All posts tagged "Ask the Trainer"
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6.6K1About AdoptingAsk the Trainer: How to Introduce a New Dog to Your Existing Dog
When adding another 4-legged member to the family, it’s important to introduce a new dog to your existing dog appropriately for harmonious...
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4.3KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Take Advantage of ‘Teachable Moments’ with Your Dog
“Hey Steve, I don’t have time to train my dog, but I know I should. What can I do?” – Stacy G....
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6.4K1Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: How to Play Fetch With Your Dog
“My 2 year old Poodle doesn’t give the ball back when I play fetch with him. Whenever he sees me, he wants...
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4.1K1Ask the TrainerAre You Crate Training the Right Way?
Most of the emails I receive from struggling dog owners stem from a lack of structure and boundaries in their dog’s lives....
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8.7KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Dog Socialization Checklist
Most people are concerned about things that happen to dogs. They worry about neglect, abuse, and improper use of training tools. Obviously...
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6.7K1Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Provide Mental Stimulation to Prevent Destructive Behaviors
“I don’t get it, I love my dog, I leave him with his food, toys, and give him a lot of love...
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18.2K2Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: My Dog Destroys Everything He Can Get His Paws On!
Dear Steve, Grady is a 5-yr-old Weimaraner and he chews up everything he can get his paws on. Lately, he’s been chewing and...
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5.8KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Teaching Your Dog to Potty on Command
“Hi Steve, How do I get my dog to go to the bathroom when I say so?” – Trisha Y. This is...
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14.3K3Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: What Causes My Dog to do the Zoomies?
“About once a day, my dog gets in a frenzy of running around my house, bouncing off the couch. She does this...
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13.1K3Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Teaching Your Dog to Take Treats Gently
“Is there a way to train my dog not to snap at your fingers when you give a treat? I basically have...