I'm always looking for books on dog training and behavior that rely on the latest science for conveying the most important ...

Old science roots: Alpha dog training draws from mid-1900s wolf studies, which have since been challenged for oversimplifying how social structures work in canines. Why it matters: Dominance-based ...

Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

Lake Humane Society recently opened its Dog Behavior Center, intended to decrease the stress of its canine population, as ...

Why myths persist: Outdated dominance theories and viral 'quick fix' tips still influence many owners, leading to ineffective or harmful training habits. Consistency is key: Mixed signals, like ...

These days, many people have got the message that it’s important to train dogs with reward-based methods (for example, giving the dog a treat when they sit to reinforce the behavior and make it happen ...

Your dog probably goes crazy for its favorite toy, but do they love it a little too much? In the dog training world, pups that are highly motivated by toys are often referred to as "ball junkies." ...

Noozhawk’s 3rd Annual Four-Legged Friends and More is here! This section features articles covering aspects such as health, comfort, training, exercise, and the overall well-being of your beloved ...

A reader asks how to manage an adopted dog's barking, pulling and accidents, and Cathy Rosenthal offers calm, reward-based ...

"Becoming a pup's favorite person is built through training, play, and enrichment," says trainer Alexandra Bassett.

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