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Category: Dog > Behavior

Dog being trained in crate in bedroom

How To Crate Train an Older Dog—and What To Do If It Isn’t Working

Wondering how to crate train an older dog? We've consulted the experts for a step-by-step…

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Dog Training 101

Dog Training 101: Basic Obedience Training at Home

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DIY Dog Toys

DIY Dog Toys

It’s possible to make anything from rope toys to dog puzzle toys with items you…

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How to Teach a Puppy to Come

Recall training is important for both your pet's safety and your sanity. Ready to try…

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How To Tell Your Dog Loves You

Ever wondered how your pup feels about you when he's staring at you from across…

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Why Do Dogs Eat Dirt?

Why do dogs eat dirt? We asked two vets this question, and learned it could…

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Samoyed falling asleep from looking out the window

23 Tried-and-True Ways to Entertain Your Dog Indoors

Whether it's rain or post-surgery energy, these indoor activities will help entertain your dog. Say…

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How To Prevent a Dog from Chewing Electrical Cords

Discover ways to stop your dog from chewing electrical cords, including blocking access, offering appropriate…

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Dachshund with paw over toy

How To Recognize And Manage Your Dog’s Resource Guarding

Resource guarding can cause problems when it becomes a safety issue—but we've got training tips…

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How to Teach a Dog to High Five (and Impress all Your Guests)

People can’t seem to get enough of dogs doing human-like things, and high fives are…

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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back to School

Dogs go back to school, too! They're affected by the schedule changes just as much…

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puppy running in backyard holding a large blue squeaky toy

Why Do Dogs Love Squeaky Toys? What the Experts Say, Plus How To Use Them Safely

Why do dogs like squeaky toys so much? We ask the experts about their appeal…

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