Training

Dog training is one of the most important aspects of canine care. Our experts help you train your canine so that you understand each other better and they learn to behave in ways that will keep them safe and happy.

woman training a dog outside in the grass not using treats

How To Train A Dog Without Treats Effectively (Personal Experience)

Looking for an alternative to treat training? Our foolproof dog training without treats method will help you develop another way to foster a healthy relationship with your dog. We’ll teach you how to effectively train your dog to sit, stay, lay down, leave it and come without the use of a single snack.

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Best Dog Training Whistle For Barking, Recall & More

If you’re contemplating using a dog whistle to train your pup, we’re here to help. We give you some guidance on when and how to use a dog whistle effectively, tips on how to whistle train your pup, as well as our top picks for the best dog training whistles.

Man's hand holding a treat in front of a sitting dog with a dog training app on iphone in other hand (Caption: best dog training apps)

7 Best Dog Training Apps For iPhone & Android

Do you want to train your dog anywhere, anytime? For a fraction of the cost of hiring a professional trainer, mobile dog training apps can give you a ton of training help — and some even provide virtual assistance from professional dog trainers. We’ve found the best dog training apps to help you choose what’s ideal for you and your pup’s needs.

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Aggressive Dog Training Tips: Methods That Work

Most of the time, when you see an aggressive dog, he was not born that way. An owner of this type of dog may not fully understand how to train their pup. This lack of training often leads to aggressive behavior because the dog responds to situations using his instincts since he has never been taught differently. Learn why it happens and how to get your dog to stop aggressive behavior.

Dog Beagle fetching a toy indoors in bright interior

How To Teach Your Dog To Fetch: A Step-By-Step Guide

While some dogs, especially retrievers, may instinctively play fetch with little or no training, not all dogs grasp the concept as quickly. But the good news is you can teach almost any dog to fetch. While it can take some time and patience for some dogs to catch on, fetch is one of the best games you and your pup can play together. We’ll give you a step-by-step tutorial on how to teach your dog to fetch, tips if you hit roadblocks, and much more.

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Dog Training Advice: Get Help Turning A Disobedient Dog Into An Obedient One

Suppose you just adopted a dog, but her behavior isn’t quite up to par with where you’d like it to be. Maybe she needs help with crate training, or perhaps she’s struggling with basic commands. But how do you train a dog? Whatever the issues, we’ve got some training tips for you. Our experts have written about dog training extensively and have personal experience with various training methods. Dog training isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach, and some dogs need help learning how to do or not do a specific task. Below are some options to consider for training your dog.

A dog trainer teaching a large dog to sit down in the park's green grass

How To Teach A Dog To Sit, Sit And Stay & More

“Sit” is one of the most important skills for dogs to learn. Teaching your pup to sit helps control your dog’s behavior in many different situations, like jumping up on people or running around in public places. “Sit” is also when your dog begins to learn what’s expected of her, and it gives your furry friend a foundation you can build upon when you’re training other skills. Fortunately, for most dogs, “sit” is one of the easiest comands to master. Follow our step-by-step guide to get your pup sitting in no time.

Person walking a Corgi loose on leash next to feet with dog smiling happy looking at person (Caption: Leash training dogs)

Leash Training A Puppy And Older Dogs: Steps & Tips To Reduce Pulling

Are you wondering how to leash train your new puppy? Or perhaps you have an older rescue dog you need to train to walk on a leash. In either case, proper leash walking is an important skill to teach your pup at any age. We’ll give you step-by-step tips on how to leash train a puppy or adult dog, recommendations for the best collars and leashes, and other advice to make the process go as smoothly as possible.

Father and son walking on trail with Cocker Spaniel dog off leash (Caption: Off-Leash Dog Training)

Off-Leash Dog Training: How To, Best Breeds & More

Training your dog can be a daunting task. It gets even more complex if you want to off-leash train your pup. But have no fear; we have the information you need to help you decide if this type of training is right for your dog and how to get started.

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Board & Train Or In-Home Training: Which Choice Is Right For Your Dog?

Just picture it: you get a new dog and can’t wait to introduce your new best friend to your friends and family. You have people over to meet your dog, and the dog chooses this time to reveal that they are terrible around strangers. Perhaps they bite your mother-in-law’s ankles, or they decide the middle of your living room is a great place to relieve themselves, over and over.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with handler jumping over hurdle in agility competition (Caption: How To Get Started In Dog Agility Training)

How To Get Started In Dog Agility Training (Equipment, Courses & More)

Observing a dog agility competition can be mesmerizing. Seeing the dogs maneuver through each obstacle with precision is like watching a well-rehearsed dance. But it’s not just the dog working hard. The handler is responsible for helping the dog navigate the course and communicate what order to do the obstacles in. It takes teamwork and witnessing a successful run can give others the itch to join in. It doesn’t matter what breed or mix your dog is. What matters is the closeness and bond that is often a result of the exciting sport.

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