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Training your dog is vital to his happiness and your own. Learn about getting your dog in a training class here. Get tips from our experienced dog owners about how to discipline bad behavior as well.

How To Use Your Dog to Meet New People

 
 
 
 
 
October 7, 2008
By Collin Walker
Do you find yourself watching too much reality TV lately? Maybe it’s time you DVR this week’s episode of Dancing with the Stars and get out and meet new people. If you and...

How To Prepare Your Dog for a Baby’s Arrival

 
 
 
 
 
October 1, 2008
By katie deen
Introducing a new baby to your home is an exciting and joyous occasion. But, if you haven't prepared your pet for this day, it can be a very confusing event for him. Get started...

How To Prevent Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
September 30, 2008
By Scott Gray
Hip Dysplasia in dogs is a common concern, can owners actually prevent it from occurring in their beloved, faithful canine friends and if so, how?

How To Care for a Diabetic Dog

 
 
 
 
 
September 23, 2008
By Collin Walker
It's shocking to hear that your dog has been diagnosed with diabetes, but it doesn't mean an end to her life. Proper diet and insulin treatment can ensure her several more...

How To Handle a Dog in Heat

 
 
 
 
 
September 23, 2008
By Collin Walker
If your female dog has not been spayed and she is above the age of 9 months, you can expect her to go into heat approximately two times a year. The duration of heat will be about...

How To Teach Your Dog to Fetch

 
 
 
 
 
September 17, 2008
By katie deen
Many dog owners mistakenly assume that their pet will have the innate ability to fetch. They are disappointed when their tossed ball is greeted with absolutely no reaction from...

How To Crate Train Your Puppy

 
 
 
 
 
September 5, 2008
By Collin Walker
Crate training your puppy will aid in potty training and keep your house free from chewing and other destructive behaviors that adorable puppies exhibit.

How To Keep Your Dog Off of Your Furniture

 
 
 
 
 
September 4, 2008
By katie deen
It can be hard to catch your pup in the act, but he leaves behind mountains of evidence when he has been relaxing on your furniture. If you're finding dog hair on your recliner,...

How To Handle a Dog Attack

 
 
 
 
 
August 26, 2008
By Akshay Surendran
The article gives some useful tips on how to handle a dog attack and also suggestions for preventing such an attack.

How To Train Your Dog To Greet Your Guests

 
 
 
 
 
August 22, 2008
By Collin Walker
We are typically more successful in getting our dogs NOT TO DO something by training them TO DO what we want. The arrival of quests is an exciting event for a dog and often an...

How To Teach Your Dog to Walk on a Treadmill

 
 
 
 
 
August 14, 2008
By Dorraine Fisher
All dogs need a walk every day, but sometimes the weather won't allow it, or you just don't have the time. If you have a treadmill in the house, teaching your dog to use it can...

How To Get Your Dog To Take Medicine

 
 
 
 
 
August 6, 2008
By Collin Walker
Never mind the peanut butter, the hot dog pieces, the fancy butters, or anything else the local yuppie pet store is trying to sell you. Most dogs will take pills with nothing...

How To Build an Agility Training Tire Jump

 
 
 
 
 
July 2, 2008
By Collin Walker
Build a tire jump to train your dog at home, without spending tons of money.What you will need: (x4) 20-inch PVC pipes (x2) 5-inch PVC pipes (x2) 47-inch PVC pipes (x2) 37-inch...

How To Train Your Dog To Stay

 
 
 
 
 
June 12, 2008
By shelly seigler
Teaching your dog to stay in one place can be helpful in a variety of situations. If another animal or person wanders into your yard, then you don’t want your pooch to start...

How To Make the Trip to the Vet Successful

 
 
 
 
 
April 30, 2008
By Collin Walker
The vet’s office can be a scary place for you and your pooch. With all the excitement of different animals and smells, your dog can lose focus and misbehave. Here are the simple...

