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Start training from Day One before those cute puppy behaviors become bad adult-dog habits.
The human half of the dog-human team is important. Beyond the love we give our dogs and how we meet their needs, there are specific skills we can improve on to help our dogs learn more successfully.
Maybe itβs your first puppy or itβs been a while, but a new puppy means lots of questions that need answers stat!
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Crate training is a popular way to help puppies hold themselves for periods of time and to keep them safe when unsupervised. Here’s how to do it.
From the circus to dog competitive sports to pupβs home manners, this training tool keeps on giving.
Engaging in dog sports with your canine companion can be an immensely satisfying experience. There are lots of ways to get started in a calm and relaxed environment.
You’ve adopted a rescue dog. Now what? Here are some tips on what to focus on first, before you even begin the training.
Bringing your dog in the elevator may be a stressful situation for them. Here are some tips to make your dog feel more comfortable.
There are a few things you can do to help make moving with a dog go smoothly.
Creating engagement does not magically happen overnight. Itβs a process that requires work and time. Here are tips to get you on your way!
Integrating a new dog into a household with an existing dog can be tricky, but most dogs successfully ease into the transition if given the right kind of guidance from the start.
Sharing the joy and love of being on the water stand-up paddleboarding with your dog can be fun, especially if your dog loves water. Here’s how to do it.
Practicing avoidance promotes confidence, and repeated experience helps your dog be happier with the choices she makes.
Watch out for these 5 doggie downers, while boosting your pupβs mood (and yours) with 10 inspiring activities.
Add pep to your petβs steps with our expertsβ 9 healthy and dietary tips.
If you like doing activities with your dog and want a fun way to put that special nose to work, try a sport called Trailing and Locating. Sanctioned by the North American Sport Dog Association, Trailing and Locating helps deter-mine a dogβs ability to track, trail β or follow β and locate quarry above ground.
Learn why dogs bite and how to prevent it.
What does it mean when a dog lifts a paw? A dog paw lift can convey everything from anticipation to anxiety. Let’s learn how to tell the difference.
Why do female dogs hump? Female dog humping is a common behavior. Male or female dogs might grind on toys, legs and other dogs for a few different reasons.
Dealing with a fearful dog is a challenge. Here are six great tips on how to cope with a nervous dog from a dog mom who parents a truly scared dog.
The Wrongs and Rights of Preventing Bites. Hereβs how to nip this before it happens.
Be proactive with thought-out, structured and mutually beneficial instructions.
Socialization secrets to help your pup enjoy new experiences, places, people and pets.
Zoomies in puppies and dogs might sound funny βΒ and usually they’re silly and harmless! But, why do the dog zoomies happen and could they ever put your pup in danger?
Does your dog ignore you? Do you think your dog isn’t listening to you, or maybe you’ve just got a stubborn dog on your hands? A pro shares tips on training a dog who doesn’t seem to listen!
Train donβt send away!
Is your dog bored, stressed, over or understimulated? Try 15 minutes of play.
You pup passed potty training with flying colors years ago, but all of a sudden, youβre coming home to unwelcome surprises. It begs the question: What gives?
We have tips for every age range, helping to keep your dog safe when holiday madness kicks into high gear.
Recall at its core is getting your dogβs attention and, when you do, asking him to βComeβ to you and, when he gets to you, rewarding him for doing so.
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