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.

The thesaurus uses the two words, teach and train, almost interchangeably. Maybe under certain circumstances, that would apply, but even though the profession is called “Dog Training,” adding ...

Training is how a dog and a human learn to communicate with each other and build a relationship, says Amanda Gagnon.Illustration: Carmen Casado/The Guardian My family has never been closer to the ...

Training commands may not always go as planned; occasionally, they result in something a lot more entertaining. Just ask Poppy, a dog with a mischievous streak and energy to match. In her latest ...

Most people think leash walks are about burning off energy. That’s certainly one benefit, but in reality they’re about building a technical skillset as a team. The right approach will make every ...

Adopting a dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but it’s not without its challenges, especially when your new pal brings along bad habits. Difficult and destructive behaviors often have ...

When you come home after a long day, it's sweet to see that your dog is excited to greet you. They might even be jumping — on you — for joy. What may seem like cute behavior from a little puppy can ...