How To Make Barking a Thing of the Past

 
 
 
 
 
April 29, 2008
By Collin Walker
A barking dog can become a problem. Neighbors hate it and you can’t sleep. Dogs bark for a number of reasons, and you must determine the cause before treating the problem....

How To Teach Your Dog to Potty in One Area of the Yard

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2008
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By Nicole Wilde
Although owners love their dogs, they don’t love the results of the dogs using the entire back yard as a potty area. Here’s how to teach your dog to potty in one specific area....

How To Become a Dog Trainer

 
 
 
 
 
April 3, 2008
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By Nicole Wilde
Are you a dog lover who is considering turning your passion into a profession? It takes more to be a trainer than a love of dogs--here’s the inside scoop from an experienced...

How To Help Your Shy or Fearful Dog

 
 
 
 
 
April 1, 2008
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By Nicole Wilde
Dogs can be shy or fearful for many reasons, including genetics, lack of early socialization, and traumatic experience. Regardless of the reason, there are things you can do to...

How To Read a Dog's Body Language

 
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2008
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By Nicole Wilde
Understanding canine body language can offer insight into a dog’s emotional state. Some physical signals are obvious, some subtle, and some, misunderstood.

How To Prevent Your Dog From Marking His Territory

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2008
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By Ty Brown
There are three key things that you must do to keep your dog from marking his territory. Supervision, correction, and obedience training will get you to your goal of a clean house.

How To Crate Train Your Dog

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2008
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By Heather Maxfield
Teaching your dog to go into a crate is an invaluable tool for housebreaking, and a safe way for him to travel. It also provides him with a space all to himself when he needs alone...

How To Prepare for and Find the Perfect Puppy

 
 
 
 
 
February 15, 2008
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By Colleen Del Bane
There is much to consider before getting a brand new puppy. The following steps should make the transition to pet ownership much smoother.

How To Decide If You Should Enroll Yourself and Your Dog in Search and Rescue Training

 
 
 
 
 
January 25, 2008
By Harry Oakes
Almost every day over the last 22 years, I've received a telephone call or email from someone interested in joining K-9 Search and Rescue. They want to know who to contact in their...

How To Manage Canine Separation Anxiety

 
 
 
 
 
December 17, 2007
By Edward Susmilch
Canine separation anxiety can be an extremely complex issue. Treatment can include medical intervention, but oftentimes behavioral modification can go a long ways to helping your...

How To Teach Your Dog to Lie Down

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2007
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By Eleanor Scheidemann
Begin your obedience training with simple behaviors. First teach "sit", then teach "lie down".

How To Train Your Dog to Sit

 
 
 
 
 
November 14, 2007
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By Eleanor Scheidemann
Dog obedience training is the process of teaching your dog behaviors. This article starts the process with the "sit" command.

How To Communicate with Your Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 12, 2007
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By Eleanor Scheidemann
The dog training method you use depends on how you choose to communicate with your dog. And, this is where trainers split camp. The two camps are positive trainers and correction...

How To Establish Yourself as Alpha Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 12, 2007
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By Eleanor Scheidemann

How To Understand How Dogs Learn

 
 
 
 
 
November 12, 2007
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By Eleanor Scheidemann
Things you need to know about dog training before you train your dog.

How To Get Your Dog to Fetch Beer

 
 
 
 
 
November 1, 2007
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By Eric Rogers
Owning a dog is a richly rewarding experience that improves the quality of one’s life in many fun ways. Dogs are tried and true companions… they encourage us to spend more...

How To Be a Responsible Dog Owner

 
 
 
 
 
October 15, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
Adopting a dog is often an emotional experience, in which people look at the ball of fur that they might take home and melt. As adorable as puppies are, it is essential that you...

How To Teach a Dog "Go Home"

 
 
 
 
 
October 5, 2007
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By Jules Nye
Sometimes it is easier for a dog to go to a particular place instead of a person. “Go Home” is a cue asking the dog to race to your front door.

