dog training
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Separation Anxiety in Dogs
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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How Dogs and Cats Communicate With Each Other
There might be a language barrier, but these two animals can still become best buds
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Why Clickers Are The ’It’ Accessory for Trainers
Pro tips on training your dog with the click of a button – literally
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10 Tips to Give Your Dog a Blissful Vet Visit
Reduce the stress of vet visits – for you and your pup
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How to Integrate Training Into Your Puppy’s Daily Life
Here are some tips for fitting training into your action-packed schedule
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Breed Does Not Equal Behaviour
A study found that a dog’s breed accounts for less than 10 percent of their behaviour
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There Is More Than One ‘Right’ Way to Socialise Your Puppy
Take it slow. This process should never feel like speed-dating
- lifestyle
Face Tattoos or Coloured Hair? You’re Just What Guide Dogs Need
People with distinctive features step forwards, you’re needed to train the next generation of seeing eye dogs. Here’s what’s involved...
- lifestyle
How to Organise an Easter Egg Hunt For Your Pup
Want to include your four-legged family member in the seasonal fun? Of course you do
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Your Grumpy Dog Is Very Smart – Science Says So
This study found that cranky pups are actually very fast social learners
- lifestyle
The Dog Trainer for Messi, of Oscar-nominated “Anatomy of a Fall”, Talks New-Found Fame
The Border Collie is the true star of the film, which was up for five Academy Awards this year
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What Does it Take to Be a Crufts Competitor? Tips From World-Class Trainers
And they all say the same simple thing…
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How Psychiatric Assistant Dogs Help Their Humans
“A PAD can be life-changing – and even life saving”
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Everything You Missed At Crufts
Updates on the annual gathering of 24,000 dogs. Is this heaven?
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9 Myths About Your Puppy – Busted By a Behaviourist
The internet has a lot to tell you about your new addition. Here’s what’s actually true
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10 Dog Training Habits You Should Drop Right Now
Training a dog can seem pretty intuitive – until it’s not
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5 Reasons to Start Agility Training With Your Puppy
Learn how to better communicate with your puppy through agility training
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Everything You Need To Know About Crufts – The Greatest Dog Show
Move over Hugh Jackman, this is the actual Greatest Show
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How Young Dogs Can Benefit From Having an Older Dog Mentor
Having an older, wiser dog around can be a big plus
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How to Make Your Dog’s Car-Crate Anxiety a Thing of the Past
Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell explains how to crate train a dog with an intense fear of being in the car
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What to Do (and Not Do) When Your Puppy is Teething
When those little razors start biting, keep these tips in mind
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How to Find the Right Trainer, No Matter What Your Dog’s Been Through
With so many dog trainers out there that it can be hard to know who you can actually trust (especially if your dog has trust issues of their own), here’s where to start…
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Why Your Dog Should Be Your Go-To Stress Buster
You need a break sometimes, and your dog is ready (and willing) to take one with you
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Bringing Home A Very Nervous Rescue Dog – A Guide For Anxious Parents
At so many points in those first hours, weeks, months, I screamed, internally: what have we done?
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How to Tackle Common ‘Pandemic Puppy’ Issues
Turns out, humans weren’t the only ones affected
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Nature vs Nurture: Does Your Parenting Style Influence Your Pet’s Behaviour?
Your personality may actually have something to do with your pet’s personality
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AI Discovers 5 Different Dog Personalities – Which One is Your Pup?
A new study scores dogs on behaviours such as how they responded when unfamiliar people visited or if they were jealous when their owner gave affection to another animal
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Your Dog’s Trauma Triggers Are Everywhere. Fear Free Training Can Help
The founder of Fear Free Pets, Dr Marty Becker, on how this method makes vet visits, training sessions and grooming appointments less stressful for pets
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Dog Etiquette: How to Train Your Dog to Be the Perfect Guest
Because nobody wants your pup eating the host’s charcuterie platter
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9 Common Dog Myths (That Are Actually False)
Sorry to break it to you, you might not know your pup as well as you think you do
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What It’s Like to Be a Hollywood Animal Trainer
“One day you’re working with Meryl Streep, and the next day you literally have a pony at somebody’s party”
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Are You a Helicopter Dog Parent?
