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Ignorance is Bliss: Real-World Use of Modifiers with a Search & Rescue Dog
By Ken Ramirez on 05/24/2018How to Teach Loose-Leash Walking
By KPCT on 05/24/2018Get 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 04/27/2018Originally 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.
Agility: Teach Your Dog to Enjoy Movement Underfoot
By Deborah Jones PhD on 03/08/2018An 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.
Into the Woods
By Lori Chamberland on 02/08/2018Take a hike!
If your New Year's resolution is to be more active, be sure to include your dog in your plans!
New Year's Resolutions, Clicker-Style!
By Aidan Bindoff on 01/04/2018When you make your New Year's resolutions this year, why not include your dog? Popular resolutions such as "get more exercise" can easily include the family pet, and many spiritual, personal growth, environmental, and philanthropical goals can include your best friend, too. Here are our top 7 ideas for including a favorite canine in your New Year's resolutions.
