Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 21 hours ago

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Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition is Maddie's Fund's online symposium about determining which dogs are safe to rehome, keeping dogs happy and healthy while in your care, and finding them homes.

Michael Shikashio, CDBC, highlights key factors to ensure the behavioral well-being of dogs and explores considerations such as breed, enrichment, social interactions, medical care, and the overall environment. The focus will be on preventive measures to reduce the likelihood of behavioral concerns and effective strategies for addressing existing issues. This presentation aims to guide caretakers in providing comprehensive care for difficult-to-place dogs, ensuring their welfare while searching for a suitable home.

This presentation was recorded during the Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition symposium in March-April 2024. Find out more about this and other sessions on Maddie's Pet Forum https://maddies.fund/BXCampMeetingDogsFundamentalNeeds

Earn continuing education credit on Maddie's University: university.maddiesfund.org/products/bark-to-basics-avoiding-and-addressing-problem-behaviors-through-meeting-their-fundamental-needs-ondemand