Posts By Steve Reid
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9.6KAbout AdoptingAsk the Trainer: What Do I Need For A Newly Adopted Dog?
“Hi Steve, I am adopting a 3 year old dog from my local shelter. I want to make sure I am prepared...
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16.3K2Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: The Great Alpha Roll Debate
“Hi Steve, My co-worker suggested I “Alpha Roll” my dog when he does something bad. Should I be doing this?” – Craig...
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19.9K1Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: When My Dog Gets Excited, He Attacks My Other Dog
“When my dog Major gets excited he attacks my other dog even when they are out walking. HE NEVER attacks other dogs...
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10.9KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Teaching Your Dog ANY Obedience Command
“I want to teach my dog obedience commands but I don’t know where to start. Any suggestions?” – Gregg V. Obedience training...
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5.9K1About AdoptingAsk the Trainer: Have You Considered Breed Specific Rescue?
“I grew up with Labradors and want to get one now. But I don’t want the work/time of a puppy and puppy...
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9.1K1Ask the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Avoid ‘Crash & Burn’ Training to Set Your Dog Up for Success
“I have been training my dog all week and she is just not getting it. Emily only listens when she wants, this...
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15.6KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Acknowledging When Your Dog is Uncomfortable
“Whenever we meet someone on our walks, my dog Bailey will stand there and when they go to pet her, she takes...
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15.2KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: Overcoming Your Dog’s Stereotypes
“People are scared when they see my Rottweiler, because he’s so big and intimidating looking. He is a sweetheart who wouldn’t hurt...
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16.3KAsk the Trainer5 Lifesaving Tips for Parents of Shy or Fearful Dogs
“We’ve had Oreo Since June 2015. He is scared of most things. He will not go for walks and doesn’t like to meet...
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5.3KAsk the TrainerAsk the Trainer: With Dogs, What You Allow Is What Will Continue
“My dog ignores me when I tell him to Come, what can I do?” – Sue “Max barks at everything, I don’t...
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8.1K3Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Dog Training Cheat Sheet
In all honesty, raising a dog is not rocket science. It boils down to developing a bond through consistent and fair leadership....
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9.1K2Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: How to Stop Your Dog From Begging for Food
Begging for food is a common struggle for many dog owners. Families typically just tolerate it on a daily basis, but then...
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9.6KAsk the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: How Do I Teach My Dog Not to Jump on People?
“My dog gets very excited when people come to the house, jumping on them and grabbing their arms or clothes. She does...
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5.0KAwesome Stories
Training Tips to Make This National Dog Week Your Best Ever!
National Dog Week is a great opportunity to take extra time with your four-legged family member. Visit your town’s dog park, buy...
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6.6K1Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Earning the Trust of a Fearful Dog
“We adopted two dogs as 4 month old pups. They’d been abandoned in a barn and had no human contact. Nice dogs,...
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4.3KAsk the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: More Dogs, More Structure
I am noticing a trend in regards to the questions I am receiving for my “Ask the Trainer” column. A predominant number...
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10.9K3Basic Training
The Three D’s of Dog Training
The three D’s of dog training are essential components to creating a truly obedient and reliable dog. True obedience training is your...
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18.5K2Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: Help Training a Difficult, Overprotective Dog
Dear Steve,I have a German Shepard cross Kelpie who I rescued when she was 8 months old, she is now 5 yrs....
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6.2K2Ask the Trainer
Ask the Trainer: How Can I Help My Dog Lose Weight?
Dear Steve,I have 4 dogs, 2 are labs. They have gotten fat. How do I make them lose weight?– Cyndra The issue of...
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5.6K1About Adopting
Ask the Trainer: Choosing the Right Dog for You
I receive many questions from dog owners, most of which are common and relatively easy to solve. However some issues boil down...
