Mushing Dictionary: A Guide To Dog Mushing Language
Are you interested in dog mushing? Before you get started, you'll need to learn the language of dog mushing.
Your Dog Can Text You When He’s Gotta Go With New Barking Mat
Are indoor pee puddles a common sight in your home? Break the habit with the Barking Mat, a cool new house training tool available through Indiegogo.
6 Common Mistakes You’re Making When Training Your Dog
We all make mistakes - even when it comes to our training our dogs. Let's go over the most common training mistakes and what you can do to correct them.
7 Essential Commands Every Trail Dog Should Know
When you're out in the wilderness for a hike, you want to make sure your dog listens to you. Before heading out, be sure your dog knows these commands.
Fix Leash Walking Problems With Rally-O
Dogs can learn everyday manners by practicing canine sports. If your pup struggles to walk politely on leash, it's Rally Obedience to the rescue!
How To Stop Your Dog From Lunging While Walking
Nothing ruins a walk faster than when your dog lunges as other dogs or people. Here's what to do to stop your dog from lunging while walking.
Teach Your Dog to Have an Off Switch
Dogs can be extremely persistent when they want a toy, food, or attention. Teach them to cool their jets in a few simple steps.
5 Things You Need to Know About Dog Growls
We all back off when we see a dog growling. There are a few reasons why a dog may be growling at you - here's what you need to know about this behavior.
How to Train a Blind Dog
As our pets age, they’ll inevitably begin to lose some of their senses – particularly their hearing and eyesight. And whether your dog has lost vision due to…
Best Dog Clickers
Clicker training can get you great results, so take a look at our selection of the best dog clickers on the market - and their pros and cons.
Head’s Up, Dog Trainers: Why You Should Treat Humans Like Dogs
Want to be a successful dog trainer? Take it from someone who’s taken more than a few classes. Kevin Roberts wants you to treat your human participants…
A Quick Fix to Doggie Doorbell Drama
Does the doorbell send your dog into a frenzy? A simple management solution will keep your dog from going bonkers when he hears "ding-dong!"
Can You Teach an Old Dog New Tricks?
You've all heard the adage, but does it hold any weight? Let's see if an old dog really can learn new tricks.
Best Puppy Training Pads
Puppy training pads help your pooch learn where to go potty and keep your floor protected from accidents in the meantime.
5 Basic Tips For Introducing Dogs To Strangers
A stranger is just a friend your dog hasn't met - make a good first impression with these five basic tips for introducing dogs to strangers.
Should I Train My Dog With a Clicker?
A clicker can make training your dog easier and fun. But before bringing one more tool into your training routine, make sure a clicker is right for you.
Winter Training Tips: Getting Started In Skijoring
Skijoring is a team sport. You and your dog work together to get around a trail, tour the back country or glide across the snow on your local golf course.
What Are The American Kennel Club Field Trials?
Need a challenge? A wonderful athletic event for hunting dogs, the American Kennel Club Field Trials will test your pooch's skills out in the field!
How To Stop A Dog From Barking
There's no way to teach a dog to stop barking, but there are way to curb this habit. We've got some tips that will teach you how to stop a dog from barking.
Best Dog Bark Control Collars
Dogs love to bark! Some, however, do it all the time. And that can be a bit of a problem with the neighbors. Dog bark control collars are here to make excessive barking a thing of the past.
How To Teach Your Dog Polite Café Manners
Going to the café is a doggie privilege, not a right. In a few simple steps, you can teach your pup to be polite in public.
How To Keep Your Senior Dog Active
Before you resign your aging pup to a sedentary retirement, consider these options to keep him physically active and mentally stimulated.
Should My Dog Sleep in My Bed or on the Floor?
Do you share the bed with your dog or does he have his own? Set clear rules for your dog to follow, and make sure the whole family sticks to them.
Dog Etiquette 101: 5 Ways How NOT to Greet a Dog
It's tempting to pet and hug every dog you come across, but that may be not what the pooch wants. Here's what you shouldn't do when greeting a dog.
Why Are Dogs Afraid of Vacuums?
The terrorizing whirl of the motor; its almighty sucking strength; and the fearsome reach of the hose. Do you need to ask: Why are dogs afraid of vacuums?
Teach Your Dog To Be A Canine Good Citizen
You may think your pup is already pretty awesome, but you can make sure that your dog has all the good manners to be considered a Canine Good Citizen.
How To Use Treats For Positive Reinforcement Dog Training
Come! Sit! Stay! Good dog - here's why using treats for positive reinforcement dog training will get your dog motivated to learn good behaviors and tricks.
6 Life Lessons Your Dog Can Teach You
Think of it as "Human Training." We already know how to "sit" and "stay," but there are valuable lessons your dog can teach you, if you're willing to learn.
Pros and Cons of Adopting an Adult Dog
Thinking of adopting a dog - that's a great idea! While most adopters are drawn the puppies, adult dogs have a great deal to offer.
How To Find The Right Dog Trainer For You And Your Dog
What’s the right way to train a dog? A professional explains how and why finding right dog trainer is personal. I’ve worked in the industry for a…
How To Train Your Dog to Take a Selfie
Say peanut butter and make those duck lips! Selfies are so in right now, so here's how to train your dog to take a selfie on his own.
