Posts By Steve Reid
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33.8K10Lifestyle with DogStart Now! Help Your Dog Overcome a Fear of Thunderstorms, Fireworks, & Other Loud Noises
For many, New Years and Independence Day are some of the best days of the year: backyard barbecues, parades, and amazing fireworks...
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8.5KLifestyle with Dog5 Springtime Health Hazards For Dogs
Now that the harsh winter weather is almost behind us and Spring is peeking through, we are all excited to get outside...
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37.2KFront Page NewsThe 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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12.1K2Basic TrainingHow Do I Teach My Dog to Come When Called? 6 Tips for a Reliable Recall
The “Come” command is arguably the most important of all obedience commands. Not only is it very useful, but it offers great...
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41.0K10Lifestyle with Dog5 Obedience Commands All Dogs Need to Know
There are dozens of commands, cues, and tricks you can teach your dog. But, these 5 are important for every dog to...
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111.3K14Food GuidelinesBeware of Bloat: The 2nd Largest Killer of Dogs
When you hear the term “bloated”, you may not give it much credence. It sounds quite benign, probably just a little gas...
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5.2K1Puppy GuidesThe Essential Guide to Raising a Puppy
If you think your family is ready for a puppy, this guide will equip you with simple, clear, and effective information on...
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11.3K2Home StyleAsk the Trainer: Should I Use an Electric or Invisible Fence for my Dog?
“Hi Steve, I was thinking of an electric fence for my yard. My neighbor has one for her dog, what do you...
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3.6KLifestyle with DogDogs Cause 1,000 House Fires Every Year: How to Keep Your Home (And Pets!) Safe
After NBC’s post Super Bowl episode of This Is Us, in which Jack dies from smoke inhalation of a house fire, many...
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4.6KPuppy GuidesAsk the Trainer: Training Tips for your New Puppy
Now that the holidays are behind us, children are going back to school, and parents are back to work, what happens to...
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4.8KAsk the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: I Don’t Understand My Dog’s Sudden Behavior Change
A reader contacted us after experiencing a sudden and unexplained behavior change in her previously well-behaved five year old dog. Trainer Steve...
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4.4KAsk the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Should I Use a Clicker to Train My Dog?
With dozens of methods, techniques, and tools used in dog training, one reader asked if using a clicker is the right choice....
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5.7KAsk the Trainer
Ask the Trainer When Can I Stop Using Treats in Training?
Treats and food rewards are one of the most effective ways to motivate your dog during training. But, is there a point...
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24.2KAsk the Trainer
5 Minute Challenges for You & Your Dog
The goal of this article is for you and your dog to get out and participate in meaningful activities together over the...
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9.3KAsk the Trainer
4 Most Common Mistakes Puppy Owners Make
When bringing a new puppy into your heart and home, avoid these 4 common mistakes that puppy owners make! “Hi Steve, My...
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5.7K1Lifestyle with Dog
Ask the Trainer: Help Training a Blind Dog
When a reader asked for help with potty training her blind dog, trainer Steve Reid offered up some advice that would help...
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5.7KAnimal Advocates
The Dog’s Life You Save May Be Your Own
July is National Pet Fire Safety month and there are plenty of articles detailing actionable steps you can take to help keep...
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6.2KPuppy Guides
Ask the Trainer: Puppy Pulls and Bites Leash
Our 9 week old Lab puppy lies down or bites the leash when we try to take him for a walk. The...
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8.3K1About Adopting
Ask 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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5.9KAsk the Trainer
Ask 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....
