Teach Dog Fetch

Teaching your dog to fetch is a wonderful activity. A dog that retrieves tends to get more exercise than a dog that doesn't. With a retriever, it's easy for you to just stand in one spot and throw a ball for your dog.

A lot of dogs like to chase after the ball and bring it towards the owner. When the dog gets close enough he/she... more »

Puppies and grown dogs don't automatically know how to play, nor can they immediately tell the difference between play and aggressiveness. It's up to you to teach him. Here are some steps to get your pup used to the idea of playtime. more »

Seeing a dog put away his toys is a fun trick to watch. While it may take some time to master this multi-phase training, the rewards are worth it. more »

Nuisance barking can be frustrating and cause friction with your neighbors. Dogs bark for a variety of reasons, and determining the underlying cause can be challenging. Bark collars may help as long as your dog isn't fearful, but they don't fix the reason he's barking in the first place. There are several strategies that you can... more »