Dog Training

Articles in Dog Training

By dwing 1 comments
Do you need a dog bad behavior stopper? Does your dog do things you just can’t control, such as nuisance barking, chewing, jumping at or on people, and climbing on furniture, and other inappropriate undesirable behaviors? Does your yelling and ... more »
By marydisney 0 comments
Dogs come into our lives to help us lead a more balanced life (physically, emotionally and spiritually). If you are unbalanced in your life, your dog will show signs of behavior problems which really are a blessing in disguise. We can learn so ... more »
By MacDonald 1 comments
Did you know you can compete in agility with your mixed breed dog? A healthy, reasonably well mannered mutt of any size can compete through several national organizations. If your only knowledge of agility is watching world class competition on ... more »
By knewf 2 comments
Car sickness in dogs can be a real problem. Excessive drooling, vomiting, or eliminating can lead to a real mess to clean up in the car. Furthermore, when your dog always gets carsick,even taking him to the local vet can make him sicker... more »
By hugalli 0 comments
Pugs like to be the center of attention, but they become bored easily and can be destructive without an outlet for their energy. Engaging your dog in a wide range of activities is not only good for his health but is also a great way to keep him busy... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
Finding a stray dog can be intimidating and scary to both the dog and the human, and training and integrating him into your family takes lots of time and patience. Kennel training provides a sense of safety and security for all members of the ... more »
By webDogTrainer 0 comments
Want to know the best and worst place to adopt your next dog?.. more »
By apwil 0 comments
I didn’t make a conscious decision to get four dogs. It just happened that way. But it has been both fun and challenging. The first few weeks are the most critical and this article will show you how to make them as positive as possible for ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
When a friend or family member needs someone to pet sit her dog, she has the choice of bringing him to a kennel--which can get expensive--or she can turn to you. It's not enough to just look after someone's dog, however. You'll want to know when ... more »
By *Janet Ford 4 comments
So... you want to buy a new puppy that you can later exhibit at conformation shows and you're confused as to what you should be looking for when checking out that litter of furry little treasures? Read on and I'll try to take some of the mystery ... more »
By Eric Letendre 0 comments
Dogs are very social animals. When you raise a puppy you have a short window of opportunity to socialize your puppy around other dogs and people. The more socialized your dog is, the more stable your dog will be as an adult. Do everything you can ... more »
By tassie 2 comments
If you have a dog, like mine, who you would love to have around you while you mow the lawn, play sports in the nice weather, or simply not have to be stressed out or torn between guilt when you’re out and your dogs not because they can’t be ... more »
By pianistic 7 comments
It's easy to overlook things that may be harmful to your new puppy or might get chewed up. Here are some tips to help you puppy proof your home... more »
By Ryn Gargulinski 1 comments
Dogs are notorious for giving their owners unconditional love, especially after a long absence. Yet a few of them, like my dog Sawyer, may instead sulk, scoff and ignore you upon your return--hurt that he didn’t get to come along and annoyed you ... more »
By BrandyRain 1 comments
Have your pooch doing his tricks without saying a word! The two of you can communicate in your own secret language after following these steps... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
Whether he's a puppy or perhaps a rescue that needs some TLC, the process by which your dog becomes accustomed to animals, people and other situations without become fearful or aggressive is what's called socializing your dog. Here are a few tips ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
While socializing a dog is best done as a puppy, the old saying you can't teach an old dog new tricks is not true. There are numerous older dogs, many that were rescued from appalling situations, that learn to overcome their "emotional baggage" ... more »
By *Janet Ford 2 comments
As a coonhound breeder and avid sportswoman, I am often asked by my puppy buyers when and how they should start their puppies out in coonhunting. This short article should help you get started... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 0 comments
At some point in time, every pet owner will need someone to care for his pets. When a pet is like a family member, finding the right boarding facility can be a difficult task. There is a need in many areas for animal boarding businesses designed ... more »
By Hillary Marshall 2 comments
Lock up your shoes and laundry, your dog is a chewing addict. When you have a dog that likes to chew on things nothing is safe. They will chew on anything from toys to the corner of your cabinets. Chewing on things is natural for dogs, it's part ... more »
By Eric Letendre 1 comments
Digging is a common behavior problem for a lot of dog owners. If the problem is not fixed, digging can make your yard look like a war zone and become a hazard for anyone walking through. Here I will discuss the M.U.T.T. Method to remedy the ... more »
By knewf 2 comments
Dogs who throw a fit when other dogs go by their crates at a dog show are dreadful. Not only do they create a bad impression for you and your kennel, they can scare the living daylights out of people who walk by and other dogs. Creating a good ... more »
By eHow Pets Editor 1 comments
You're minding your own business, happily walking or riding your bicycle, when out of nowhere a mean dog appears on the scene, snarling, baring his teeth and looking for all the world as if he's going to sink them into your leg. There's no time ... more »
By Eric Letendre 1 comments
One of the biggest problems faced by new puppy owners is biting. Most puppies are very mouthy and it can be very frustrating. In this article I will offer some simple and effective ways to deal with puppy biting. If you follow the steps you will ... more »
By dlmiller 0 comments
Perhaps you want to keep your dog from wandering around the car during rides, or keep him safe while you are away at work. Maybe you want to use the crate for potty training or to teach your dog about bedtime. But he hates the crate. He struggles ... more »