Dog Training

How to Break a Collie's Bad Habits

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

The collie, the breed made famous by Lassie, is part of the herding group. It is very intelligent and easy to train. Collies are sensitive, loyal and sweet companions. They are highly protective of their family members and get along well with ... more »

How to Break a Dog's bad Habits When House Training

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

House training a dog can be a long process. Dogs and puppies will have many accidents while they are learning. Some dogs house train really quickly but stubborn dogs can take a long time to fully understand where to go. You must handle accidents ... more »

How to Break a Pitbull's bad Habits

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Dogs develop bad habits due to boredom, anxiety, lack of exercise and frustration. Positive training methods should be used to communicate and reinforce acceptable behavior and to work on correcting these bad habits. Pitbulls have a natural ... more »

How to Break a Puppy From Accidents When Greeted

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

It is not unusual for puppies to have accidents when they are excited, and it often occurs when the puppy is greeted by someone he likes. This behavior will usually disappear on its own once the puppy matures and gains better bladder control. ... more »

How to Break a Rottweiler's Bad Habits

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Rottweilers are large breed dogs. As with any large dog, it is necessary to break a rottweiler's bad habits before the habits become acceptable to the dog. Some bad habits, such as jumping on people can cause injury. Other bad habits, such as ... more »

How to Break a Shetland Sheepdog's Bad Habits

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

The Shetland Sheepdog is one of the most intelligent breeds. Part of the herding group, this breed is highly trainable and willing to please. The Shetland Sheepdog has some bad habits, including constant barking and chasing anything. These dogs ... more »

How to Build a Backyard Agility Course

By Eric Letendre

0 comments

Agility is a great activity for dogs. Unfortunately, it is difficult for dog owners to find an agility course to practice on. The basic agility course is made up of jumps, weave poles, tire jump, tunnel, seesaw, catwalk and pause table. In this ... more »

How to Build a Dog Jump

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

A dog jump is a very basic piece of equipment used in canine agility training and can be very effective when properly utilized. It teaches dogs to listen and to follow directions and also boosts their self-confidence. A dog jump is simple and ... more »

How to Buy Clothes for Your Dog

By *Tidbits

0 comments

Paris Hilton is not the only person who enjoys seeing her dog fashionably dressed. Dog owners across the country love having their pooch properly dressed and accessorized. After all, some dog owners think of their pets as their children and ... more »

How to Buy Pet Barriers

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Pet barriers keep an animal restricted to a specific area or limit his accessibility to a certain room. Barriers come in a variety of sizes and offer special features that allow you to tailor the device to your specific needs. Research the ... more »

How to Calm a Dog During a Storm

By bbrassell

1 comments

If your dog pants, become restless, or feels the need to remain very close to you during a storm, he/she is experiencing storm anxiety. Not being able to understand the origin of the loud thunder, crashing lightning, and pounding rain is ... more »

How to Calm a Fearful Dog

By dlmiller

0 comments

There’s nothing wrong with being afraid or strange places, people or noises, but if your dog is overly fearful, he can develop aggressive issues. Your dog’s fear might stem from many things, including a lack of socialization or even abuse. Or ... more »

How to Calm a Restless Dog

By Kristie Leong M.D.

0 comments

If you happen to share your home with a dog that's constantly looking for action, what can you do to soothe the situation and return some peace to your home? Here are some ways to calm a restless dog... more »

How to Calm an Anxious Dog

By dmmcmah

0 comments

If you're dog has separation anxiety or is just plain hyper, here are some tricks to keep him occupied... more »

How to Calm Down a Playful Large Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Large dogs don't always realize how large they are. When they get excited, they sometimes turn into gigantic playful monsters. It's one thing if the dog is yours or you enjoy playing with a dog of that size, but if you're an innocent bystander ... more »

How to Care for Boarding Animals

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

As the owner of a boarding facility for animals, it's your responsibility to provide the best care possible for pets left under your supervision. The clients expect that the basic needs and any other services they have requested will be carried ... more »

How to Catch a Runaway Puppy

By Matthias Niska

0 comments

Most puppies take a long time to learn the boundaries of their yard and some never learn. For this reason, it’s a good idea to keep your puppy tethered or in a fenced-in area when she is outside alone, until she has learned where she can and ... more »

How to Change a Pet's Behavior

By meadowfield

0 comments

You may have heard psychologists say that praise is better than punishment. This is true for animals as well as humans. Pets respond better to positive feelings because they can share those feelings with us, whereas our distress is more ... more »

How to Choose a Dog Containment System

By SecurePets

0 comments

Although most dog containment systems work the same way (you bury a boundary wire around your property, and your dog receives a static correction via a collar receiver when he gets too close to it), many of the systems have features that makes ... more »

How to Choose a Dog for Agility Training

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Any dog can benefit from the self confidence and exercise he'll gain when he masters agility obstacles. All healthy dogs can participate in dog agility, but if you wish to compete professionally, you need a special dog with intelligence and interest... more »

How to Choose a Dog Leash

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

A dog leash does more than just allow you to walk your dog. A leash is a bond that allows you to communicate with your dog. Use it to express to your dog what you want him to do and to urge his obedience... more »

How to choose your dog name

By hbenlulu

0 comments

Coming up with the right female dog names is not always an easy task. There are many reasons why choosing female dog names is so difficult; in fact, some people find they have more trouble naming their female dog than they do naming their ... more »

How to Clean Up Puppy Accidents

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

Puppies and accidents are synonymous and can be the source of frustration for pet owners who are housebreaking their dogs. Cleaning up accidents is important not only for the purposes of keeping your floor clean, but also to prevent dogs from ... more »

How to Clean up Your Dog's Waste in Public Parks

By eHow Pets Editor

0 comments

In dog parks your dog's waste isn't a terrible concern, since there are always waste baskets and poop scoops nearby, but in public parks this may not be the case. With a little forethought, however, you can be prepared for whenever and wherever ... more »

How to Clean your DOG'S EARS

By BigDaddyUSMC

0 comments

If you want to clean your dog's ear yourself instead of taking then to a groomer or Vet. There are certain precautions. Here are some easy-to-follow steps..Remember to be gently & have some dog treat handly to reward your dog... more »

Check Out All Categories

Articles in Dog Training