A dog behaviorist schools us on why puppy classes are more about socializing than getting straight As.
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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.
The dog ate your Spanish homework? More like the dog did your Spanish homework.
If your dog tries to scarf down literally everything in sight, you need this advice.
New Dog Training 101
Look, new dogs are cute. But they’re also little alien monsters who have descended to destroy our furniture and our sleep. Still, we love them. Luckily, this program covers all the basics, from potty training to proper socialization—all through positive reinforcement. Time to stock up on treats!
Start Training
You gotta start somewhere.
Why the TikTok personality’s harmful tactics are just plain abuse, according to certified trainers.
Celebrity dog groomer Jess Rona’s puppy grooming pro tips.
Your puppy training schedule, from eight weeks to six months. Let’s do this.
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How to Socialize a Puppy
Everything you need to know to get your new addition off to a good start.
The Wildest Collective dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a shy pup to go from wallflower to social butterfly.
Ask a Vet
Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.
6 puppy pens recommended by positive-reinforcement dog trainer Aislynn Ross, because we all need boundaries.
It’s a personal preference, but here are the pros and cons.
New kid on the block? Follow this trainer’s tips before letting your pet run wild.
Actually, sometimes there is. But if you follow these tips, crate training your pup can go smoothly.
Teach your pup a perfect recall so you can be sure they will come back, no matter what.
They’ll always remember their first childhood pet — this intro is just the beginning.