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Purely Puppy is the perfect blog for puppy parents. It is written by Dr. Lisa Radosta, a board certified veterinary behaviorist in southeastern Florida, who has a great love of dogs, and a special fondness for Rottweilers.
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The "Why" of Fear Related Aggression

One of the most common questions I am asked in my clinic is, "Why does my dog act like this?" In all aspects of our lives we get very caught up in the "why?" If we can figure out why something happened, maybe we can figure out how to fix it. Possibly, we can make sure we do not... READ MORE

Jan 30, 2013 / (1) comments

What Happens After Socialization?

"I really like your blog, but I have one complaint." This was my friend and colleague Debbie, who generally says exactly what's on her mind. Her point was that although I talk a lot about socialization in this blog, I don't talk near enough about what happens after the socialization period. Her... READ MORE

Jan 23, 2013 / (2) comments

Socialization Again?!

"This one is really cute." That is my nurse describing the patient that she just put into the exam room for me. When I enter the room, I am greeted immediately by a friendly but cautious 9-month-old Brittney Spaniel. He is very, very cute.   READ MORE

Jan 16, 2013 / (2) comments

Jack, Part 3: See Jack Learn

If you have been following this blog for the past two weeks, you know Jack, the black lab puppy who is owned by a retired couple. Jack is a trouble-maker for sure, but his behavior is still within normal limits for a puppy of his breed and age. This week, we are exploring the final part of the plan-teaching:... READ MORE

Jan 09, 2013 / (1) comments

Jack, Part 2: See Jack Sit and Sit and Sit!

If you read the blog from last week, you know about Jack. This week, we are going to visit the second part of the treatment plan for our normal but overly rambunctious puppy. This week we are covering structure and boundaries.   READ MORE

Jan 02, 2013 / (1) comments

Environmental Enrichment for Puppies and Dogs

Jack is a 1-year-old Labrador retriever. He is shiny, black, and full of energy. He is bouncing around my exam room wagging his entire body and soliciting attention from everyone. Each toy that I pull out is immediately picked up by Jack. He throws it up in the air and pounces on it as it falls to the... READ MORE

Dec 26, 2012 / (3) comments

The House-training Glitch that Needs to be Fixed

This week we are running one of our favorite Dr. Radosta columns on the topic of fixing a house-training program that has gone awry. It was originally posted in November of 2012 under the title "Why Do So Many Dogs End Up on Death Row for Peeing in the House?" Dr. Radosta will return next... READ MORE

Dec 19, 2012 / (7) comments

Keeping Puppies Safe Over the Holidays

As I watched Maverick’s tail hit the Christmas tree, sending two glass ornaments in wide arcs over his head and finally to the tile floor breaking them into bits, I thought about all of the different ways puppies can get into serious trouble during the holidays. Simple management can help to... READ MORE

Dec 12, 2012 / (2) comments

Old Dog, New Puppy

On a recent home visit, I had the chance to meet a wonderful, older Labradoodle named Susie. She was calm and quietly friendly. She had never really been a fan of playing with other dogs, although she wasn't necessarily aggressive either. At nearly 12 years of age, her owners had adopted a puppy to help... READ MORE

Dec 05, 2012 / (8) comments

When Can You Find the Time to Train Your Puppy?

“Can you meet me at ballet?” I ask my husband. “Mav has class tonight.” The day had started with a rushed morning as I got myself ready for work and my daughter ready for school. After work, I picked my daughter up from school and ran her to her after school activities. In order... READ MORE

Nov 28, 2012 / (1) comments

ABOUT PURELY PUPPY

LISA RADOSTA, DVM, DACVB

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…is a board certified veterinary behaviorist. Haven’t ever heard of one? You’re in good company, because many people don’t know they exist. After all, there are only 54 of them. After veterinary school at the University of Florida and some time in primary care practice, Dr. Radosta completed a 3-year residency in behavioral medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. She treats dogs, cats and birds with serious behavior problems, like aggression, separation anxiety, elimination outside of the litter box, and storm phobia. But please don’t ask her if dogs lie on a couch and bark at her!

She spends her off time writing textbook chapters and articles for veterinarians and clients, as well as lecturing nationally and internationally. Oh, yeah - she is also an overscheduled, stressed, tired, working mom. If you are itching to know lots more about her, go to her website at www.flvetbehavior.com, and join her weekly for your puppy fix.

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