eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.
Our four-legged friends mean the world to us. Make sure Spot, Morris and all your cuddly creatures are taken care of with eHow pointers on pet health, pet boarding, pet care and more. If man's best friend doesn't have the best of manners, maybe it's time for some pet training. Sick of the cat using your couch as a scratching post? Check out all of our pet advice and helpful pet information.
Showing 1-50 of 365 results
House Train a Cat
House training a cat involves encouraging positive behavior, like using the litter box, scratching on appropriate surfaces and behaving well with all members in the home. Master each area of a...
How to Train a Cat to Scratch a Post
Training a cat to scratch on a post instead of the furniture involves making the new scratching post a positive and hospitable area. Incorporate treats and fun toys near the new scratching post...
Kitty Litter Training
When training a kitten or cat to use a litter box, start off with a shallow container that is easy for him to get into, and provide a few containers around the house. Encourage a cat's natural...
How to Litter Train an Older Puppy
Litter training, also known as paper training, an older puppy can be beneficial if the dog is indoors for the majority of the day. Train a dog to eliminate only on a designated papered spot in the...
How Do I Train My Dog to Eat Slower?
Training a dog to eat slower is important, especially for larger breeds, and it can be done by spreading the food out in a large pan, using a special bowl made for fast eaters or using a treat...
How to Train a Dog to Walk on Stairs
Training dogs to walk on stairs is best done when they are a young puppy, but using treats on each step is a great way to get a dog of any age to climb the stairs. Introduce stairs to puppies so...
How to Stop a Dog From Barking in a Crate
Stopping a dog from barking in a crate begins with proper crate training where the dog feels comfortable and relaxed when locked up, but positive reinforcement during quiet times is another...
How to Train Using a Dog Whistle
Training using a dog whistle is similar to any other training, which incorporates positive reinforcement and consistency. Assign different whistle sounds for each command with tips from an...
How to Get a Dog Used to Plane Trips in a Crate
Getting dogs used to plane trips in a crate begins with proper crate training, but a veterinary-prescribed sedative could be used to help calm their nerves. Offer plenty of toys and bedding in the...
How to Train a Parrot
Techniques for training a parrot are largely based on whether or not the bird is wild or tame, because a wild bird will take longer to train. Find out how tame birds require a great deal of...
Potty Training Problems With Dogs
Common potty training problems involve using a crate that is too big for a puppy, because this could lead to a puppy that goes to the bathroom on one side of the crate before sleeping on the other...
Pet Training Supplies
Common pet training supplies include a nylon slip chain, a prompt collar and electronic collars. Discover why there are fewer corrections involved when using prompt collars with help from a...
How to Train a Dog in Agility
When training a dog for agility, it's important to have a dog that is responsive and has a great relationship with the owner. Find out how improved agility can give a dog a great sense of...
How to Train a Puppy Not to Bite
When training a puppy not to bite, some of the most important factors are body language and tone of voice. Learn about using a light bop on the chin or a muzzle grab to train a puppy not to bite...
Dog Crate Training
Dog crate training is important in being able to control a dog's environment and letting her know who is in charge. Feed a dog in her crate to give her a positive association with the crate with...
Dog Whistle Training Techniques
Dog whistle training is done with a dog whistle that humans can't often hear, and it is used to pair a sound with a command so that a dog can learn a behavior more quickly. Find out how clickers...
Training 2 Puppies at the Same Time
When training two puppies at the same time, two handlers or trainers should be used so that each dog gets undivided attention. Discover the benefits of letting one puppy watch the other puppy...
Crate Training Pros & Cons
Some of the pros of crate training include the peace of mind of knowing where a dog is all the time, controlling its environment and letting it know who's in charge. Learn about the cons of crate...
How to Train Puppies on a Leash
There are different kinds of leashes and collars, and when a puppy is being trained on a leash, he should wear the collar for a few days beforehand. Learn about the importance of training a puppy...
Training a Rabbit
The best way to train a rabbit is with positive reinforcement and gentle negative reinforcement, such as squirting them lightly with water. Discover why it's important to be consistent when...
How to Toilet-Train a Cat
Training a cat to use the toilet is often discouraged because it is an unnatural act for a cat, so a cat should be trained to use a litter box. Learn about kits that people can use to teach their...
How to Run With Your Dog
When running with a dog, keep the leash on the right side and the dog on the left side. Learn how to run with your dog in this free video on dog training from a professional dog trainer.
How to Care for a Dying Dog
When caring for a dying dog, try not to act like you feel sorry for them, just act like you always have with them. Look after a dying dog with the tips in this free video on dog training from a...
How to Train a Dog Not to Bite
Training your dog not to bite should not be emotional; training a dog when scared or angry will not lead to discipline or a healthy relationship between dog and owner. Teach your dog to stop...
