Training
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2.1K3 Tips That Will Teach Kids to Be Safe Around Dogs
By Johnna Devereaux C.P.N. Dogs are a wonderful part of many children’s lives. But fearful, aggressive, or even energetic dogs can pose...
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How To Introduce Your Dog To Backyard Chickens
By Chris Lesley Dogs have a reputation for chasing birds, squirrels, and other small critters around the yard. This sounds problematic if...
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People Wearing Face Masks Can be Scary for Your Dog—Here’s What To Do
In many parts of the country, face masks are recommended, often mandatory, for humans as we begin to return to work, as...
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Twice The Love or Double Trouble?
Thinking of bringing a second pup into your home? Here we take a look at the pros and cons of having two...
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Technology Has Gone to the Dogs! Using Tech in Dog Training
Bringing a puppy home is one of the greatest joys in life. Puppy breathe, puppy bellies, puppy puddles. Wait, what? There’s a...
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Introducing a Cat to Your Dog Family
Introducing any pet to your family is always a tricky business — it’s a meeting that should take place with care and...
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Study: Your Cell Phone Could Be Causing Your Dog’s Depression
A new study found that dogs are more likely to suffer from depression if their owners spend too much time on their...
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How to Introduce a Cat to a Dog (And Keep the Peace in the Home!)
By Emma Williams When it is time to bring a cat into a house that already has a dog, you will want...
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Three Popular Approaches to Dog Training Explained
Whether you’re teaching basic obedience, fun tricks, or sports and agility, the methods you use will be based on one of three...
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Top 6 Tips For Training A New Dog
Whether you’re training a recently adopted puppy or a rescued adult dog, you’ll want to make sure she’s trained properly. This is...
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Is Your Dog Getting Into Trouble? It May Not Be His Fault!
by Marlene Kingston Dogs are wonderful pets and by nature, they are eager to please their humans. But, it can be hard...
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My Dog is Afraid of Other Dogs! What Should I Do?
Dogs are naturally social, with a tendency to be drawn to others. Just as some humans suffer from shyness, some dogs are...
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Beat the Back-to-School Dog Behavior Blues!
The dog days of summer will soon be behind us and for many parents, that means it’s nearly back-to-school time! While back-to-school...
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Risks & Rewards of Working From Home with a Dog in the House
Setting up shop and working from home can have numerous benefits, most notably, the ease of not having to go to an...
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8 Signs Your Dog is Uncomfortable, Anxious, or Stressed
Understanding what your dog does when he is uncomfortable, anxious, or stressed out can help you monitor his stress levels, calm him...
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This ONE Thing Cured My Doberman’s Separation Anxiety
Does your dog suffer from separation anxiety or noise phobias? My sure does. Or… I should say… did. These days, her anxiousness has...
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Crate Training 101
While a number of pet parents consider crate training to be unnecessary or cruel, that belief couldn’t be farther from the truth!...
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Dog Doesn’t Want a Cookie? Tips to Train a Dog That Couldn’t Care Less About Treats from FitDog
By Angela Brittain via Fitdog Training dogs that aren’t motivated with treats can be a daunting task. However, there are plenty of...
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5 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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5 Questions Dog Owners Ask When They Find Out You’re a Dog Trainer
by John Woods If you’ve got a job in a specialized field, you’re no doubt asked the same questions over and over...
