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basic obedience & training

Learn how to teach your pet basic obedience from the pros: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

Tan Chihuahua dog laying on aqua rug looking down shamefully

How to re-housetrain a dog of any age.

A woman wearing a knit sweater holding a dog close on the floor of her bedroom.

Train your dog to stay calm when they’re on their own — instead of sad-singing All By Myself until you come home.

Caucasian mother and daughter petting dog on suburban street.

Considering this viral moment, trainers weigh in on what you should know about introducing dogs to kids.

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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

Owner walking two Dalmatians downtown

Dog trainer Karen B. London promises you’re not doomed to be pulled down the street forever.

Tan Chihuahua dog laying on aqua rug looking down shamefully

How to re-housetrain a dog of any age.

A woman wearing a knit sweater holding a dog close on the floor of her bedroom.

Train your dog to stay calm when they’re on their own — instead of sad-singing All By Myself until you come home.

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Try these free training programs from our friends at Dogo to help with new dog life and basic obedience.

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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

a dog walking with their parent at night

The reason for your midnight jump-scare? Turns out it’s just your dog’s spooky eyes.

Russian Toy Terrier with ears back

Here’s how your dog’s ears can clue you in to how they’re feeling.

Great Dane puppy and Husky meeting on leash out side.

Turns out, even experts have a hard time defining these terms.

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

A woman wearing a knit sweater holding a dog close on the floor of her bedroom.

Train your dog to stay calm when they’re on their own — instead of sad-singing All By Myself until you come home.

A dog looking up with a cute face

Using these tips, your skittish dog will warm up to you.

Dog Seeking Attention Owner Working On Laptop.

Your dog’s Velcro habits are cute — but not always convenient.

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