Enrichment Adoption & Placement Active FiltersEnrichment & Behavior Group 9 Clear All Three Tips for Reducing Barking in the Shelter Yes, it’s possible to reduce barking in your shelter! Try these three tips for some peace and quiet—and peace of mind. Dog Enrichment Resources Shelter enrichment programs help reduce stress and decrease hyper-arousal, depression, and obsessive/compulsive behavior. Using Model Dogs to Assess Aggression in Fight-Bred Dogs Review research by the ASPCA on using a life-sized, plush model dog to screen for dog-directed aggression in canines used in illegal dogfighting. Handling Cats Who Display Overt Aggression Learn how to handle aggressive feline behaviors with the Feline-ality Interactive Glossary and a guide to recognizing cat body postures. 8 Tips for Brushing Up Your Canine Communication Skills Learn more about dog body language in order to conduct more predictive assessments, avoid bites and provide better quality of life for the canines in your care. How Shelter Pets Benefit from “Real-Life” Rooms Three animal welfare organizations with real-life rooms--where adoptable pets can relax and decompress--share the benefits, challenges, and recommendations for such spaces.