Posts By Steve Reid
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8.9K1Ask 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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5.8K1Ask the Trainer
Are 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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10.5KAsk the Trainer
Ask 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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4.4KAsk the Trainer
Volunteering 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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8.4K1Ask the Trainer
Ask 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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20.1K2Ask the Trainer
Ask 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 scratching...
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7.3KAsk the Trainer
Ask 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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17.3K14Basic Training
What You Need to Know About Dog Parks
Dog parks are becoming more and more popular across the country. When owners hear of a new park opening up, they are...
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9.5KAsk the Trainer
Your Dog Knows the Basics, But Is He Reliable?
What I see A LOT of, are owners who think their dog “knows what they should do” and have been trained well...
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16.6K3Ask the Trainer
Ask 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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15.0K3Ask the Trainer
Ask 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...
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9.7K3Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Should I Spay or Neuter My Dog?
“Steve, should I neuter my dog? I want to, but my friend said I shouldn’t. Thank you!” – Daniella P. Hi Daniella,...
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15.9K1Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: My Dog Simply Does Not Listen to Me
“Hi Steve, My 18 month old Goldendoodle simply does not listen. He will not come when I call and completely ignores me...
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12.7K2About Adopting
Why a Shelter Dog Should Be Your New Best Friend
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. In honor of this, I want to bring your attention to the benefits of adopting,...
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16.1K3Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Solving Common Housebreaking Problems
“Maverick is 4 months old already has learned how to sit, lay shake, & speak and goes potty outside but every time...
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15.6KAsk the Trainer
How to Raise a Puppy: The Complete Guide
Virtually every day I help new puppy owners navigate the rough waters of puppyhood. Anytime someone asks me if they should get...
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9.7K10Front Page News
National Disaster Preparedness Month: Is Your Dog Ready?
September is National Disaster Preparedness Month. Unfortunately, as we all know, natural and man-made disasters occur each year all across the country. ...
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15.4K2Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: My Dog Destroys Everything When He’s Home Alone!
“Hi Steve, My 2 year old Lab is a sweet and happy dog, but he tears up everything in my home when...
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11.6KAwesome Stories
Meaningful Activities to Improve Your Dog’s Life
If you want to improve your dog’s behavior and overall quality of life, do something meaningful with them every day. They key...
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33.1K1Lifestyle with Dog
Three Reasons Puppies Bite and How to Solve Them
The top two challenges for puppy owners are housebreaking and puppy biting. Everyone acknowledges that it is normal for puppies to bite...
