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Large and medium dog breeds make great family pets, but require different care and training techniques depending on the breed. Learn to care for a variety of dog breeds from a certified dog trainer in this free video series on dog care and obedience.
There are 26 videos in this series:
Caring for a Bernese Mountain Dog requires special attention to grooming and energy needs, as well as extensive leash training due to the breed's size and power. Feed Bernese Mountain Dogs the appropriate diet for a large, moderately-active dog breed with help from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
To care for a boxer, begin training the dog or puppy immediately, exercise the dog a lot, arrange playtime with other bulldog breeds and be sure to feed a high-quality diet. Consider putting a sweater on a boxer in cold climates with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Because chow chows can be aggressive guard dogs, this dog breed should be taught how to be handled by the owner and strangers using a strong leadership program of training. Groom chow chows regularly to keep their heavy undercoats under control with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Collies are generally herding dogs that require training to keep them busy, so that they do not get restless. Give collies a good diet, lots of exercise and a moderate amount of grooming with instructions from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Caring for a dalmatian requires giving the dog lots of exercise and obedience training in order to tire out this active breed, which was bred to run. Feed dalmatians a diet for high energy dog breeds using advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
To care for a golden retriever, provide lots of obedience training and learn about how this dog breed uses its mouth for many things. Train golden retrievers to walk gently on a leash, because of their size and power, with help from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Caring for a Great Dane requires socializing the dog from the time it is a puppy with people and other dogs, despite their generally friendly demeanor. Learn about how slow-moving and lazy Great Danes can be with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
When caring for a greyhound dog, put a sweater on them to protect them from cold weather and watch out for a high predatory drive. Because of their large haunches, train greyhounds to lay down instead of the standard sit command. Learn more about caring for greyhound dogs and puppies with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Labradoodles are very friendly designer dogs that require a diet for active dog breeds, lots of exercise and training to prevent jumping. Train labradoodles to greet people calmly and sit in order to be pet with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
To care for a Labrador Retriever, avoid over-feeding and under-exercising the dog, provide good leadership and spend time doing obedience training. Find out the history of the Labrador Retriever with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Newfoundlands are giant dogs with very heavy coats that require a lot of care and attention. Take friendly, affectionate Newfoundlands swimming or boating, and keep them from jumping too much, using tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Rhodesian ridgeback dogs and puppies require a great deal of obedience training and will need a strong leader in order to be a manageable dog. Care for Rhodesian ridgebacks by keeping them warm in the winter with advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Because Rottweiler puppies grow into large, powerful dogs, proper care includes good obedience training with positive reinforcement and humane methods. Watch out for aggressive, territorial Rottweiler behavior and provide plenty of exercise with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Proper care for a Saint Bernard includes obedience training starting as a puppy, so that once the dog is full grown it can be controlled. Feed Saint Bernards a diet suitable for large-boned dogs that grow fast and consider advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
A Siberian husky is bred to run and pull, so proper care includes plenty of exercise, a high-calorie diet and obedience training that focuses on coming to their owner. Brush a Siberian husky two or three times a week with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Standard poodles are very fun family dogs that require basic obedience training and lots of grooming. Train a poodle to do tricks and other things for their owner with help from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Proper care for a Weimaraner should include utilizing the gun dog instincts of the breed with basic obedience and agility training. Pay attention to diet and exercise with Weimaraners using tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
The Akita Inu is a Japanese dog that requires good coat care for their long, thick fur and obedience training on how to behave around strangers. Find out why Akitas are good for families that only want one dog with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Caring for an Alaskan Malamute requires a lot of grooming, as well as obedience training that teachings the dog or puppy to look to the owner for behavior cues. Consider getting more than one Alaskan Malamute to fulfill their pack tendencies using advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
American pit bull terriers were bred for fighting and require socialization with other dogs very early in order to teach control in exciting situations. Physically and mentally exercise pit bulls to wear them out with instructions from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Proper care for an American Staffordshire terrier includes utilizing the breed's high energy, enthusiasm and intelligence with proper obedience training and exercise. Learn about how the American Staffordshire terrier is similar to a pit bull, but with more companion instincts, with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Australian shepherds are high-energy dogs that need lots of physical and mental exercise in the form of agility training and dog sports. Watch out for nipping behavior in Australian shepherd dogs with tips from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
English springer spaniels make great house pets, but because of their heavy, drop ears and furry paws, they require special grooming and vet care. Check English springer spaniel ears regularly for signs of infection with instructions from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Care for an Irish setter by giving the dog lots of mental and physical exercise, as well as a good diet to support their beautiful coats. Find out about how loyal and graceful Irish setters can be with information from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Caring for an Italian greyhound requires keeping the dog warm in cold weather and watching out for their delicate legs and bones. Avoid harsh reprimands with emotionally sensitive Italian greyhounds and consider advice from a certified dog trainer in this free video on dog care and obedience.
Dogs can bring an infinite amount of joy and companionship into people's lives. Coming home to a wagging tail and an eager smile creates a feeling of love and happiness and can make anyone feel needed as part of an intimate family. In fact, studies have shown that having a pet can reduce stress, lower blood pressure and relieve depression. Whether favorite activities to share with a puppy include a long walk in the park or just watching television on the couch, it's important to show dogs just as much love as they show their owners. Can't decide what dog breed to get as a family pet? In this free video series on dog care and obedience, an experienced dog trainer explains how to care for different breeds of dogs. Get information on caring for and training boxers, greyhounds, Great Danes and Bernese Mountain Dogs. Learn pet care information for golden retrievers, Labrador retrievers and standard poodles. Find out about a variety of other large and medium dog breeds in these free videos on dog care.
Nancy Frensley Nancy Frensley is a certified pet dog trainer. She has been a dog trainer and behaviorist since 1985. Frensley is the K-9 program leader and training manager of the K-9 College at the Berkeley East Bay Human Society.dkdk
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