Dog Training

Learn how to train a dog quick and easy. We have tons of articles, videos, how-to guides, interviews and advice from dog trainers and experts on training dogs, on how to train a puppy, how to housebreak a dog, puppy toilet training, most common dog training tricks and a lot more.

How to Stop a Dog From Barking

How To Stop A Dog From Barking: A Video Guide

Excessive barking is one of the most common complaints of dog owners. Of course, you can't expect your dog to never bark. Barking is...
Dog Shock Collars Controversy and What Experts Say

Dog Shock Collars Controversy: What Do the Experts Say?

It's no secret that dog shock collars are a controversial option for training a dog. Most people are incredibly divided on whether or not...
How to Stop Dog From Pooping in House

How to Stop Your Dog From Pooping in House or Dog Crate

After you adopt a pet, it'll be time to take up the training. Unfortunately, housebreaking a dog is one of the most tedious and...
How to Stop Dog Barking with Command Training

How to Stop Dog Barking with Command Training

There's no argument that dogs are our loyal companions that are a delight to play with. The problems arise when their incessant barking becomes excessive, which can...
Dog Trainer Salary - How Much Do They Get Paid

Dog Trainer’s Salary: How Much Do They Get Paid?

Ask any dog trainer and the first thing they'll tell you is that the rewards of dog training extend far beyond any amount of...
Essential Tips on Toilet Training for Dogs

3 Essential Tips on Toilet Training for Dogs

Let's be honest: how many of us wished for our puppies to learn to use a toilet when we first adopted them? What if instead...
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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...
ways to train a hyperactive dog to calm down

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...
Crate Training Your Dog

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....
Leash Training a 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...
Resource Guarding in Dogs

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...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...