Our dogs are social animals that love nothing more than being by our side. However, the strong bond they share with us can lead many to become anxious and stressed when they’re alone. This can reveal itself in destructive behaviors such as barking, whining, and chewing.
Dogs with separation anxiety can be extremely difficult to crate…
If you’ve recently brought home a puppy or rescued a dog from a shelter, then you’re likely ready to work on basic obedience training. One of the most important skills you can teach your dog is to come when called.
This skill is crucial as it can be life-saving. For example, if your dog were to…
While new puppies are irresistibly adorable, they take a lot of work to properly train. It can almost feel like having a new human baby in the home when you have a puppy who is only a few months old join your family. There are so many things to teach a new puppy so that…
Whether you have just adopted your first puppy or are a long-time dog owner, you may be feeling a little confused about how often you should train your dog. This is because you’ll see different answers from different trainers, and most classes you can take your dog to last around an hour.
We’re going to try…
Teaching your dog new tricks is a fun way to bond with your pup and increase their overall obedience. One of the most classic tricks you can teach your dog is to play dead – this skill is a great way to impress your friends while giving your dog extra love and attention.
To help you…
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…
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…