We all know that some basic obedience training makes dogs more fun to be around. What many of us don’t know is that it has other, less obvious, benefits. Obedience training helps your dog see you as her leader, and it also gives her a mental workout-something that many canines need just as much as […]
So how do you stop it? Stop rewarding the behavior. Whether it’s a new puppy or an older dog, never let your dog or pup get anywhere she’s pulling. You’re walking her, not the other way around. Causesulling on the leash is a common problem, hence the old “Who’s walking who?” joke. And many of […]
The “come” command-also known as the recall-is one of the most important skills to teach your dog. Not only will a solid recall help you avoid those embarrassing games of catch-me-if-you-can when you’re trying to leave the dog park, but it will help keep your dog safe off-leash. How to teach “come” Start by […]
The simple act of holding still is a huge challenge for some dogs, especially wriggly young pups. To teach a rock-solid stay, start small and make it easy for your dog to get it right. For an energetic young puppy, that may mean half-second stays. That’s fine-from half a second you can build to one […]
After your dog has learned the “sit” command, it’s time to teach “down.” Start in a familiar place, like your house or yard, where there aren’t any tempting distractions. How to teach “down”: The food lure method The easiest way to teach “down” is to use a tasty food treat or piece of kibble, […]
“Sit” is one of the simplest commands, but it’s incredibly useful-after all, your dog can’t jump all over a guest, dash into traffic, or do any number of things you don’t want her to do when she’s sitting. How to teach “sit”: The food lure method from a standing position This method uses a […]
