Dog and Puppy Training Directory
"Sit" and "come" are just two of the commands your dog should learn. Training your dog can help prevent whining, unnecessary barking, jumping, begging, chasing cars, pulling on a leash, and much more. Dogs can be very intelligent. Learn how to take advantage of all your dog can do with tips on training and curbing bad behavior.
Medical Reference
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Begging at the Table in Dogs
WebMD discusses begging at the table including prevention and training tips
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Teaching Your Dog to Ask to Go Out
WebMD discusses ways to train your dog to ask to go outside including touch training and troubleshooting.
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Urine Marking in Dogs
WebMD discusses common reasons why male and female dogs urinate to mark certain objects.
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Pull Toys and Tug-of-War Games for Dogs
WebMD discusses the benefits of pull toys and tug-of-war games for dogs.
Features
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Does Your Dog Need Obedience School?
WebMD talks to experts about when to sign your dog up for dog obedience school, how to choose obedience classes, and what to expect.
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Dog Training Methods: Positive Reinforcement vs. Alpha Dog
WebMD talks to dog trainers about the positive reinforcement and "alpha dog" methods of dog training.
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Dog Park Etiquette: Off-Leash Obedience, Dog Park Rules, and More
Learn how to keep your dog well-behaved in the dog park.
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Leash Training for Your Dog: Teach Your Pet to Run and Walk With You
Teach your dog to run, walk, and hike beside you -- not drag you down the road.
Video
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Crate Training
Teaching your puppy to love the crate is key to success in many more areas. Get the facts from certified dog trainer Kate Jackson.
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Housebreaking Your Puppy
What’s the best way to housebreak that new puppy? Certified dog trainer Kate Jackson has the information you need.
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Training Puppy Not to Chew
Are you meeting your puppy’s daily chewing quota?
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Puppy Mouthing
Avoid problems as an adult dog by nipping puppy mouthing behaviors at the right age.