It’s normal to worry – but your pup might also need some space
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How to Work Out What ‘Drives’ Your Dog
You might already have a good idea of what your dog likes, but it‘s not always that straightforward
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How Do I Get My Dog to Wear a Winter Coat?
Chilly pup refusing to layer? Here’s how to train them to love their winter wardrobe
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Getting Ads for Anti-Barking Devices? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Buy One
Two trainers advocate against using these devices – here’s why
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Have a Cat But Want a Dog, Too? Here’s How to Make It Work
Just a few things to keep in mind so everything goes smoothly as you all get adjusted
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How to Teach Your Dog to Poo in the Snow
Snow days are fun – until your pup needs to do their thing outside
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How to Muzzle Train Your Dog
Contrary to common belief, muzzles aren’t solely for aggressive dogs
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How to Protect Your XL Bully Under the New Ban
How to keep your dog happy and healthy under the new legislation
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Can I Register My Dog As a Service Dog?
If you’re considering applying for an assistance dog, or you have a dog that assists you in your daily life, here’s everything you need to know
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Here Are the Biggest Pet Trends For 2024
From sustainability to training, here’s what the new year promises to bring to the pet world
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Is Your Dog a Genius? A Study Says it’s Possible
If only there were a dog version of University Challenge
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Play-Training Can Be Your Solution to Dog Aggression
Behaviour correction, Mary Poppins style: turn a job into a game
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Top 10 Easiest Dogs to Train
Spoiler: it’s not about the breed. But these pups are pretty brainy
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Decoding Your Dog’s Growls
When your dog growls, they’re expressing their emotions. A study found that you’ll probably be able to understand what they’re feeling
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5 Running Games to Play With Your Dog
A few minutes – or even a few steps – are all you need to add joy to your dog’s day
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Are Friends and Family Derailing Your Dog’s Training?
What to do when your best-laid training plans are sabotaged
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How to Stop Your Dog From Biting the Lead
Most dogs love walking, but some love chaos a little bit more
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“How Do I Get My Dog to Come When Called?”
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a stubborn pup to listen up
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“How Can I Curb My Dog’s Squirrel Obsession?“
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for walking a pup that wants to chase everything that moves
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“How Can I Calm My Super-Jumpy Dog?”
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s pro tips for getting a hyped-up dog to chill out
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Why Do We Want Our Dogs to Talk So Badly?
Tools like speech buttons and translation apps say more about our desires for our pets than their desires for themselves
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Can Your Shy New Rescue Dog Become a Social Creature?
With patience and positive reinforcement, you can do a lot to make up for lost time with socialisation
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Why Does My Dog Chew On Blankets?
A (seemingly) unstoppable nibbling obsession with all the blankets
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How to Train Your Dog For a Day At the Office
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann shares his tips for how to teach your pup to be your favourite co-worker
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5 Ways to Stop Your Puppy From Ripping Up Their Toys
How to teach your dog to enjoy, not destroy, their toys
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Overexcited Dog? How to Calm A Dog Down
If your dog loses their sh*t over anything from a squirrel to a visitor, dog behaviourist Trish King has some tips
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11 Dog Trainers You Should Follow On TikTok
Get expert, entertaining dog training tips while you scroll
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Dog Training Treats They Will Sit, Stay – You Name It – For
A behaviourist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup
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How to Keep Your Dog From Freaking Out When You Have Company
Do these things to help your pup (and your guests) feel chill
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Your Dog Should Do This 30-Day Training Challenge
It’s like your 30-day yoga challenge – except with way more training treats
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Jess Tran and Her Rescue Dog Are Healing Together
The creative guru on taking her dog to therapy, finding community at the dog park, and the ‘spiritual journey’ of pet parenthood
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Step-by-Step Dog Training Guide for ‘Leave It’
This simple dog training skill could save your dog’s life
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Your Dog’s Food Aggression Isn’t Cute – Here’s How You Can Work On It
No longer associate feeding time with growling time
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How to Properly Introduce Two Pups
There’s a lot more to it than sniffing each other’s butts
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How Do I Get My Shy Dog To Socialise?
