How to Teach Your New Dog 7 Essential Commands
New puppy or rescue at home? Teaching basic cues is one of the best ways to help your dog feel safe, confident and connected to you — and it’s an…
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Why Positive Reinforcement Is the Gold Standard in Dog Training
If you’ve spent even five minutes researching dog training, you’ve probably seen the phrase positive reinforcement everywhere. But what does it actually mean — and why do so many experts…
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Is It Ever OK To Use a Shock Collar on Your Dog?
Few topics spark as much tension in the dog-parenting world as shock collars.Some people swear by them for curbing barking or keeping a pup from roaming.Others say they’re flat-out cruel.…
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Event Staff Drop Everything After Spotting a Tiny Fuzzy Baby Hiding Under a Dumpster
At the Log Cabin, a hospitality group in Springfield, Massachusetts, the team is usually busy planning weddings, corporate events and celebrations of all kinds. But recently, their workday took a…
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How to Use a Clicker to Train Your Dog
Clicker training — also called mark and reward — is one of the simplest, most effective ways to teach your dog new skills. It uses a tiny handheld device that…
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Teacher’s “Crazy Idea” Turns First Grade Classroom Into A Safe Haven For Over 110 Foster Puppies
In 2022, first grade teacher Brooke Hughes had what she admits sounded a little wild at first: fostering puppies right inside her classroom. What began as a hopeful thought quickly…
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Shelter Dog With “Ducky” Feet and a Wiggly Walk Wins Hearts — And a Second Chance
When a stray dog named Ducky arrived at Lancaster Animal Care Center in Lancaster, California, staff expected the usual nerves that come with shelter life. Instead, they were met with…
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Terrified Rescue Dog Learns The Meaning Of Love
Meadow was a terrified dog who hadn’t been treated kindly by humans in her past. This was the heartwarming moment she asked her loving foster dad for her first pets …
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Leash Training 101: How To Leash Train Your Dog For Stress-Free, Happy Walks
Need to train your dog how to walk politely on a leash? Walks aren’t just for exercise — they’re a bonding moment, a confidence booster and the perfect chance to…
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