How to House Train a Dog
Crate training a dog is a popular house training technique that gives the pet dog a den and establishes healthy behaviors for using the bathroom and accepting dominance. Potty train dogs and keep...
How to Introduce a New Dog to Your Home
Crate training a dog is a good way to introduce a new dog to your home, as is touring the house with the dog on a leash and puppy-proofing your home. Help your dog get used to a new home with...
How to Train an Attack Dog
Training an attack dog should be done under professional supervision with someone that knows the dog breed. Find out more about training an attack dog with tips from an experienced dog trainer in...
Training Labs to Hunt
When training a lab to hunt, choose a lab that comes from a hunting lines and has natural abilities and drives for hunting. Train a lab to hunt with tips from an experienced dog trainer in this...
Cat Environment Enrichment: Clicker Training
Enrich a cat's environment with a reward system call clicker training. Learn more about clicker training from an experienced animal clinic worker in this free video on cat care.
How to Train a Goat
Goats can be trained to pull carts, be pack animals or do specialty tricks through repetitive training. Stay patient when training goats because it requires a lot of repetition and advice from a...
How to House-Train a Puppy
House-training a puppy is all about patience, being realistic and teaching a puppy where they can go in the house. Get a puppy to recognize that outside is the place for urination and defecation...
How to Potty-Train a Puppy
Potty-training a puppy is all about patience, being realistic and teaching a puppy where they can go in the house. Get a puppy to recognize that outside is the place for urination and defecation...
Raising Lab Puppies
When raising Labrador puppies, make sure that the time between six and 12 weeks of age is spent getting them used to their environment and training them. Understand that Labrador puppies can grow...
Training Dog to Pick Up Toys
Train a dog to pick up toys by getting the dog interested in the toy and rewarding them as soon as they pick up the item. Use a clicker or treat for training a dog to pick something up with...
How to Train Your Dog to Pull Carts
Training a dog to pull a cart begins by getting the dog comfortable wearing a sturdy, cushioned harness that doesn't put pressure on the neck or back. Start training a dog with a light cart using...
Training a Rescue Dog
Training a rescue dog often requires assistance from a professional search-and-rescue organization that can help with tracking and scent training. Find a dog that is curious, active and motivated...
How to Train Your Dog to Stop Barking
Train your dog to stop barking by training them to bark on command and ignoring off-command barking, or redirecting barking dogs with a toy or crate. Use cooked chicken or natural dog treats to...
How to Train Your Dog to Heel
Training a dog to heel can start off the leash with treats and positive reinforcement before continuing training on the leash during walks. Teach a dog to heel on command with a certified dog...
Dog Agility Sequencing & Training
Sequencing and obstacle referencing is at the heart of dog agility training as shown in this free video clip. Train a dog to reference voice commands with tasks on an agility course as they run it.
Dog Agility Training: Weaving
Weaving through poles and obstacles is a large part of any dog agility course and training for this is important. Teach any dog how to weave through an agility course by using the advice in this...
Dog Agility Training: Jumping
Jumping over poles and obstacles is a large part of any dog agility course and training for this is important. Teach any dog how to jump through an agility course by using the advice in this free...
Training Kids for Pig Shows
It's important to teach kids to stay calm for pig shows. Learn about training kids to show pigs for livestock judging and auctions from an FFA member in this free animal husbandry video.
Bit-less Horse Bridles
Bit-less horse bridles are often used on young horses for early training. Learn more about bit-less horse bridles with tips from a horse trainer in this free horse care video.
How to Train Your Dog in Three Simple Steps
Training a dog in three simple steps is done by being consistent with language, using the same physical commands and being fair and rewarding. It's important to be able to keep a dog's attention...
How to Train a Dog to Fetch a Newspaper
When training a dog to fetch the newspaper, it should be rewarded for touching the newspaper on the owner's command. Work up to picking up a newspaper and returning it with help from a dog trainer...
How to Train Your Dog to Poop in 1 Spot
Try to stay detached from a dog when training them to poop in the same spot, and practice patience as well. Try moving a dog's feces to the proper location with help from a dog trainer in this...
How to Train a Dog on a Treadmill
Training a dog to use a treadmill can be useful for giving a dog exercise in a small area. Get a dog used to the sound of a treadmill before training them to use it with help from a dog trainer in...
How to Train a Dog to Get a Beer From the Fridge
Training a dog to get a beer from a refrigerator is easier if the dog already knows how to retrieve items and handle them gently. Tie something to a refrigerator to help a dog to open the...
How to Train Dog Not to Bite
Teach a dog what pressure will stop play when they are using their mouth. It's helpful to teach a dog to release objects in their mouth when training them not to bite with help from a dog trainer...
Dog Agility Training Places
There are many places within the community to teach your dog agility training tricks. Learn how to find dog agility training places with tips from a professional dog trainer in this free pet care...