John Reilly – Canine Behavior Consultant
Hi, I’m John Reilly, the Head Nerd at animalnerd.com. I am a Canine Behavior Consultant (CBCC-KA) with a Master of Science degree in Anthrozoology and years of experience in training and helping to rehabilitate shelter dogs, preparing them for successful adoption. Throughout my time working with dogs, I have been dismayed and somewhat frustrated by the amount of poor and misleading information that is being pushed out to the public.
This site’s goal is to be a place where current, evidence-based information on animal care, welfare and training can be hosted and exchanged – open not just about dogs, but for all species of domestic animals and wildlife.
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Recent Blog Posts
- Financial Worries Causing Pet SurrendersAuthor: John ReillyCategory: Animal SheltersSeptember 26, 2026If you work at an animal shelter you are already aware that we are experiencing a sharp increase in the number of pet animals being surrendered by […]No Comments
- Stress Reduction for Shelter DogsAuthor: John ReillyCategory: Animal Shelters, Dog BehaviorJune 23, 2026Over the years I have posted a lot of advice and references for the care and welfare of shelter dogs, largely aimed at people who donate their time […]No Comments
- Leash-Reactive Shelter DogsAuthor: John ReillyJune 15, 2026I am working with two behavior cases at my shelter, both involving very large dogs, Cane Corsos weighing over 100 lbs, who are highly reactive while […]No Comments
- Fostering again, Part 2Author: John ReillyCategory: UncategorizedJune 9, 2026As I mentioned previously (Fostering Again | The Animal Nerd ), we’re fostering another rough collie. Gracie is a sweet senior girl with severe […]No Comments
- Fostering AgainAuthor: John ReillyCategory: Animal Welfare, Dog BehaviorApril 22, 2026Last month we were contacted by Collie Rescue of New England (Home | CRLNE )and asked whether we will be able to foster another collie. Our previous […]No Comments