If anything requires patience, it’s this.
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.
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A new study found that a dog’s breed accounts for less than 10 percent of their behavior.
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The Best Dog Breeds for Families
Remember: You can find just about any breed you want at a rescue.
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 Trainingopens in a new tabYou love that your dog is your shadow, but maybe not when you’re on a Zoom call.
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Why Your Dog Needs a Frozen Kong
Two words: Endless entertainment.
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Yet another reason positive reinforcement is the way to go.
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Keep calm and get blood drawn.
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Here’s your guide to how treats can help as your new pup is learning all the things.
How to Train a Dog Not to Jump
The Wildest Collective dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for getting a hyped-up dog to chill out.
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.
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How to Train a Dog to Stay
The first rule of thumb for you: patience.
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As a behaviorist, the South Dakota governor's actions horrify me for several reasons.
Having an older, wiser dog around can be a big plus.
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It is powerful enough, even for the tough cases, and it is the best choice—here’s why.
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Take it slow. This process should never feel like speed-dating.
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Animal behaviorist Karen London on how springing forward causes your dog or cat to lose sleep, too.