Tricks & Training

There are at least 101 cool dog tricks here that you can teach your dog — plus 5 basic dog commands that every dog should know. Teach your dog the 5 basic commands first. Then, move onto the advanced dog tricks, (We’ve taught our own dogs every one of these!) You’ll also find insanely helpful dog training tips to help you put an end to frustrating dog behavior issues. Not sure where to begin?

Start here –> Dog Tricks & Training Tips 101.

How To Keep Your Dog Off Furniture In The House

Looking for a way to train your dog to stay off of the furniture? Here are a few ideas. Plus tips on how to deal with dog fur.

How To Stop Your Dog From Barking At The Same Noises All The Time

Does your dog bark at the same noises all the time? Here are some tips for getting your dog to stop barking at those noises, along with tips for reducing your dog's barking in general.

How Dogs Communicate – Learn To Read Your Dog’s Body Language

Dogs communicate with people in their very own way. Learning what your dog is trying to say is not a science. You simply have to pay attention to your dog's very subtle signs and cues. Here are a few dog signs to watch for if you want to learn to speak dog.

PetSafe Invisible Fences: In-Ground & Wireless Systems

PetSafe products are but one small portion of a large family of pet containment products made by the Radio Systems Corporation. Other brand names that fall under the same company are: Guardian, Innotek, SportDog, StayWell, and Invisible Fence.

How To Stop Puppy Biting, Mouthing And Nipping

Here are some tips for controlling nipping and biting while your puppy is still young...

Some Dogs Dream While Asleep… Others Sleepwalk!

Does your dog look like he's chasing something in his sleep? Funny isn't it? Be careful, it could be something far more serious. Here's what you need to know about dogs when they're dreaming... or sleep walking!

How To Stop Barking Dogs In 3 Easy Steps… This Worked For Us

In our case, any time the doorbell would ring, or someone would knock on the door, or a visitor would enter the house, our dog would go wacko. Same is true whenever he spotted a stranger or a dog out the window or from our fenced-in backyard. Here's how we got our dog to stop barking.

Need A Dog Trainer? We Had Success After Dog Training Sessions On The Phone With Suzy Godsey

I'm so thrilled that I have an established relationship with a dog trainer that I trust now. So much so, that I would feel comfortable calling her again in the future with anything that might come up. I see Suzy Godsey's over-the-phone dog training session as a great way to get back on track with your dog and to ultimately change any behavior your dog is doing that is causing more harm than good.

Teach Your Dog To Play Peek-A-Boo… Or Be ‘Shy’ On Command

We actually call it 'being shy' but you would probably impress your friends better if you called it playing 'peek-a-boo' or something cute. This dog trick simply involves rewarding your dog for putting his paw on his nose. Here's how we taught our dog to play peek-a-boo on command.

Before Installing An Invisible Dog Fence, Consider These Reasons NOT To Get Electric Dog Fences

While invisible fences solve many problems for dog owners, there is a question as to whether or not electric fences are right for dogs. Before you buy an invisible dog fence, consider these downsides to invisible fences.

Amaze Your Friends With Simple New Dog Tricks

The way to teach your dog some fun new tricks is to simply think about some things your dog does naturally without being asked. Then, give a specific 'command' to that behavior. From this point forward, whenever your dog does that behavior... call out that command. That's how you associate the behavior with the command. So, in the future, your dog will do this particular behavior on command.

Got Birds In The Dryer Vent? Your Dog Could Probably Tell You…

How do you know Spring has arrived?... Your dog takes an unusual interest in the clothes dryer. At least that's how it works in OUR home. Each spring, the birds build their nests inside our dryer vent... and our dog just won't stand for that!

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