To teach a dog to sit, say the word and then use a treat to get them into a sitting position, Gagnon says. Usually this can ...

Unlike puppies, older dogs don’t arrive as blank slates. They may have learned bad habits from inconsistent training or carry trauma from unknown past experiences—harsh punishment, car accidents, or ...

Ever feel like your puppy is auditioning for a role in a canine version of Mission: Impossible minus the obedience skills?

If you’re a dog person then you know most things improve in the company of a good dog: walks, runs, drives, hikes, hunts, cold beers, and camping trips, just to name a few. By the same token, not much ...

First time visiting a dog park? Find out how to prep your pup, read body language, avoid common mistakes and make off leash ...

Q: Recently I adopted a year-old, 10-pound terrier mix. He's a wonderful dog but hasn't been house-trained. I take him out first thing in the morning, feed him 90 minutes later and later take him to a ...

Jan Dohner explains how to start training livestock guardian dogs, what to look for when choosing a livestock guardian dog and how to socialize your pup. “I just brought home a livestock guardian dog.