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Can Cats and Dogs Be Friends?

By Joan Orr on 08/15/2018

"They fight like cats and dogs."

This saying reflects the commonly held belief that dogs and cats just can't get along because they are natural enemies. People who share their homes with both species, or who have read The Incredible Journey, know that this is not true. Dogs and cats can form fast friendships. It is life experiences with members of the other species, and not an inborn animosity, that determines how cats and dogs feel about each other.

SUP PUP! Teach Your Dog to Ride a Stand-Up Paddleboard

By Terrie Hayward on 07/18/2018

What’s “SUP?”

How to Clicker Train Your Dog to Stay in the Yard

By Steve Benjamin on 07/17/2018

Draw the lines yourself

Would you like to train your dog to stay in your yard without resorting to electrical shock?

Ignorance is Bliss: Real-World Use of Modifiers with a Search & Rescue Dog

By Ken Ramirez on 05/24/2018

A search-and-rescue start

How to Teach Loose-Leash Walking

By KPCT on 05/24/2018

Get your dog to walk without pulling! But how? We are masters at allowing our dogs to drag us down the street. The most asked question at obedience classes and private consultations is "how can I get my dog not to pull on his leash?"

Adopting a Shelter or Rescue Dog: How to Find the Right Match

By Irith Bloom on 04/27/2018

Originally published 10/01/2010.

Adding to the family

October is the American Humane Association’s Adopt-A-Dog Month. Adding a dog to your household can bring great joy, but adopting a pet is a bit like looking for a roommate or significant other—the more you know beforehand, the greater the odds of a successful relationship. If you already have other pets, it can be even harder to find the right match. To ensure a successful adoption, think carefully about what it is you're looking for before you go to select a pet.

Choosing the Right Treats

By Lori Chamberland on 04/03/2018

Agility: Teach Your Dog to Enjoy Movement Underfoot

By Deborah Jones PhD on 03/08/2018

An obstacle that can cause a great deal of difficulty for agility dogs is the teeter. If you think about it, it makes absolutely no sense to run up a board that slams to the ground when you reach the top. Any smart dog would have to wonder why he should do such a ridiculous thing.