Dog Training

Many people, whether they live in urban or rural areas, have problems with their puppies and dogs running for the door whenever it opens. It's a problem because many times the dog will not halt...

You've brought your cute little puppy home, and you can't wait to begin your relationship. You've picked out the most comfortable bed for her to sleep on, bought her loads of fun toys and even...

Getting a new pet, whether it is a dog or a cat, can be one of the most joyful days of any household. However, the honeymoon soon ends once all the work of the new pet rears its head. For a...

Crate training your dog can be one of the best choices you will make when it comes to your pet. A crate trained dog will have a safe place to go, a place they view as their own, that taps into...

Now that you have a puppy, you will need to train it some important things to do. One of the most important things you will need to do is to train it to defecate and urinate outside. Training a...

The main source of puppy anxiety is separation from the pack. You, as the puppy's caretaker, are part of this pack. Symptoms of puppy anxiety are: destructive chewing; incessant barking;...

Dog training pads are a good tool to use when house breaking your puppy. These pads are designed to be super absorbent so no waste will get on your floor. This is important not just for...

Many people have asked me how my dog was house-trained so quickly. It is really quite simple if you have the time, patience and love for your new little poochie.

Basic obedience skills are important for your dog to learn for a number of reasons, including your pet's safety. Teaching your dog the basic commands of "sit" and "stay" can stop him from bolting...

Dogs jump at the door due to overexcitement, to assert dominance or because the behavior is rewarded. Locking the dog in another room as a correction simply results in damage to a different door....

When your dog wants to go outside, it will either look at you when standing by the door, tap on the door with its paw, bark or jump on the door. Dogs may more likely jump on glass doors when...

Anyone who has ever brought home a new puppy knows how the excitement of the first days clash with the frustration of nighttime. The puppy wanders through the house crying for its mother and...

Got a new member of the family? Is that special little one wanting to use the bathroom wherever he/she wants to? Well, don't fret, I'm here to help!

Its raining, cold, windy, coffee is brewing and you are in your jammies. You have a reasonably intelligent dog who actually wants to go out before the sun comes up. So, let your canine pal go...

If your life is as busy as mine, this little trick will make things much smoother for you and your pup! Plus, no noisy barking or scratching at the door, and best of all, no puddles or accidents...

Training a puppy or older dog to use a doggie door can be good for both the pet owner and the animal itself. You will have more freedom to come and go without having to worry about letting the dog...

Do you have a problem dachshund? Does it stand there, looking like a statue? Finding cold wet spots on the carpet? Had trainers and bought books and nothing works? It's peeing on your carpet...

Teaching your dog to sit at the front door before going for a walk is a good practice. It teaches discipline and shows your dog who's boss. It also protects against bolting out the front door. It...

Ever get tired of your dog running into your house and not shutting the door behind him? Believe it or not, this is a pretty easy trick to teach a dog. My dog learned it one afternoon in less...

Potty training a puppy can be so frustrating at times that you might wonder why you got a puppy in the first place. You'll need to remember to employ plenty of patience as your puppy goes through...

In my experience as a trainer of labradors, I find that as I raise and train that it's the people that need the traing. A dog will grow and reflect the qualities of its owner. Lazy owner=Lazy dog.

You will learn the best way to potty train your dog by using the "bell method."

Congratulations! You have just added to the love in your home by adopting a new puppy. But that little bundle of joy needs potty training pronto! This does not have to be as stressful as it...

Although adopting a four legged member into your family will provide years of entertainment, unconditional love and loyalty, the first few weeks can be full of trepidation and unknown expectations...

Do you wish there was an easy way to potty train a puppy? Forget newspapers, puppy pads, and horrible odors. This psychological training method is harmless, easy, and beneficial to a great...

Dogs bark, it's a fact of life. There are times when you want them to bark, like when an intruder is breaking into your home or someone is harming you or them. But there are certainly times when...

A dog crate is one of the most valuable training tools available to pet owners. Not only does it satisfy the dog's need for a "den," it can stop the dog from engaging in destructive chewing and...

An easy way to house train your family's new best friend. You'll learn effective techniques on how to house train your new puppy. This technique can make house training your puppy easier making...

Does your dog rush excitedly to the door every time the doorbell rings to see who it is? Do you find yourself with the door opened a tiny crack and your foot wedged between the door and the dog...

Great tips to help you potty train your new puppy. Starting the potty training right away is important in avoiding accidents.

Dogs and puppies can learn to enjoy or even love their crates! Dogs are naturally den animals; if done properly, a crate can offer a quiet, safe retreat for your canine companion, and can also aid...

Barking, an inherited trait for dogs, is their method of communication with other animals and people. While dogs will bark for a number of different reasons, many owners find it helpful to teach...

It is really easy to train your dog to help out around the house by closing doors on command.

Potty pads offer a great way to housebreak a puppy. These pads are made out of absorbent materials that have been pre-sprayed with the pheromones that attract dogs. Some potty pads even contain...

Are you just exhausted with trying to potty train your dog to go outside? I know! I've been there. It can be really hard. My dogs had so many accidents in my house I wanted to cry. However, I...

I trained my dog to ring a bell when he wants to go out. It is a pretty simple process.

Train a dog to use a doggie door by placing them on leash, approaching the door and then issuing a command. Learn more about training a dog to use a doggie door with tips from an experienced dog...

Most dogs that need to wear a harness or a head collar are dogs that will pull you every which way on your walks together. Sometimes a collar is not enough, and the dog needs more restraint to...

Dogs are intelligent animals that can be taught to perform a variety of tricks and behaviors. These can be as simple as sitting or shaking hands or as complicated as opening a car door....

Teaching a dog to use a doggy door can be intimidating because it is based on a confined space. Use treats that are particularly desirable to teach a dog to use a doggy door with help from a dog...

House training a puppy is difficult even for a person home all day to watch the dog's behavior. But for those who work all day, it can take longer to reinforce the idea of where and when the puppy...

A dog training bell can be an awesome way to get your dog house broken. Younger dogs are easier to train using a bell, but even older dogs can learn this very useful trick.

Let's face it; house training your new puppy is essential, but it is not the easiest thing to do. It requires a much more direct effort on your part than any other training, and no matter how good...

So you just got a new dog and want people to see that it can do more than lick itself (and others) in inappropriate places. Or maybe you've finally decided that it's time to show your old dog...

Training a dog to walk on a loose leash is very important. In addition, the leash can provide numerous training opportunities for both the dog owner and the dog.

Dog lovers know that inviting dogs into their lives reduces stress and increases their sense of well-being. But for many dog owners, leash training a dog can be stressful for dog and human alike....

Like children all puppies are different in how they mature and progress. Of course the best way to train (house break) a puppy is having it's parents around to follow and learn from however in...

I have always had a dog but I am especially drawn to the poodle family. They are the ones I have had the most experience with since they are usually kept in doors. Here are some tips that I can...

A lot of dogs do not like going into the crate, usually because there was some type of negative association made with the crate at an early age. If your dog or puppy does not like the...

Crate training is extremely important and every dog should be crate trained. At some point in your dog's life he is going to have to travel, visit the vet or get groomed. Each one of these...