Hold a treat near your dog’s nose and slowly guide them in a circle. Once they follow the full rotation, give them the treat.

A trail dog makes a great companion – a waggy tail and a smiling face sure beats a human partner moaning about the fact they ...

It's clear to anyone who pays close attention to how dogs should be taught to adapt to a human-oriented world that positive, force-free, do no harm training is the only show in town. Because dogs are ...

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 ...

As someone who recently adopted a new puppy, I can say with certainty that dog training can feel like a Herculean feat. Teaching my pet to sit, stay, go potty outside and sleep in her crate took ...

From your lips to your dog's ears—these serve as dog happy words for your sweet pup and make them feel loved. According to ...

Resource guarding in dogs is common, but it can escalate if ignored. Learn how to spot early signs, understand what your dog ...

A young waterfowling friend recently got a German shorthair and asked me what kind of upland shotgun he should buy so he could take his dog hunting. I said, “That’s the wrong question. You’ve already ...

This essay was written by Marc Bekoff, Ph.D., and force-free dog trainer Mary Angilly. Many guardians start their training journey by enrolling their dog in a basic manners class, which is often seen ...

It’s one of the simplest ways to combine fitness with spending quality time with your canine companion. But before you grab the leash and hit the pavement, it’s important to think about safety, ...

Dogs can go deaf from age, genetics, infections, or injury. Get expert guidance on diagnosis, visual cues, and safety strategies.