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Training a puppy is a major commitment. Most puppies can be potty trained in 4 to 6 months – but “puppyhood” can last up to three years. If you have a puppy, plan on spending the next three years training your puppy for at least 20 minutes per day. By the time he is a…

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Sit. Shake. Down. Stay. Part of the fun of having a dog is teaching him tricks and guiding his behavior, allowing a richer, safer life for you and your pup. However, not all dogs are the same. While the range of personalities and abilities is part of what make dogs so great, it also means…

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Why do dogs jump? This natural behavior, in most cases, has been unintentionally rewarded by the owner since the dog was brought into the household. What once was a cute little puppy excitedly jumping up to get your attention grew into a bigger dog knocking you over as you walk through your front door. The…

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You have probably heard the saying “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” While it is true that a dog’s hearing and sight can suffer in old age and that they become more susceptible to a variety of disorders and diseases, dogs can be trained at just about any age. What most human owners…

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Training your dog to go to the bathroom in the proper place can be a difficult task that takes a lot of time and patience. Remember, puppies are brand new to the world, and peeing or pooping is a natural and somewhat unconscious act for them. When your dog has to go, they do. Therefore,…

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It is very common for dogs to try and escape to run around and explore. Dogs like to experience new sights and sounds and experience their surroundings. Your pup was built to run around and explore, but it is scary for a dog owner when they are not able find their furry friend. Here are…

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House training your pup is top priority when bringing your new little family member home. It’s also one of the most prevalent reasons dogs find themselves homeless or living in an animal shelter. Most people underestimate the work and the time required to house train a new dog. Potty training dogs isn’t always an easy…

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If you’ve ever seen a dog roll over on command, you may be wondering how to teach your dog this new trick. Training a dog to roll over is not the greatest challenge you’ll tackle together—it just takes time, patience, and deliberate work. What You’ll Need In order to train a dog to roll over,…

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Barking can be helpful in many situations, like if your pup is barking because he is trying to alert you that something is wrong. But, you don’t want your dog to bark at strangers or over every single disturbance, sound, or movement that he encounters. Why Do Dogs Bark?  Dogs bark for a variety of…

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House training a puppy can be a test of patience. You will need to be consistent, patient, and remember to reward your pup diligently whenever he succeeds in going potty outside. House training is all about creating good habits, and preventing bad ones. How Long Does It Take to Potty Train Your Dog? Potty training…

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