Fear Free Training

All of our veterinarians are certified “Fear Free Elite Practitioners”, having undergone training in the most current stress- and fear-free handling techniques for your pets. NSVH strives to provide the most calm, stress-free environment for our patients. We have partnered with highly trained, well-respected trainers in the area who also embrace the “Fear free” and “Force free” training philosophy.


At Attention Dog Training

at attention training

At Attention Dog Training uses positive reinforcement based methods which will promote learning for your dog with long lasting effects. Science has shown that using harmful tools such as e-collars, prong collars, and whips only lead to long term psychological damage. At Attention’s trainer can help you understand your dog, which will foster positive communication between you and him/her. Dave, our master trainer, who is also a U.S. Army veteran, will get your dog sitting “at attention” in no time!

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Melanie Cerone, Ph.D.

Melanie Cerone

Given the serious nature of dog training and behavior modification, Melanie chooses to take a professional stance toward ongoing education. Should you choose to work with Melanie, she wants you to benefit from the very latest scientific research in and practical applications of learning theory, applied behavioral analysis, and training. And she wants you to enjoy the peace of mind of knowing you’re working with a trained professional dedicated to connecting the dots between your training goals and your training results.

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Pawsitive Reinforcement

Pawsitive Reinforcement

Pawsitive Reinforcement, LLC provides professional, experienced pet care and training for the Greater Philadelphia area. With over 10 years of experience, we can make sure that your furred, feathered, or scaled friends get the best possible treatment. Our training philosophy means that we focus on the positives, creating a fun environment in which animals want to train without fear of punishment, dominance, or force. We also apply those same tactics to pet-sitting, ensuring your pet is treated like family when you’re away!

Pawsitive Reinforcement

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May 13, 2014

How to Bring Your Cat to the Vet in 3 Easy Steps

In the average week, we see easily three to four times more dogs than cats for appointments, despite the fact that pet cats outnumber dogs in the United States. Why is this the case? A recent study determined that the number of feline visits to veterinarians decreased 14% from 2001 to 2011 despite an increase in […]

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March 4, 2016

But the Humane Society is Cheaper

A client said to me today: “My brother had his dog spayed at the Humane Society and it was only $100. Why is your clinic so much more expensive? Cost is an issue for us and if all things are equal, we would rather have our dog spayed there, too.” Sigh. All things aren’t equal […]

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June 19, 2018

Best of the Main Line!

By Dr.D | In

NSVH is thrilled to share that in only our second year of business we have been awarded Best of the Main Line – Best Veterinary Center! We are so grateful to Main Line Today for this recognition, as well as to all of our friends and clients who voted for us. NSVH is in very […]

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