Commands offer a basic language for you to communicate with your dog, and when they're paired with a solid foundation of socialization, you end up with a very good boy or girl. While dogs can learn ...

Training a dog isn’t just about tricks or obedience competitions. It’s about communication, safety, and building a solid bond between you and your furry companion. Whether you have a tiny puppy or a ...

DEAR PET TALK: What commands should I teach my dog? – DOG LOVER DEAR DOG LOVER: This month, “Pet Talk” began at the beginning, and in the last two weeks we’ve written about the best practices when it ...

A dog learning to sit when he hears a whistle proved his listening skills were intact when an unexpected noise started going off in the house. A family has been working on getting their doodle to ...

A dog trainer has urged owners to think twice before teaching puppies to 'sit', as they claim that an alternative command is ...

No matter their age, breed or temperament, every dog can benefit and thrive from dog training We love dogs for being dogs. Their comforting presence as they lie at our feet. Their cute little grunts ...

LOS ANGELES - Your mutt isn't destined to be a movie star, therapy dog, bomb-sniffing expert, AKC champion or working K9? No worries. He or she still can be a well-behaved pet. A basic obedience class ...

It was about six weeks into a beginners level dog obedience class when one of the students showed up without her dog. Her dog had had some kind of medical procedure which prevented it from being in ...

If you’ve ever tried to get a hungry pup to “sit” before dinner, you know it’s less about training and more about testing your negotiation skills. Puppies have the attention span of a paperclip and ...

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