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Ten Reasons Your Dog May Develop Behavior Problems

By Sarah Fulcher on 01/05/2017

Bad behavior: the big picture

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What Squirrel? 10 Techniques for Training with Distractions

By Casey Lomonaco on 06/09/2016

For trainers of all skill levels, proofing a behavior for reliability despite strong environmental distractions is one of the most elusive training goals. But hope is on the horizon. Here are 10 techniques that can set up both you and your dog for successful distraction training.

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Spa Day: How to Train Your Dog to Love a Bath, a Brushing, or Even a Mani/Pedi

By Colleen Koch on 02/09/2016

Imagine a life where your dog loves being groomed. When you pull out the brush or nail trimmers, your dog comes running—just as if you opened a new bag of treats. How would that make you feel?

It is never too late to train your pet to love being bathed or brushed. With a little time and patience, you and your puppy, adult, or senior dog can look forward to sharing relaxing grooming time.

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Holiday Manners 101

By Irith Bloom on 12/09/2015

Holidays are fun, right?

The holidays are nearly here. Visitors, music, food… what could be better?

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Keeping the Holiday Peace: How to Crate Train Your Dog

By Casey Lomonaco on 11/03/2015

The holiday season is both joyous and hectic. Most of us are busy decorating, shopping for and wrapping presents, cooking, cleaning the house, and entertaining friends and family. With all this excitement, the family dog is often under-stimulated and underfoot—a situation that can lead to big trouble!

 

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