A puppy isn't born knowing that your carpet is not an acceptable place to relieve himself. You are going to have to show it the ropes and train the puppy to hold it until it's time for a walk...
The key to proper training is positive reinforcement using treats and
unlimited praise. Be patient and avoid harsh punishment, and
you and your dog will both benefit. Follow these few steps to...
Use patience, encouragement and treats to teach your dog one of the most basic of all commands, "Sit."
Using a leash and jerking your dog's neck is not necessary to train him to heel. Tasty treats and an abundance of praise will usually do the trick.
Teaching your dog to "stay" involves the same positive reinforcement techniques necessary for all training. Be sure your dog understands a "release" command first so she'll know when it's OK to...
As with any sort of training, start your dog off slowly when teaching him to come, then gradually increase your expectations.
Barking is a natural and normal behavior in dogs. While there's not an exact science to reducing Rover's repetitive ruffs, here are some tips to help keep the peace.
Submissive/excitement urination is a natural response from a dog that has high energy, is submissive and/or nervous and shy. The key is to relax a high-strung dog and bring up the level of...
Does your dog urinate when you praise him? Run away when people approach? Bark uncontrollably? Here's how to help out your behaviorally challenged pet.
Sure, it's cute when a puppy jumps up on you - a demonstration of her affection - but it's important to break this habit early on. It's not so cute when a 90-pound dog tackles you (or your...
By evaluating the dog's breed and background as well as your home and lifestyle, you can assure your family of a fun and loving companion.
Prepare yourself and your home so that your new dog can quickly become comfortable in his new abode.
All dogs are required to be licensed. Licensing helps the recovery of lost or stray animals and helps protect the public from rabies, since licensed dogs must have proof of vaccination.
Barking, whining, escaping, destructive behavior or, in severe
cases, self-mutilation can be your dog's way of expressing
anxiety over your absence.
Care for a stray
dog so that he can either be returned to his proper owner or taken to the appropriate shelter.
The most effective way to locate your missing dog is to organize a search. Follow these steps.
Give your dog a checkup every day when you first get her, then examine her at least once a week to increase your awareness of her normal condition.
Others will see your
dog's name as a reflection of the dog's personality or even your own. Choose wisely, but have fun, too.
Care for a dog you find by attempting to return it to its owner.
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