Our canine companions find body language much easier to process and understand than verbal communication. Incorporating hand signals into your dog’s training – and not just relying on voice commands – will therefore bring forth quicker and more effective results. In this guide, we’ll cover all the benefits of using dog training hand signals, and more…

Contrary to the popular saying, it’s never too late to teach an older dog new tricks! Many individuals may think that when they adopt an older dog or raise a dog that develops undesirable habits in adulthood, all hope is lost for correcting bad behavior or training their dog new skills. However, dogs of any…

Training your dog is an important thing to think about whether you’ve had your furry friend for a while or have recently added a new pup to your family. There are plenty of benefits to dog training that can increase your bond with your dog and their overall happiness. However, deciding how to train your…

Training a young herding dog can be a challenge, especially if you aren’t familiar with this industrious breed. Not only do these dogs have loads of energy, but they also require mental stimulation to stay happy and healthy. However, while working with herding dogs can be tasking, these animals make excellent family pets and can…

Walks should be fun, relaxing, and a time to bond with your companion. But if your dog doesn’t listen to you and is determined to be anywhere but by your side? Even a short walk can be stressful, exhausting, and fill you with dread. Interesting scents and sights, other animals, excess energy – there are plenty…

Having a dog that can happily sleep in a crate can be very useful, especially if that dog would otherwise be chewing up the couch cushions in the house while you’re away. Crates are also great for travel (the safest way to transport a dog in a vehicle is inside a crate), and some dogs…

Puppies may be a joy to play with, but training them not to drool, chew, or break things in your home is another matter. Enter the puppy pen and crate. Dog enclosures are a great way to keep your pup (and your sofa) safe while training them to be responsible residents of the house. However, crates…

If your dog barks, growls, and lunges at everything in sight, then they may have an aggression problem. Appeasing your dog when they’re in this state can be difficult and embarrassing, especially if it occurs during public scenarios like your daily walk! While the occasional bark or nip is normal, aggressive behavior is a serious…

For a dog, nothing beats running freely without the hindrance of a leash. Not only does it provide the autonomy to explore and play, but it also means your dog can tap into their instincts and practice their innate problem-solving skills. However, while off-leash activity is great for your dog, adequate training is needed for…