Basic Training
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34.0KThe Three Most Dangerous Types of Dogs
By now, most people should know that “dangerous breed” laws have been proven ineffective and banning dogs based on physical appearance does...
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4.6K1How to Teach Your Dog to Shake, High Five, & Crawl (With Video!)
One of the best ways to have a great relationship with your dog is to make sure they are well trained. And...
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4.0KAsk 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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5.6K1Ask 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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2.5KRecognizing & Preventing Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety
By Amber L. Drake One of the most common behavioral problems seen in dogs is separation anxiety. If a dog experiences separation...
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3.7K1Are 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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7.7KAsk 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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2.3KVolunteering at a Shelter Will Change Dogs’ Lives – And Your Own!
I encourage everyone to volunteer and adopt from their local animal shelter. Your volunteering or adopting will help to enrich and improve...
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6.4KYour Dog IS Talking to You – Do You Understand the Language?
Many of us dog owners wish that our dogs could talk. While it would be a blast to have a conversation with...
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3.6KAre You Rewarding Your Dog or Bribing Him?
Sometimes, it can feel like you are bribing your dog to do the right thing, not rewarding him for making the right...