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Fair Housing Act (FHA)
A law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities who have service animals.
Familiarity
The degree to which your dog is accustomed to a particular situation or environment.
Familiarity with plush toys from puppyhood
Encouraging dogs to form positive associations with plush toys from a young age.
Familiarity with surroundings
Your dog’s level of comfort and familiarity with their environment.
Familiarization exercises
Activities designed to help your dog become comfortable with new experiences and environments.
Familiarization exercises practice
Training exercises to help your dog become familiar with new people, places, and things.
Familiarization techniques
Techniques used to help dogs become familiar with new people, places, or objects.
Familiarization techniques for new environments
Strategies to help a dog become comfortable in new environments, such as positive reinforcement and gradual exposure.
Familiarization with scents
The process of introducing a dog to new scents and helping them become familiar with different smells.
Familiarization with surroundings
The process of introducing a dog to new environments and helping them become comfortable in unfamiliar surroundings.
Familiar sounds from the environment as landmarks or cues
Sounds in your dog’s environment that they recognize and use as cues or landmarks.
Familiar surroundings
Places or environments that your dog is used to and feels comfortable in.
Family setting
The environment and lifestyle of a family that can affect a dog’s behavior and well-being.
Family supervision responsibility
The responsibility of a family to supervise and ensure the safety of a dog in their care.
Fat intake
The amount of fat a dog consumes in their diet, which should be balanced with other nutrients.
Fats
A type of nutrient that provides energy and helps with the absorption of vitamins in a dog’s diet.
Fear
An emotional response to a perceived threat or danger that can cause a dog to become anxious or aggressive.
Fearful dogs
Dogs that are easily frightened and require special care and attention.
Fearfulness
A dog’s tendency to be afraid or anxious in certain situations or around certain people or animals.
Fecal testing
Laboratory analysis of a dog’s feces to detect parasites, bacteria, or other health issues.
Feedback
Information provided to a dog to reinforce positive behavior or correct negative behavior.
Feeding experience
The way a dog is fed, including the type of food, feeding schedule, and feeding method.
Fenced area
A designated area that is enclosed by a fence to keep a dog within a specific area.
Fenced-in areas
Enclosed spaces designed to keep a dog within a specific area and prevent them from wandering off.
Fetch and retrieve items
Toys or objects used for playing fetch and retrieving games with dogs.
Fetch games
A game of retrieving a ball or toy thrown by the owner.
Fetch games with scented balls or toys
A game of fetch using a ball or toy with a scent added to it to stimulate a dog’s sense of smell.
Fetch with a bell or scent marker
Using a bell or scent marker to help dogs locate and retrieve objects during fetch games.
Fetch with bells
A game of fetch using a ball or toy with a bell attached to it.
Fiber
A type of carbohydrate that aids in digestion and promotes bowel regularity in dogs.
Financial considerations
The cost of owning and caring for a dog, including food, medical expenses, and supplies.
First aid for dogs
The initial care given to a dog in an emergency situation before professional medical help is available.
First aid kit
A kit containing essential items for treating minor injuries or illnesses in dogs.
First aid training
Education on how to provide immediate medical care to a dog in an emergency situation.
Flavorful Kongs
Rubber toys filled with flavored treats to keep dogs entertained and mentally stimulated.
Fleece fabric
Soft and warm fabric often used in dog blankets and jackets.
Flexibility training
Exercises to improve a dog’s range of motion and prevent injury.
Flower petals
Natural scents and textures used for sensory enrichment and stimulation.
Foam materials such as polyethylene foam, EVA foam, and memory foam
Materials used in dog beds and toys that provide cushioning and support, such as polyethylene foam, EVA foam, and memory foam.
Follow-up appointments
Scheduled visits with a veterinarian to monitor a dog’s health and progress after treatment or surgery.
Follow-up care
Ongoing care and monitoring after a dog has received medical treatment or surgery.
Food allergies or sensitivities
An adverse reaction to certain foods that can cause symptoms such as itching, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Food digestion
The process of breaking down food in the digestive system to extract nutrients and eliminate waste.
Food extracts
Natural extracts used to enhance the flavor of dog food or treats.
Food motivation
Using food as a reward or incentive for desired behavior.
, Food puzzles
Toys that require dogs to work for their food, providing mental stimulation and slowing down eating.
Food recognition
A dog’s ability to recognize and differentiate between different types of food.
Foster care programs
Programs that provide temporary homes for dogs in need of adoption or rehabilitation.
Fragile Construction Breakage
The potential for a dog product to break or shatter easily, leading to injury or ingestion of small parts.
Fragrance exploration toys
Toys that stimulate a dog’s sense of smell and encourage them to explore different scents.
Fragrant bath salts
Bath salts with added fragrances to soothe and relax dogs during bath time.
Fragrant teas or coffee beans
Natural scents used to calm or stimulate dogs.
Fresh air intake
The amount of fresh air a dog is exposed to, which can affect their overall health and well-being.
Friendship
The bond and relationship between a dog and their owner.
Furniture arrangement
The arrangement of furniture in a home to ensure the safety and comfort of dogs.
Furniture placement
The arrangement of furniture in a home to ensure the safety and comfort of dogs.