Training
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Dog Growling — 4 Things to Know
Dog growling is an early warning system — and your dog shouldn't be punished for it! It's your job to figure out what your dog is trying to tell you.
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Simple Solutions for Your Multi-Dog Household Issues
How do you manage feeding, sleeping, greeting, going outside, playing, and toys and treats in a multi-dog household? Trainer Jill Breitner weighs in.
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Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tails?
Dog tails, woo-hoo! Why do dogs wag their tails? Why do dogs have tails in the first place? And what are they made of? Let's learn!
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How Do Dogs Show Affection to Humans?
How do dogs show affection? Dogs communicate with us through body language and actions — here are are four ways dogs show affection to humans.
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Why Do Dogs Smell Each Other’s Butts?
Why do dogs smell each other's butts? It may seem like a gross, inappropriate behavior to us humans, but to dogs, it's a natural way of greeting that provides some key insights.
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5 Things to Consider When Introducing a New Dog
Thinking about introducing a new dog into your family? Here are some things to consider before adding a second dog (or third … or fourth …) to your household.
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Is Your Dog Eating Poop? It’s Called Coprophagia and Here’s How to Fix It
A dog eating poop — aka coprophagia — is a pretty common (albeit gross) canine behavior, but there are a few steps you can take to stop it from happening!
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How to Deal With Your Dog Peeing in the House
Is your dog peeing in the house or on other things he shouldn't? We've got tips to identify why it happens, how to stop it — and how to clean up dog pee!
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Is Your Dog Barking at Night? What to Know and What to Do
How do you handle a dog barking at night? What could cause a dog’s nighttime whining or barking, and do the reasons for a dog barking at night vary by a pup’s age?
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How to Teach Your Dog to Fetch
Wondering how to teach your dog to fetch? Dogs aren’t born knowing how to play this game. We turned to a pro for some advice on how to teach your dog to fetch the right way!
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What Do Raised Hackles — or a Dog’s Hair Standing Up — Mean?
Do raised hackles, a.k.a. the hair standing up on a dog’s back and neck, always convey aggression? Find out how to figure out what it means when your dog’s hair stands up.
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7 Ways to Turn Walking the Dog Into a Workout
Don't think of walking the dog as a daily grind. The new year is a perfect excuse to turn your daily walks into routines that will benefit both of you.
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Dogs and Holiday Guests: How to Prepare Your Pup
Dogs and holiday guests don't have to be a stressful situation. See these training tips — and which dogs to keep away from seasonal festivities altogether.
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How to Prevent Dog Bites During the Stressful Holiday Season
Learning how to read your dog's stress signals can help prevent dog bites during the busy holiday season. We illustrate some signals and what to do.
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Do You Have a Stranger-Danger Dog? 4 Ways to Teach Him to Deal
The holidays mean visitors — but for a stranger-danger dog all that company is stressful. Here’s how to train your dog to greet guests appropriately.
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Is Your Dog Embarrassing in Front of Guests? Expert Advice
Is your dog embarrassing in front of guests? Does he hump, sniff private areas or potty when company comes over? Pro tips just in time for the holidays!
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Dog Zoomies: Why They Happen and What to Do
Zoomies in dogs might sound funny — and usually they're silly and harmless! But, why do the dog zoomies happen and could they ever put your dog in danger?
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Why Do Female Dogs Hump? Reasons for Female Dog Humping
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.
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How to Get Your Dog Into a Halloween Costume
You found a Halloween costume for your dog — yay! Now, how do you get your dog to wear that Halloween costume without making him stressed or uncomfortable?
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How to Stop Toy Guarding in Puppies
Is your puppy’s toy guarding normal or something to be concerned about? Here’s how to handle toy guarding — and maybe even stop it before it starts!
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Will Your Puppy Outgrow These Bad Behaviors?
Playful biting, joyful jumping and incessant chewing may be 'cute' when your dog is a puppy ... but can turn into serious behavior issues by the time he's an adult. Start training now before those naughty puppy behaviors become bad habits forever.
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Teach Your Dog to Respond to Cues — Successfully
Having trouble getting your dog to understand cues? We turn to the pros for advice on getting your dog to appropriately follow your gestures and verbal cues.
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How to Prep for the First Two Months of Puppy Training
Get your new puppy off to a good start with lots of socialization and proper puppy training. Here's what you need to know about those crucial first two months of puppy training.
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How to Understand and Help Your Noise-Phobic Dog
Is your dog scared of noises like thunder, sirens, fireworks and more? Let's take a look at some ways you can help your noise-phobic dog.
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Dealing with Food Aggression in Dogs
How do you deal with food aggression in dogs? Can you ever deal with food aggression in dogs using at-home training? When do you call in the pros? And what are the different types of food aggression in dogs?
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Let’s Talk About Dogs and Muzzles
Muzzles get a negative rep — but it’s beneficial for every dog to learn how to accept a muzzle calmly. Here's how to train your dog to wear a muzzle.
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The Latest in Dog Training
Dog training beliefs, styles and tools have changed a lot over the years — for the positive! Let's talk about the latest in dog training and how to best train your dog.
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How to Help a Nervous Dog Overcome His Fears
We know what makes our bones shake but what are dogs scared of? With meds and supplements or behavior modification, you can help a nervous dog overcome his fears and become a calmer, happier canine.
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Do You Have Scared Puppy? What to Look For — and How to Help Him
Think you have a scared puppy on your hands? With the right steps, you can help a scared puppy overcome his fears. Find out if you have a scared puppy — and what you can do to help him.
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Dog Swimming Lessons: 11 Tips for Teaching Your Pup to Swim Safely
Teaching your dog to swim is not as simple as just bringing him to water and letting him jump in (never do this — your dog could drown). We’ve got a few tips on safe dog swimming practices and how to teach your dog to swim.
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