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Does your dog love to shred?Some dogs really enjoy getting into tissues, toilet paper, and paper towels and going to town on them. If they get into the bathroom, or [...]
Does your dog love to shred?Some dogs really enjoy getting into tissues, toilet paper, and paper towels and going to town on them. If they get into the bathroom, or [...]
We all want a dog who’s really well-behaved when they’re off their leash, right? For most dog parents, it’s one of the most desirable qualities a canine can have. But, our [...]
Having a reactive dog does come with its challenges, and living in an apartment can make things more tricky. You might not have as much space, and you’ll likely come [...]
Punishment is out of fashion when it comes to dog training. Positive reinforcement is all the rage — and for good reason. However, punishment doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad [...]
Dogs are social animals, and separation anxiety is likely going to be something you’ll have to manage — particularly if you get a new puppy.However, there are some mistakes that new [...]
As dog parents, we’re responsible for looking after their health. And, while it’s important that we respect our pups’ boundaries wherever possible, sometimes we do need to handle them to [...]
A DOG TRAINER has revealed the two dog breeds he absolutely hates - and for good reason.Adam Spivey, the director of Southend Dog Training, took to his social media account to share [...]
Like humans, no dog is perfect — despite what we might like to think about our own pups! There might well be things you’d like to change when it comes to your [...]
When it comes to training your dog, it’s easy to think of it as a challenge to overcome, or something to win — like there's some kind of finish line [...]
Does your dog enjoy wearing their harness?Not all dogs do, but it’s a good idea to get your pup used to wearing various types of gear, as it can come [...]
When all you want is a nice, leisurely walk with your pup, leash pulling can be something of a nightmare. You might think you’re doing everything right on your walks, from [...]
If you’re a dog parent, you’ll probably be all too familiar with those times when your pup seems to have an almost infinite supply of energy. But while it’s great [...]
A walk might be one of the most exciting things for your dog to experience in their day. And, this means that dogs can often be very excited when it’s [...]
Walking on a long leash is a skill that’s important for dogs to learn. In situations when it’s not appropriate or safe for your dog to be off their lead, [...]
Humans have lived alongside dogs for thousands of years, and you might think that by this point we know all there is to know about our canine companions.However, that’s not [...]
Bringing home a puppy is one of the best feelings in the world. Although it comes with its challenges, starting your journey as a pet parent is such an exciting [...]
When you’re training your pup, you’re in partnership together. Sure, there are things you’re hoping your dog will do, but at the same time you’re improving your relationship and bond [...]
When it comes to the most challenging parts of being a dog owner, there's no denying that dealing with reactive behavior is at the top of the list. Whether it's excessive [...]
Is training your dog proving to be a major challenge? If so, you're not alone. With so much conflicting advice out there, it can be difficult to know the best [...]
While some dogs growl more than others, growling is natural for dogs. However, many people punish dogs for displaying this natural behavior. It makes sense that some people might think [...]
Training dogs isn’t always easy, and there are things that you might struggle with – even if you’re a seasoned dog parent with many years of experience under your belt. However, [...]
Just as humans go through physical and behavioral changes as teenagers, dogs do too. Your dog’s adolescent phase won’t last forever, of course, but it can be a difficult time [...]
When spring arrives and the days begin to get warmer and longer, many of us like to spend more time outside with our pups. Whether it’s longer walks, trips to [...]
It’s important to take the time to relax, and that goes for not only humans but for our furry friends, too. Even if your dog seems to have limitless energy, [...]
When you’re outside in public with your dog, you might find yourself faced with some challenges that you won’t have at home. There’s more going on, and more things happening [...]
When we're meeting a new dog for the first time, we all want to make a good impression and help them to feel relaxed around us. This is especially true [...]
If you've got a reactive dog on your hands, then one of their triggers might be other dogs. This can make things tricky when it comes to walk time, as [...]
Sometimes, you need your dog to pay attention to you straight away. This might be to help keep them out of danger, or simply because you need them to go [...]
When your dog’s behaving well, you want to see it more regularly, right? Well, it’s easy to encourage good behavior when you see it, so that your pup is more [...]
Introduction:Ensuring their well-being and obedience is paramount in a world where our furry companions are cherished family members. For dog owners in Knoxville and beyond, finding reliable and effective training [...]
Dogs need exercise, and many of us as dog parents aim to provide it in the form of daily walks. Walking your dog is great – it’s a way to [...]
Everyone will have different rules for their dogs when it comes to things like being allowed on furniture or sleeping in human beds, and that’s okay!But, regardless of how relaxed [...]
When your dog doesn’t seem to stop barking you’d be forgiven for feeling frustrated and annoyed. If you’re in public, it can feel embarrassing, and if you’re at home trying [...]
There’s so much advice out there for dog parents, from books to TV shows to social media influencers to well-meaning friends and relatives, that it can be easy to make [...]
It probably goes without saying, but we all want our dogs to be happy. Compared to us humans, their lives are short, and we want to make them as good [...]
Does your dog get the ‘zoomies’? Particularly if you’ve had your dog since they were a puppy, you’ve probably seen them have the zoomies – or frenetic random activity periods (FRAPS) [...]
All dogs need walks, but some walks can be more enriching and fulfilling than others. It’s understandable that, sometimes, we might be in a rush or stressed for other reasons [...]
Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting adventure filled with cuddles, playful antics, and boundless energy. However, along with the joyous moments, new pet parents often face behavioural issues [...]
No matter where you live, you can use your surroundings to train your dog. Whether you live somewhere with lots of green space and parks — and maybe a huge yard [...]
A reader whose lovely puppy is starting to show worrying behaviour writes — and Ben Randall has some expert advice. Getting a puppy is embarking on a great adventure — and [...]
It’s a good idea for your dog to learn loose-leash walking, if you haven’t practiced it with them already. When you walk your pup on a loose leash, it’s likely [...]
Having a dog who barks all the time can be incredibly frustrating to live with. In fact, it can be so challenging that it's easy to see why people sometimes [...]
One of the most difficult things to deal with as a dog owner is leash pulling. You take your canine companion out for what you hope will be a relaxing [...]
Your dog is perfect, right? We all like to think that our pups are perfect, and of course we love them for who they are, but one expert trainer has suggested [...]
While we often think of dogs as being motivated by food and always waiting for the food bowl to be full again, sometimes our pups might seem as though they’re [...]
Dogs can be quite possessive over things like food, treats, and toys. It’s an instinctive behavior that comes from the wild, when dogs would have to compete with other animals [...]
It can be difficult to resist stroking and petting our dogs – particularly because it’s easy to assume that they’re always in the mood to be fussed over. But, maybe your [...]
As much as we’d love to spend as much time as possible with our pups, sometimes it just isn’t possible. But, then, at the same time, it’s easy to get [...]
If your dog loves to jump up when they see guests, pesters you for food or play, or barks for attention, you’re not alone. These behaviors are common in dogs, [...]
You’re walking your dog on their leash and it’s all going well, but then you need to stop. Perhaps you’ve dropped something, you need to check your phone, or you’re [...]