Barking
Why Dogs Bark Dogs bark for a variety of reasons, and it is a form of normal communication: Alert barking springs from territoriality, barrier frustration, or a combination of the […]
Body Language (Dogs)
Nonverbal communication fascinates most of us animal lovers, and who can blame us for wanting to understand our furry friends? But reading the body language of another species is quite […]
Thinking about Adopting a Puppy
Here are a few things to consider when thinking about adopting a puppy vs. an adult dog: Puppies Time intensive and sleep depriving Puppies need a huge time commitment from […]
Find It Command (with video)
Benefit When your dog knows “find it,” you can distract them away from or pass distractions in the environment. It’s also a great way to give your dog a mental […]
Heel Command
Benefit The definition of heel is for your dog to be at your left side, walking parallel to you with no more than six inches between you. The right side […]
House-Training Adult Dog
Even the smartest, best-trained dog can have accidents, especially when getting used to a new home. It is important to give your dog the benefit of the doubt and treat […]
Head Halters and Harnesses
Why using an anti-pull device like a head halter or front-buckle harness is a great idea: To prevent your dog from pulling on leash in a humane and natural way […]
Go to Your Bed
Benefit Teaching your dog to go to their bed (or crate) is relatively easy and very useful. Not only can you direct your dog to go lie down in situations […]
Separating Fighting Dogs
Just like people, dogs need time to build relationships with new siblings—or with the new dog next door. The key to relationship-building is to keep the early stages as quarrel-free […]
Stay Command
Benefit Stay is one of the most useful commands you can teach your dog. You can use it to keep your dog from overwhelming visitors to your house, prevent begging […]
Front Door Quiet
Benefit The idea behind this exercise is to allow your dog to bark when there is someone at the door, but for them to be quiet when told. Keep in […]
Food and Resource Guarding
What Is Resource Guarding Behavior? Resource guarding behavior is a demonstration of possessiveness around any thing or place the dog considers valuable and is afraid to lose: toys, food, bones, […]