by Kama BrownAs far as I can tell, training a dog to sit originated in regulations formed for competition obedience around the 1920s. Before then, dogs were primarily used for sporting and herding, or were shown in conformation trials, and a sit was not often trained.
Trainer Mikkel Becker offers her top 7 tips for successfully housebreaking a puppy. Patience is key because every pup will pick up the process at his own pace.
Dog trainer Mikkel Becker describes how to use positive reinforcement training to help train a dog to walk on slippery floors without being anxious or scared.
Don't think you can train your cat? Think again: Mikkel Becker explains why cat clicker training is not as hard as it sounds and shares how to get started.
Trainer Mikkel Becker explains why a dog might bite another dog and discusses what your next steps may be including medical care, behavior assessment, and training.
When you have a new adult dog come into your life, bonding can be a bit tricky. Trainer Mikkel Becker offers specific tips on how to connect with your new pooch.
Does your cat hang out on top of the fridge and other high places in your home? Our veterinarian shares a few theories behind this common cat behavior.
For outgoing and relaxed felines, one of the safest ways to explore outdoors is training cats to walk on a leash. Mikkel Becker shares advice on how to do this.
Want to teach your canine to wait for his food bowl? See Mikkel Becker's dog-training video and learn how else you can apply this important dog behavior.
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Does your dog give you commands to follow? Does she have a larger Instagram following than you? If you answered "yes," then you might be owned by your pup.
It may not be something you are thinking about when you first bring your furry little bundle of joy home. After all, puppies don’t (usually) need a bath or nail trim right away, or even their teeth brushed.<br>However, if …
Is your puppy going through a teething phase? Watch this video to learn how to use chew toys and ice cubes to train your puppy to stop nipping. Watch more Ho...
Beyond wasting time and money, trainers who don’t know their stuff can cause psychological damage to your pet, possibly of the permanent kind.
You can make housetraining easier by using PAW TRAX Doggy Pads. Read to learn more helpful pet tips, products, and information on pet potty training by Richell USA.
Cats aren’t exactly famed for their trainability. But they are highly intelligent, so it’s quite possible to train a kitten if you put in the work.
Find out how to teach your dog to poop on command with these training tips from AKC's experts.
We often teach dogs the 'leave it' command but some cats can learn to leave things alone on command as well. Learn how to train your cat to respond to 'leave it.'
The Puppy Fever Guide: How to Train, Understand, and Love Your New Puppy by SLPL_Cabanne - a staff-created list : It's that time of the year when everyone wants to bring home a puppy. Do you find yourself staring into big, round, innocent eyes that could do no wrong but see that your house has been puppy trashed? Maybe you should check out these recommendations.