Dog Scouts: It’s Not Just for Humans Anymore
Be prepared... to have a great time with your dog at Dog Scouts of America. Does your dog have what it takes to earn badges and learn important skills?
Can Dogs Be Racist?
Dogs love everyone... or do they? Is it possible for dogs to be racist? Let's look at a few reasons why you might think your dog a bias toward certain people.
7 Gifts for People Who Love Dog Training
Are there any dog training or dog sport fanatics on your holiday list? Our resident dog training pro hints at what she'd like to see under her tree.
What is Tracking Training for Dogs?
Ready to put your dog's nose to the test? A dog's nose is made for sniffing, so put it to good use - tracking training may be right for your pooch.
Don’t Want to Train? Use Management Instead
Training isn't the only option to improve your dog's manners or behavior issue. Learn the important role that management plays to stop unwanted behavior.
Engaging Training Gifts for Active Dogs (and Their Humans)
Whether naughty or nice, your energetic pup will love these gift ideas. Keep him busy all year long with ideas and products made for active dogs.
7 Reasons Why It’s Important to Properly Socialize Your Dog
Think of it as networking for dogs! Socialization is important - your dog needs to get out there, meet new people, and experience new places.
Beat the Winter Blues With Scent Games
Even when it's too cold to do much outdoors, you can create challenging activities for your dog to do inside your home. Curb your pup's cabin fever with these engaging scent games.
AKC’s Lure-Coursing Test Turns Mixed-Breed Dogs Into Tracking Champs
Put your dog's instinct to track with training from the AKC's official coursing class. And everyone's welcome to join - even mixed breed dogs!
Basic Dog Tricks: Shake A Paw
The shake a paw trick is a basic trick that should be one of your dog's standards that he can pull out when guests come over and he wants to impress them.
Association Of Professional Dog Trainers A Valuable Resource For Train
The Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) is an organization dedicated to promoting dog training and education for trainers and pet owners.
How to Teach Your Dog How To Wave
Imagine being able to teach your dog how to wave! This practical trick helps your dog break the ice with strangers, even from a distance.
How to Train a Deaf Dog
Whether your dog has lost his hearing due to age, illness or was simply born without this particular sense, he deserves to live his best life. And to ensure…
Dog Adolescence is Real: What to Expect From the Teen Years
The teen years are rebellious ones! Dogs may not be sneaking out of the house, but they may act out. Here's how you can survive your dog's adolescence.
Pulling For Urban Mushing – Is It The Right Activity For Your Dog?
If you want to give your dog an exceptional workout, you should try your hand at Urban Mushing. This sport is perfect for dogs with a high energy drive.
When You Should Start Training Your Rescue Dog
Congrats on your new family member! Once your rescue dog is settled in, how soon can you start training him?
Teach Your Dog to Love His Carrier
Make sure your dog is as excited about a trip away from home as you are! Follow these guidelines to teach your dog to love his carrier.
Best Dog Tunnels
Dog tunnels are an indispensable part of an agility training routine but can also be a fun accessory for playtime. Read on to find out which dog tunnels are the best on the market!
Teaching Your Dog to Leave It
The "Leave It" command can come in handy in a variety of situations. Follow these tips on properly teaching your dog to leave it.
How to Connect With a Skittish Dog
Dogs can be nervous for various reasons in many different situations. Here's how to connect properly with a skittish dog.
Why Do Dogs Hump?
It starts as a cute or embarrassing moment, but can it turn into a mounting behavior? Before jumping to conclusions, learn the reasons why dogs hump.
AKC Will Now Give Titles To Tricksters
Dogs and their humans enjoy the fun that comes with learning tricks, and the American Kennel Club is launching a new program just for dogs who do tricks!
Pee Problems: A Pro Shares How to Housetrain Any Dog
Get a trainer's perspective on why your new dog or puppy is peeing on your rug, and what you can do about it.
Simple Mealtime Solutions for Picky Eaters
Does your dog sniff his food and then walk away? It might be time to give your dog a new feeding routine, so he will live to eat, not just eat to live.
Why Do Some Dogs Pee While Doing Handstands?
Have you ever seen a dog mark his territory while balancing on his front legs? Here's why dogs pee while doing a handstand.
Lending A Helping Paw: What’s Involved In Therapy Dog Training
Does your pooch have the right stuff to make a difference and help people who need a furry friend the most? Then you should consider therapy dog training.
How To Deal With Dog Fights In Your Multiple-Dog Home
Break it up! Sibling rivalry between dogs is common and there’s bound to be disagreements. Here’s how to handle tense situations like a pro. Many…
“I Said ‘Sit’!” Help Your Dog Respond to Cues Outdoors
Does your dog know how to sit, stay, and come in the house? What about in the park? If that second question makes you cringe, you're not alone.
How To Train a Dog With High Prey Drive
There are some things you simply can’t train out of a dog and a high prey drive is one of them. It’s an inherent trait that all dogs possess in varying degre…