Behaviors and Training
Understanding your pet’s behavior is key to building a happy and harmonious relationship. Whether you’re training a puppy, dealing with behavioral issues, or just looking to teach new tricks, this section offers practical advice and expert tips to guide you through the training process.
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Behaviors and TrainingMay 27, 2019
How to Teach a Puppy to Lie Down on Command
Knowing how to teach "down" will become one of the most useful tools in your training arsenal. Here are some step-by-step instructions.
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Caitlin Crittenden
Behaviors and TrainingMay 13, 2019
How Do Cats Communicate With Each Other? (It's Complicated.)
Did you know there are 3 main ways that cats communicate with each other? And no, it's not just by meowing or hissing. Let me explain.
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T. J. Banks
Behaviors and TrainingMar 25, 2019
How to Teach a Dog the "Out" Command
There are a number of benefits that make this command worth teaching. Here's an expert guide to training your dog to obey when you say, "Out."
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Caitlin Crittenden
Behaviors and TrainingFeb 11, 2019
How to Train a Dog to Come When Called: An Expert Guide
When you train a dog to come when called, you're giving your canine buddy the freedom to roam off-leash safely, which gives you peace of mind.
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Caitlin Crittenden
Behaviors and TrainingDec 31, 2018
How to Teach a Dog to Fetch
In this expert guide to how to teach a dog to fetch, we cover all 4 parts of the training process.
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Caitlin Crittenden
Behaviors and TrainingDec 13, 2018
Preventing Behavior Problems in a Kitten: What You Need to Know
Preventing behavior problems in a kitten is a worthwhile endeavor that will positively affect the rest of the cat's life. Here are our best tips.
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Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS
Behaviors and TrainingDec 3, 2018
How to Stop a Dog from Chewing: Effective Training Tips and Solutions
Learn how to stop a dog from chewing with expert tips and solutions to prevent destructive behavior and keep your belongings safe. Read now!
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Caitlin Crittenden
Behaviors and TrainingSep 24, 2018
Dealing With Traumatized Rescue Cats
Many rescue cats who come from abusive backgrounds need both time and space to heal in their new homes.
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T. J. Banks
Behaviors and TrainingAug 21, 2018
How Cats Have Helped My Son With Autism
They are not formal "therapy animals," but these 2 wonderful cats have helped my son with autism — and have even inspired him.
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