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Recognize your dog’s triggers — stress, another animal or a form of communication — for marking in the house and tailor your positive-reinforcement training to the specific cause of the behavior.
- May 26, 2023
Recognize your dog’s triggers — stress, another animal or a form of communication — for marking in the house and tailor your positive-reinforcement training to the specific cause of the behavior.
Train your mixed breed dog with basic cues and determine his breed mix to improve how and what you train.
- May 19, 2023
Train your mixed breed dog with basic cues and determine his breed mix to improve how and what you train.
Help your dog with socialization, overreactivity and separation-related issues developed during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- May 16, 2023
Help your dog with socialization, overreactivity and separation-related issues developed during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The first step to dog training for beginners is forming a solid connection with your dog. Our dog trainer shows you how to make that hand-to-paw magic happen in 5 steps.
- May 15, 2023
The first step to dog training for beginners is forming a solid connection with your dog. Our dog trainer shows you how to make that hand-to-paw magic happen in 5 steps.
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Leash-reactive dogs respond to other dogs, people or cars with a high intensity, like lunging. Calm your dog’s reaction with these simple tips.
- April 1, 2023
Leash-reactive dogs respond to other dogs, people or cars with a high intensity, like lunging. Calm your dog’s reaction with these simple tips.
Follow our simple plan to introduce two dogs and our more extensive plan to introduce a puppy to other dogs or introducing two dogs when one is aggressive.
- March 23, 2023
Follow our simple plan to introduce two dogs and our more extensive plan to introduce a puppy to other dogs or introducing two dogs when one is aggressive.
Dog training hand signals are easy to teach and can come in handy in a variety of situations, plus if your dog loses his hearing as he gets older.
- January 26, 2023
Dog training hand signals are easy to teach and can come in handy in a variety of situations, plus if your dog loses his hearing as he gets older.
Teach a dog to stay by using small pieces of dog training treats, patience and a lot of repetition, starting with a Sit and Stay or Down and Stay
- January 21, 2023
Teach a dog to stay by using small pieces of dog training treats, patience and a lot of repetition, starting with a Sit and Stay or Down and Stay
Fetch is a game all dogs and their people can enjoy together, even if your dog doesn’t take to it naturally. Follow these five easy steps to play more fetch.
- January 15, 2023
Fetch is a game all dogs and their people can enjoy together, even if your dog doesn’t take to it naturally. Follow these five easy steps to play more fetch.
Dog bootcamps are frequently advertised as a quick-fix solution for solving training problems. But, dog training camp programs aren’t all created equally.
- December 31, 2022
Dog bootcamps are frequently advertised as a quick-fix solution for solving training problems. But, dog training camp programs aren’t all created equally.
Playing dead is one of the classic easy tricks to teach your dog that’s sure to impress your friends and family. This trick can be taught to dogs of all sizes.
- December 28, 2022
Playing dead is one of the classic easy tricks to teach your dog that’s sure to impress your friends and family. This trick can be taught to dogs of all sizes.
Socializing and training a Boerboel from a young age are crucial steps to having a dog who isn’t aggressive. An intimidating, strong, naturally protective Mastiff-type dog, the Boerboel is for experienced dog owners who are committed to training.
- December 15, 2022
Socializing and training a Boerboel from a young age are crucial steps to having a dog who isn’t aggressive. An intimidating, strong, naturally protective Mastiff-type dog, the Boerboel is for experienced dog owners who are committed to training.
Getting the right dog training supplies is step 1. Learning how to use them is next. We give you tips on how to use your new dog gear.
- November 20, 2022
Getting the right dog training supplies is step 1. Learning how to use them is next. We give you tips on how to use your new dog gear.
Online dog training is a great way to work with a trainer from the comfort of home to teach your dog new skills and address behavioral challenges.
- November 17, 2022
Online dog training is a great way to work with a trainer from the comfort of home to teach your dog new skills and address behavioral challenges.
Bernedoodles are highly trainable with positive reinforcement starting from an early age. Our experts list the basic training cues to teach your Bernedoodle.
- October 25, 2022
Bernedoodles are highly trainable with positive reinforcement starting from an early age. Our experts list the basic training cues to teach your Bernedoodle.
These simple leash-training tips will have you loving walking your dog on a leash. Start on familiar turf, keep training sessions short, make a lot of turns and reward generously.
