Dog Training

Person teaching a dog to trade with a bone and some treats
How to Teach a Dog to Trade
Many of us have been involved in an inadvertent game of “keep away” with our dogs — when the dog snatches something and then refuses to give it up....Read More
person teaching a dog how to sit outdoors
How to Teach a Dog to Sit in 3 Easy Steps
Teaching a dog to sit can be useful in instances where you need your dog to stop jumping on something (or someone) or to wait politely an...Read More
person using a toy as a reward to teach a dog to come
How to Teach a Dog to Come
Teaching your dog to come when called is a great safety tool to have in place....Read More
Dog being taught how to back up
How to Teach a Dog to 'Back Up'
Walking backward or backing up doesn’t come naturally to most dogs, so it’s a dog training skill they have to learn....Read More
small dog lying on furniture
How to Teach a Dog 'Off'
You can teach a dog the “off” command to get your dog to move from a spot where you don’t want them....Read More
Dog who has been taught to go to his place waiting patiently in that spot
How to Teach a Dog 'Go to Your Place'
Teaching a dog to go to a specific place can be helpful when you need your dog to settle down or stay in a particular spot for a while....Read More
dog jumping up on a person
How to Stop Dogs From Jumping on People
Dogs jumping on people as a greeting can be unpleasant or even dangerous. Even small dogs jumping can startle someone or cause them to lose their balance....Read More
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How to Stop Dog Submissive Urination and Excited Peeing
When dogs pee at inappropriate times, it is sometimes known as submissive urination or excited peeing....Read More
Dog and woman looking into each other's eyes.
How to Stop Dog Mouthing
If you watch dogs play together, they often mouth each other in a sort of mock bite....Read More
Two puppies chewing on shoe laces, an example of destructive dog chewing
How to Stop Destructive Dog Chewing
Dog chewing is a normal canine behavior, especially for puppies who are exploring the world around them and learning how to use...Read More
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