How To Crate Train a Dog

 
 
 
 
 
October 5, 2007
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By Jules Nye
These steps will help you teach your dog to enjoy his crate.

How To Teach a Dog to Wait

 
 
 
 
 
October 4, 2007
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By Jules Nye
Want a dog who waits when you open the door? Follow these seven steps.

How To Install an Invisible Electric Dog Fence

 
 
 
 
 
August 12, 2007
By Edward Susmilch
Although there are numerous invisible electric dog fences on the market, most of them have simple installation methods that are consistent through all the products. Armed with...

How To Select an Invisible Electric Dog Fence

 
 
 
 
 
August 8, 2007
By Edward Susmilch
There are many different options available to the consumer when selecting an invisible electric dog fence. Many dog owners do not even know the questions needed to make an informed...

How To Teach Your Puppy Manners

 
 
 
 
 
July 11, 2007
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By Beverly Block
Training a puppy is a lot of fun and responsibility. He needs your love, care, and guidance to help him along the way.

How To Get Your Dog to Come to You

 
 
 
 
 
June 25, 2007
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By Becky Bishop
USUALLY WHEN A DOG WILL NOT COME TO YOU IT’S AN OWNER-CREATED PROBLEM. If your dog doesn't come when he's called, it's very likely an owner-created or family-created...

How To "Potty Bell" Train Your Puppy

 
 
 
 
 
April 3, 2007
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By Becky Bishop
Most dogs do not cry or bark to let us know they need to go out and do their business. Guide dogs for the blind are trained to make contact with a string of bells hanging from...

How To Socialize a Puppy Safely

 
 
 
 
 
April 3, 2007
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By Becky Bishop
People are sometimes warned not to take their puppies out in public until they are fully vaccinated for fear that the puppy might catch disease. But times have changed and most...

How To Observe Dining Etiquette with Your Dog

 
 
 
 
 
January 30, 2007
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By Brian McDonald
An increasing number of restaurants in our country are taking a tip from the French (even if they are reluctant to admit it) by embracing the idea of pet-inclusive dining. Welcome...

How To Buy Bark Control Collars for Your Dog

 
 
 
 
 
December 14, 2006
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By Linette Gerlach
Dogs use barking, whining, and howling to communicate. Some dogs like to "talk" more than others; they may have learned to get attention by making noise. If your dog's...

How To Stop Dog Aggression

 
 
 
 
 
December 11, 2006
By Amy Bender
Most of us who share our lives with dogs consider them to be members of the family. Thus, it's extremely difficult when our four-legged companion displays aggressive...

How To Breed Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
November 29, 2006
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By Mary Stasiewicz
Making the decision to breed dogs is one which should be made out of love for the breed as opposed to an opportunity to make money. Responsible breeders should seek to breed their...

How To Find Attack Dog Training

 
 
 
 
 
September 29, 2006
By Darcy Logan
There are two major reasons you might want your dog to receive attack dog training: for protection or for competition. If you want to train your dog for protection, you'll...

How To Teach Your Dog Tricks

 
 
 
 
 
September 29, 2006
By Darcy Logan
Teaching your dog tricks is every dog owner's dream, but you must start with basic obedience. Your dog should know the basic commands (sit, down, heel, stand, and come) before...

How To Buy Dog Training Collars

 
 
 
 
 
September 29, 2006
By Darcy Logan
With three major types of dog training collars to choose from, an owner should consider carefully all his options before buying a dog training collar. Each dog training collar...

How To Stop Dog Behavior Problems

 
 
 
 
 
July 8, 2006
By Amy Bender
There is nothing more frustrating than dealing with an ill-mannered dog. Whether your dog is jumping on everyone he meets, chewing on furniture, barking, digging, or soiling in...

How To Buy Dog Training Equipment

 
 
 
 
 
July 8, 2006
By Amy Bender
Training your dog can see like an overwhelming task, but purchasing the right equipment is the best way to start off on the right foot. There are several things to add to your...
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