A dog learning to sit when he hears a whistle proved his listening skills were intact when an unexpected noise started going off in the house. A family has been working on getting their doodle to ...

Dogs are smart and don’t take much time to learn commands. This Instagram video shows that a Golden Retriever named Cooper ...

DEAR PET TALK: What commands should I teach my dog? – DOG LOVER DEAR DOG LOVER: This month, “Pet Talk” began at the beginning, and in the last two weeks we’ve written about the best practices when it ...

Training a dog isn’t just about tricks or obedience competitions. It’s about communication, safety, and building a solid bond between you and your furry companion. Whether you have a tiny puppy or a ...

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A dog trainer is advising puppy owners to reconsider teaching the 'sit' command first, suggesting there are better and easier commands to begin with. For those contemplating getting a dog or who have ...

LOS ANGELES - Your mutt isn't destined to be a movie star, therapy dog, bomb-sniffing expert, AKC champion or working K9? No worries. He or she still can be a well-behaved pet. A basic obedience class ...

It was about six weeks into a beginners level dog obedience class when one of the students showed up without her dog. Her dog had had some kind of medical procedure which prevented it from being in ...

Commands offer a basic language for you to communicate with your dog, and when they're paired with a solid foundation of socialization, you end up with a very good boy or girl. While dogs can learn ...