Foote and Friends - Sally J Foote, DVM

05/17/2026

05/05/2026

Do you struggle wiping down your grabby big breed dog?

Here is my latest video showing you how to-stop the grabbing, prancing around as you wipe down your dog.

How to wipe off a muddy grabby dog

Dr. SAlly J Foote shows how to wipe off a muddy dog, and control the grabbing at hands or the towel using rewards in a controlled manner. Even alone, withou...

05/04/2026

You can listen to my podcast on spotify now!

https://open.spotify.com/show/56vbtkCykJbVntMWr7BwCs?si=QVNnLQDXReemKIiq4b0uaA

Podcast · Dr. Sally J. Foote, DVM · I am a veterinarian and animal behaviorist with over 40 years of practice experience. I help the pet parent and veterinary team understand each other and the animal in front of them. I also provide behavior consults and courses at drsallyjfoote.com drsallyjfoote...

05/01/2026

Here is my recent newsletter with Podcast episode " Why your cat needs a special medication place"

In this episode I walk you through the specific steps to set up a nice place for giving your cat pills, liquid, injections, fluids, ear or eye meds. There is also a bonus video of a client learning how to give his cat a b 12 injection following the steps in the podcast.

Have you ever made a special spot to give your cat care? comment below.

04/17/2026

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Why they're acting different now, and how to help them.

03/29/2026

So I have started a pod cast on Substack. I will also have articles, videos and my newsletter there. I do not have subscription levels yet - but I will and offer more content for you as well.

Here is my first podcast episode! please share and like

Improve your relationship with your cat and stop getting battle scars.

03/12/2026

🎤 Meet Our Speaker: Dr. Sally Foote.

Dr. Sally J. Foote is a renowned international veterinary behavior consultant, writer, and speaker with over 40 years of practice experience. She is certified by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, holds Low-Stress Handling Silver certification, and is Fear Free Elite Certified. Dr. Foote specializes in creating stress-free care experiences for veterinary staff, patients, and clients.

She has presented at major national conferences such as AVMA, VMX, and the Midwest Veterinary Conference and serves as a guest lecturer at various veterinary colleges. Currently, Dr. Foote focuses on speaking, creating online education, leading the Bella Behavior learning center in Tuscola, IL, and advancing veterinary behavior.

Dr. Foote earned her DVM from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 1984. She has been an active leader in the veterinary community, having served on numerous committees for the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association and as past president of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior. She was also the executive director of Cattledog Publishing from 2016 to 2020.

In her personal life, Dr. Foote enjoys hiking, knitting, and the peaceful rural lifestyle in east central Illinois with her family.

Register here for our upcoming event: https://stlouisvma.org/events/behavior-with-dr-sally-foote/

03/07/2026

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Email from Bella Behavior - Foote and Friends A day of practical Low Stress Veterinary Care for the veterinary team Register Here Dr. Foote presenting a full day of Ce March 22 - St. Louis Dear Friend

03/01/2026

Here is my video expanding on using transdermal gels for less cat medication struggles. I included the 3 steps for calm medicating and a bonus home video of Effie who became calm for her ear gel daily medication.

If you like this, please subscribe to my channel - I will be posting more videos to bridge the pet and vet world.

Struggling to give your cat medication? You’re not alone. Stop the spitting, scratching, and hiding from pilling or liquids. Transdermal gel preparations a...

04/14/2025

Emotional contagion is real between humands and animals. I find, that helping clients to calm by offering transparent care - staying in the room without restraining, having a role to deliver rewards, or stepping outside the exam room but having the ability to listen to what is happening reduces client stress.

Dr. Leslie Sinn has written an article here about Emotional Contagion. What is your experience with this phenomenon?

Does a pet owner's stress affect their dog in the veterinary clinic? Discover the impact in this study and how you can help provide a positive experience.