Dog Training

Learn how to train a dog quick and easy. We have tons of articles, videos, how-to guides, interviews and advice from dog trainers and experts on training dogs, on how to train a puppy, how to housebreak a dog, puppy toilet training, most common dog training tricks and a lot more.

AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification - Everything You Need to Know

Canine Good Citizen Certification: Everything You Need to Know

The AKC Canine Good Citizen program provides a solid foundation of behavioral training for your dog, but it also comes with some unexpected additional...
7 Tips for Managing a Multi-pet Household with Kids

7 Tips for Managing a Multi-pet Household with Kids

There’s nothing so heartwarming as a big family, but it’s true that it can get a bit chaotic at times. A household with multiple...
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How To Teach A Dog To Use A Dog Door

Do you have an active dog that's always on the wrong side of the door wanting to go in and out? Do you have a young puppy or older dog that needs frequent bathroom breaks? The idea of a dog door can sound appealing, but you need to know how to teach a dog to use a dog door and ensure that your pet will stay safely within the boundary of your yard before purchasing one.
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for Multi-Dog Families

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
Lessons on Effectively Crate Training Adult Dog

How to Crate Training an Older Dog: The Best Way to Kennel Train and...

Our dogs love their crates. But crate training an older dog is one of the most misunderstood ways of the house training process. Tons of people...
How To Train A Dog To Walk On A Leash

8 Tips on How to Train a Dog to Walk on a Leash

Learning how to train a dog to walk on a leash may be a bit more challenging than you think, especially if your canine companion is stubborn.
How To Calm Down A Dog

How to Calm Down a Dog

Few things are more frustrating than an over excited dog. Learning how to calm down a dog will save you a lot of headaches.
Indiana Pet Store Directory, Dog Parks, Shelters and More

Indiana Pet Stores, Dog Parks, Shelters, and More

Located in the Great Lakes region, Indiana is often known as The Hoosier State and certainly has a ton of amazing sites to explore...
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15 Vital Safety Tips for Training Dogs with Shock Collars

An electronic dog collar is a dog training device, also known as dog shock collar, that delivers a small electric shock when the trainer presses...
How To Make Dogs Get Along

How to Make Dogs Get Along with Each Other

Whether you are introducing a new dog into your home or staying with friends/family that have a dog, you'll need to know how to make dogs get along. Here are my 7 tips for it.
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7 Important Training Cues on How to Walk a Blind Dog

Living with a blind dog means you are their eyes. I know this is a tough journey for fur parents when their beloved pups go...

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Fun Halloween Activity for Dogs: Doggy Playdates in Costume

110 Best Dog Halloween Costumes

Halloween is just around the corner, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween costumes for dogs! In this article, we have compiled a huge...
Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...