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Carrie Heflick

I have 2 Miniature Pinschers. My husband and I consider them our 4-legged kids.

The following videos show you step-by-step how to teach your dog to sit. Plus, you can teach your dog the down position the same way. Or, you might want to use the clicker method to teach your dog to sit.

If your dog still pees or poops in the house, read this! Top 7 reasons dogs have accidents & the DIY remedy for each. Top 5 dog potty training gadgets… that work! Plus, our best tips for potty training puppies and adult dogs.

If you think that you will eventually want your dog to be a hunting dog, here are some very basic tips to get started with hunting dog training.

Here are 10 life-threatening dog behavior myths that many dog owners believe to be true. Better yet, see WHY each of these is detrimental to your dog's behavior and your own sanity!

Here are 5 dog skin conditions that can be passed on to humans. However, believe it or not, your dog can pass a skin condition to you without having the skin condition himself! Here's what you need to know about dog skin conditions.

Got a new dog? Even just a few dog obedience classes can make a world of difference! Here's how to find a professional dog trainer in your area, along with an overview of the different dog training methods commonly used.

Just like humans, dogs do dream. They have REM sleep as well as slow wave sleep. A dog behaves differently during those 2 phases of dog sleep. The most active dog dreams -- and dog snoring -- typically occur during REM sleep.

Getting ready to take your dog camping with you? Camping with dogs can be a lot of fun as long as you are prepared. Here's what you need to know.

If you are faced with a lot of expensive vet bills as the result of caring for a dog emergency, rest assured, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Here are the best ways to find help with vet bills.

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Here's what you need to know -- and DO -- if you think your dog has had a seizure. Plus, some videos of dogs having seizures so you can see that dogs typically come out of seizures just fine -- even though the dog seizure itself can seem quite violent and scary.

Does your dog suffer from joint pain? Here are some natural home remedies for treating dog joint pain. Plus tips on helping your older dog during his golden years.

Most people have a disaster plan for their family in case of an emergency. Does your plan of action also include your dog? When planning for an emergency, you need to have your dog's safety in mind in addition to your own.