Bringing a new puppy into my house always makes me more observant and attentive as I watch my new dog learn to adapt to this novel environment. My new pup is a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, that ...

If you’ve welcomed a new dog into your home - a puppy or a rescue dog - then you’re probably wondering what the most important dog commands are to teach them at first. These exercises can include ways ...

Training dogs is a multifaceted process usually involving more than just teaching them to sit and stay. What’s more, successful training is not one-size-fits-all as every pup responds to a different, ...

This story was produced by Cristal Dyer and distributed by Next Net. Dog obedience directly improves community safety. Well-trained dogs are easier to control, less likely to act aggressively, and ...

A horse may not drink when they are led to water, but puppies and dogs are a different story -- if they’re properly schooled. Dog training school teaches a variety of essential commands and techniques ...

When we consider a dog's intelligence, we are usually thinking about how obedient or trainable it is. Although being intelligent does impact how a dog learns, the genetics of each breed can determine ...

Question: I took my German Shepherd to obedience training with a trainer who used treats. My dog learned how to do the basics — sit, lie down, stay. I want him to listen to me because he respects me, ...

My dog, Charlie, is a very picky eater. Sometimes he will eat both his daily meals; sometimes he won’t. Whenever he does eat, he tends to take a very long time to finish his food. He will eat a bite ...

Obedience training for a canine friend can make for a lifelong safe relationship between dog and owner. The Bay Area has numerous humane and fun opportunities for Fido to learn how to sit and stay.

When you bring a dog into your life, it’s natural to want to shower them with cuddles and spoil them. But at the same time, you want your pup to be well-behaved—that’s where training and commands come ...