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Category: Dog > Behavior

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Is It Possible for Your Dog to Hold a Grudge?

Wondering how long a dog can hold a grudge? Dogs don't hold onto resentment, but…

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7 Practical Tips for Walking Your Dog at Night

Walking your dog at night can be great if you have a reactive pup, work…

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9 Things a Professional Trainer Wants All New Dog Owners to Know

I know you’re a little overwhelmed right now; a dog is a lot of responsibility….

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How To House Train an Adult Dog, from Rescues to Retraining

Wondering how to potty train an adult dog? We talk to the experts about a…

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How To Help a Dog With Car Anxiety

We break down how to tell if your dog has car anxiety and the steps…

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8 Myths About Dog Training You Probably Thought Were True

It can be challenging to distinguish science and fact from dog training fiction. This Certified…

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Why Does My Dog Bark At The TV?

Tell me if this sounds familiar: you’ve just settled in for a cozy night at…

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5 Keys to Understanding a Dog’s Emotions

Dogs quite literally wear their emotions on their sleeve — well, on their fur, at…

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Touch: The Simple Command That Makes Life with your Dog a Lot Easier

Hand targeting, also called a "touch" cue, is one of the easiest and most effective…

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Nosework Is the Secret to a Calm, Happy Dog You’ve Never Heard Of

I live with a dog who is “reactive” on leash with other dogs. Shermie is great…

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Here’s the Only Real Way to Train a Dog with Separation Anxiety

As an expert trainer, I’ve worked with many, many dogs who have debilitating separation anxiety—and…

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Do Dogs Feel Guilt?

When you walk into your house to find that your dog’s made a huge mess,…

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