Find out what your dog’s sleep positions mean
Can you decipher dog tail messages?
Understand what your dog’s saying with his paw
5 tips to successfully leash train your puppy
To successfully leash train your puppy, start early, and use lots of treats. Other helpful hints: use a harness, make walks fun, and build in time to sniff.
Dog walker vs. pet sitter: Do you know the difference?
Dog walker vs. pet sitter: Which meets your dog’s needs? Before making the choice, consider what your dog needs and which option will best meet that need.
Seniors face dangers walking dogs
Seniors face dangers walking dogs, according to a new study by the University of Pennsylvania, which shows people 60 and older face a higher injury risk.
10 ways to get your dog to focus during dog walks
Don’t reward your dog for pulling on the leash and failing to focus during dog walks. Don’t scold your dog for being distracted, instead make training fun.
How much exercise does a Pug need?
A Pug should have at least two 20-minute sessions of exercise per day. Moderate exercise is crucial to help maintain the Pug’s weight.
7 winter dog-walking safety tips
Winter dog-walking safety tips: Keep walks short, protect your dog’s feet, wear warm and reflective clothing, and be aware of cars and other hazards.
Winter dog-walking tips
Winter dog-walking tips: Keep walks short, protect his paws, dress your dog warmly, and make sure your dog gets plenty of food and water.
Find your pup’s favorite spot for dog walks
A favorite spot for dog walks: Make your daily walks count by finding out where your dog likes to walk best — park, beach, woods or school.
7 tips to make the most of daily dog walks
Try to take daily dog walks. Pick a place that’s fun for both of you, set a reasonable pace and keep your dog on a loose leash.
Find out when, where and how most dog owners take their pups out
The folks at DogBuddy.com decided to compile dog walk info by surveying more than 1,000 dog owners across the United Kingdom. Among their findings, most dog owners usually walk in the morning and tend to walk alone.
Trip Less Trainer builds a better leash
Joshua McCauley started Trip Less Trainer and created a shorter leash with a thumb tab that he says allows the trainer to provide consistent control.
Stop on-leash dog aggression
Dogs need companionship, exercise, training and affection.Work with a reputable dog trainer or behaviorist to correct dog aggression.
Tips for walking multiple dogs
Before walking multiple dogs, begin by training each dog to heel and walk on a loose leash. Once you have control, begin adding additional dogs.
Dog training: Eliminate leash aggression
When stressed, dogs who haven’t learned to walk on a loose leash will instinctively revert to a fight or flight mode and exhibit leash aggression.
Take your dog on a power walk
Take your dog on a power walk where you are in control and your dog is a relaxed follower. That lets the dog experience the full benefits of exercise.