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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Dog Leash Training
WebMD discusses techniques to teach your dog to walk nicely on a leash.
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Dogs and Jumping - Training Tips and What not to Do
WebMD discusses jumping dogs, why dogs jump, training for jumping dogs and what you shouldn’t do for a dog that jumps
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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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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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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.
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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.
Video
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Little Dog - Leash Walking
If your dog little sniffs, pees, or strains on the leash while walking with you, you need these tips!
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Big Dog - Leash Walking
You should be walking your dog, not the other way around!
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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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Little Dog - Teach "Place"
Leaning to use "place" can help you and your pint-size dog in so many ways.