- October 12, 2022
These simple leash-training tips will have you loving walking your dog on a leash. Start on familiar turf, keep training sessions short, make a lot of turns and reward generously.
Improve your dog’s safety by teaching him these core behaviors on cue.
- September 27, 2022
Improve your dog’s safety by teaching him these core behaviors on cue.
If the lines of communication between you and your puppy are getting crossed, dog obedience training — now referred to as manners or basic training — can help. Our expert digs in.
- September 27, 2022
If the lines of communication between you and your puppy are getting crossed, dog obedience training — now referred to as manners or basic training — can help. Our expert digs in.
Dogs jumping up on people can be a frustrating habit to break. With patience and positive reinforcement, it’s possible to teach your dog not to jump on people stop your dog from jumping.
- September 7, 2022
Dogs jumping up on people can be a frustrating habit to break. With patience and positive reinforcement, it’s possible to teach your dog not to jump on people stop your dog from jumping.
Looking for an easy walk harness to stop your dog from pulling? Dogster tells you all you need to know about this type of harness where the leash is clipped to the front of the harness instead of the back.
- August 19, 2022
Looking for an easy walk harness to stop your dog from pulling? Dogster tells you all you need to know about this type of harness where the leash is clipped to the front of the harness instead of the back.
Puppies explore the world with their mouths, but puppy teeth are sharp. Training a puppy not to bite takes time and patience. Follow these simple steps for how to stop puppy biting.
- August 18, 2022
Puppies explore the world with their mouths, but puppy teeth are sharp. Training a puppy not to bite takes time and patience. Follow these simple steps for how to stop puppy biting.
Training a pit bull is a lot like training other kinds of dogs, but pit bull training also has unique considerations. And being a pit bull parent brings certain responsibilities to avoid problems.
- August 15, 2022
Training a pit bull is a lot like training other kinds of dogs, but pit bull training also has unique considerations. And being a pit bull parent brings certain responsibilities to avoid problems.
Vacuums are among the top sounds that dogs hate. Dogster has tips on desensitizing your dog to the vacuum and other loud sounds.
- August 4, 2022
Vacuums are among the top sounds that dogs hate. Dogster has tips on desensitizing your dog to the vacuum and other loud sounds.
Do dogs really eat poop? Yes, and not for the reasons you might think. Here’s the lowdown on why dogs eat poop, how to tell if your dog is sick and the truth about natural remedies to make your dog stop eating poop.
- July 11, 2022
Do dogs really eat poop? Yes, and not for the reasons you might think. Here’s the lowdown on why dogs eat poop, how to tell if your dog is sick and the truth about natural remedies to make your dog stop eating poop.
Teaching your dog to speak in six steps is a fun trick that dogs of all ages and training levels can learn.
- June 14, 2022
Teaching your dog to speak in six steps is a fun trick that dogs of all ages and training levels can learn.
Do you want to teach your dog to roll over? This classic dog trick is fun to teach with five simple steps and is to impress your friends and family.
- June 14, 2022
Do you want to teach your dog to roll over? This classic dog trick is fun to teach with five simple steps and is to impress your friends and family.
Traveling with your dog can be an enriching experience for both of you — as long as you prepare well in advance to ensure that your journey is as safe and stress-free as it can be.
- June 10, 2022
Traveling with your dog can be an enriching experience for both of you — as long as you prepare well in advance to ensure that your journey is as safe and stress-free as it can be.
There are plenty of pitfalls that can ruin a great day on the shore. However, if you keep these nine simple rules in mind, beach day will be the highlight of your pup’s summer!
- May 2, 2022
There are plenty of pitfalls that can ruin a great day on the shore. However, if you keep these nine simple rules in mind, beach day will be the highlight of your pup’s summer!
While eating is an enjoyable social activity for people, it can cause tension between dogs. Take time to understand your dog’s habits and make a plan to encourage healthy eating. Here’s how.
- April 11, 2022
While eating is an enjoyable social activity for people, it can cause tension between dogs. Take time to understand your dog’s habits and make a plan to encourage healthy eating. Here’s how.
Why teach your dog how to skateboard? Learning any new trick is fun for both you and your dog and increases your bond. Plus, skateboarding teaches balance and confidence, and whose dog couldn’t use more of that?
- April 4, 2022
Why teach your dog how to skateboard? Learning any new trick is fun for both you and your dog and increases your bond. Plus, skateboarding teaches balance and confidence, and whose dog couldn’t use more of that?
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