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Anyone who has ever raised a puppy knows that training these adorable little monsters can be challenging. While most puppies can learn the essentials within six to eight weeks (such as potty training ...

Why Teaching Basic Commands is Important Firstly, understanding the importance of training is very necessary before actually doing the commands. Managing a dog that has been properly trained is so ...

A dog is shown participating in fly-ball at the Bully Walk at Woodward Park. MARK CROSSE Fresno Bee Staff Photo Dear Old Trainer: I saw an Australian Shepherd jump over her human’s arm on command. I’d ...

Many dog owners know just how hard it can be to train a mischievous pup to follow commands, especially when it seems like they're just ignoring every word you say. But according to one dog trainer, it ...

Any new dog owner will teach their pet basic tricks like 'sit', 'lie down' and 'shake', but one overlooked command could have ...

Getting a dog is a huge commitment, particularly when it comes to training them to behave in their new home. But different ...

Dogs are man's best friend but some breeds are more responsive to training than others. According to Everypaw Pet Insurance, online searches for ‘how to train your puppy’ have risen by 22% over the ...

If you’re a dog person then you know most things improve in the company of a good dog: walks, runs, drives, hikes, hunts, cold beers, and camping trips, just to name a few. By the same token, not much ...