The Importance of Nose Work for Dogs and How to Train Them
Everyone knows that dogs have much sharper sense of smell than us humans, but did you know that it's good for them to exercise...
5 Ways to Train a Hyperactive Dog to Calm Down
My Yorkshire Terrier is almost 9 years old, and every day I think, “How is he still just as hyper as he was 9...
7 Tips for Crate Training Your Dog
Most professionals in the pet industry agree that crate training is an effective and humane method to use with any puppy or adult dog....
9 Resources on Leash Training Dogs
Leash training is one of the most frustrating parts of dog training. It takes a lot of time and patience. Depending on the dog's...
Interview: Tips and Tricks for Family Dog Training
Each week I get the opportunity to speak with an expert in the pet industry, and this week I was fortunate enough to have...
8 Tips on How to Deal With Resource Guarding in Dogs
Resource guarding in dogs is the term used when a dog shows behaviors such as growling or snapping to convince humans or other animals...
Agility Training For Dogs: The Ultimate Beginners Guide
Watching the clever Border Collie, Tex, win the 2015 Westminster Dog Agility Contest or the whip-quick retriever, Joy, earn the large dog agility prize...
How to Stop Dog Begging Behavior
Those big, round eyes, that adorable cocked head, the forlorn little whimpers... it’s hard to resist a dog who’s begging for scraps, but learning...
7 Tips on Why Do Dogs Howl and How To Get Them to Stop
Last week I discussed the hot topic of dogs that lick all the time, this week I want to shed some light onto an...
How to Get a Puppy to Stop Barking
Is your puppy barking mad? If so, take solace in knowing that it is completely natural and normal behavior. Still, it's extremely frustrating to...
Interview: The Importance of Mental Stimulation for Your Dog
Getting your pet out and about for some exercise is an important responsibility. Without adequate exercise your dog could become bored, lazy and begin...
Ask a Dog Trainer: Training Dogs with Electronic Shock Collars
Training a dog isn't something to venture into lightly. There are numerous methods of dog training, and every canine responds differently to each one. Finding...