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Sacramento SPCA Trainer Referrals
Would you like help connecting to local behavioral professionals? Click the link below to download our list of recommended trainers. All recommended trainers use force-free, science-based methods as supported by the Sacramento SPCA.
Click here for our list of recommended trainers in the Sacramento area.
Help Line Form – Dogs
Sacramento SPCA Behavior Help Line Dogs
This form is to be filled out AFTER you’ve read and tried the suggestions provided on our website (www.sspca.org). Once you’ve done that, if you still haven’t resolved the issue, or if you have additional questions, please fill out this form and submit it to us.
NOTE: If you are experiencing one of the following issues with your dog, you will most likely need to schedule a one-on-one consultation in addition to submitting this helpline form:
Did you just adopt an adult dog?
Adult dogs go through quite an adjustment process when introduced into a new home. Consult these many resources to help your new dog make the best possible start in his new life with you.
Dog
Parks
Housetraining Your Dog or Puppy
Inside Dog or Outside Dog?
Dog-to-Dog Introductions
Dog Toys and How to Use Them
Cat & Dog Introductions
Crate Training Your Dog or Puppy
Dog Puzzles, Games and Toys
Here are some of our favorite puzzles, games and toys. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases!
Is your dog an adolescent?
You thought your puppy had calmed down, but now that he’s almost grown, he’s back to chewing, jumping on you, playing rough, or not listening to you. Maybe he’s also starting to get into disagreements with other dogs. What’s happened to your sweet pup? He’s a teenager now! These resources will help you cope.
Puppy Nipping, Biting and Rough Play
Puppy Development and Socialization
Is your dog a puppy?
Puppies are adorable, but they have a lot to learn! It’s up to you to socialize them, help them learn good manners, and teach them not to leave puddles on your carpet. These resources tell you how.
Housetraining Your Dog or Puppy
Crate Training
Submissive and Excitement Urination
Cleaning Pet Stains and Odors