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for getting a shy pup to go from wallflower to social butterfly
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What to Expect At Puppy Socialisation Classes
A dog behaviourist schools us on why puppy classes are more about socialising than getting straight As
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Does Your Dog Have Juvenile Onset Shyness?
Turns out, the teenage years aren’t just tough for humans – they can be rough on dogs, too
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When it Comes to Dog Crates, Think Outside The Literal Box
Dog behaviourist Tiffany Lovell on how to treat and prevent confinement anxiety
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How To Stop a Dog From Pulling on the Lead
Dog trainer Karen B London promises you’re not doomed to be pulled down the street forever
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The Universal Dog Signal That You’re Never Leaving the Park
Bow down, puppers. It’s time to play
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Tips to Slow Down a Dog Who Eats Too Fast
Eating fast is more than just unsightly – it’s potentially dangerous
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Gimme Shelter: The Best Dog Crates
Spend less time searching for your dog’s house than you do on Rightmove looking for yours
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How to Teach Your New Dog Your Name
Your dog might not know your name. Don’t take offence – just play this game
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Dog Life Stages: Puppy Adolescence Is Only a Phase
What to expect when your perfect puppy hits that unruly stage
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Does Your Dog Have Littermate Syndrome?
If you adopted puppy siblings – and they fight nonstop – you could be dealing with littermate syndrome. Here’s everything you need to know
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6 Steps to Improve Your Dog’s Recall Training
Teach your pup a perfect recall so you can be sure they will come back, no matter what
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How to Socialise a Puppy
Everything you need to know to get your new addition off to a good start
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The Go-To Training Schedule For Your Puppy
Your puppy training schedule, from eight weeks to six months. Let’s do this
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6 Genius Interactive Dog Toys From Nina Ottosson
These puzzle toys are made to help you bond with your pup
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How to Teach Your Dog to ‘Talk’ at the Touch of a Button
Cognitive science professor Dr Federico Rossano on how Bunny, TikTok’s ‘talking’ dog, is sparking change in how we communicate with our pets
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A Crash Course On Dog Agility Training
Five reasons to get your dog in the agility game, from burning energy to building confidence
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Why Your Dog Needs a Martingale Collar
It prevents escape, works as a training tool and is recommended by dog rescue workers
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7 Best Dog Harnesses For When Collars Don’t Cut It
Experts pick the best harnesses for every kind of dog – from flat-faced breeds to escape artists
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‘How Can I Stop My Dog From Being Overly Protective of Me?’
Dog trainer Robert Haussmann’s tips for dealing with a protective dog that’s taken their duties too far
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Why Does My Dog Turn Into a Statue on Walks?
Suddenly, the pavement has some new installation art: your frozen dog
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“How Can I Train My Adult Rescue Dog to Stop Scent Marking All Over the House?”
Celebrity dog trainer Victoria Stilwell on how to keep your dog from using your living room as a toilet
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How to Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
Your senior dog might move slower these days, but that doesn’t mean they can’t learn new things
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How to Stop Your Dog From Barking
The top five reasons dogs bark – and how to get them to relax a bit
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Understanding Reactivity and Aggression in Dogs: Two Very Different Things
Apparently even experts have a hard time defining these terms
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Male Vs Female Dogs: Are There Any Real Differences?
World-renowned behaviourist Patricia McConnell explains
- lifestyle
10 Tips You’ll Definitely Want to Follow When You Walk Your Dog
From the safest gear to training recommendations
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Here’s How You Can Avoid the Worst: a Dog Bite to the Face
Step one: never put your face close to theirs
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What Is the BAT Dog Training Method?
Behaviour Adjustment Training (BAT) will keep your dog calm in any situation
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7 Hands-Free Dog Leads for Running (or Texting)
Because you never want to drop that flat white
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Does Your Dog Act Diabolical On a Lead?
Same! Here’s how I got my pup to stop barking and lunging at everything that moves on walks
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Chopping It Up With Wellness Guru Jasmine Hemsley, Julie, Arji & Mr Bims
“They gather around when they see us setting up a sound bath – they can sense a calming energy and want chill-out time with us”
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How to Help an Anxious Dog Conquer Their Fears
Six animal behaviourists share pro tips for boosting the confidence of a fearful dog
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On the Fence About Crates? Opt for a Puppy Pen
Because we all need to set boundaries sometimes