How to teach your dog Polite Greeting

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It’s happened to all of us: You’re on a relaxing walk with your furry companion, and suddenly, it’s as if you’ve unleashed a friendly but overly enthusiastic dragon on innocent passersby. If your dog’s idea of a polite greeting involves a full-on Olympic sprint and a tackle, it’s time for a change. By the end … Read more

How to Teach Your Dog to Crawl

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Let’s face it, watching videos of dogs commando-crawling under fences and through the grass has sent us all into a cuteness overload at one point or another. You’re likely here because you want to turn those adorable video moments into reality with your own four-legged comrade, but you’re not quite sure where to start. In … Read more

Practicing Targeting with Your Dog: Key Training Steps

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Training your dog often feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s Cube with oven mitts on—frustrating and with a high chance of snack breaks. But targeting exercises? They’re the sweet spot of dog training, where success meets fun. In this post, you’ll discover why teaching your pooch to target can be your new go-to activity … Read more

Put Away Toys: Teach Your Dog This Useful Command

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Rover’s room might not be the tidiest, and guess what, neither is yours when Fido’s plush pals are strewn all over the living room floor. It’s a canine cornucopia of chaos, and those toys won’t walk themselves back into the bin. What you’re about to get is a rundown on how to turn your pup … Read more

Teaching your dog the Touch command: Simple Steps

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When your furball looks at you with those I’ll-do-anything-for-a-treat eyes, it’s hard to resist not teaching them every trick in the book. But let’s hone in on one that’s as fun as it is useful – the ‘Touch’ command. By the end of this read, you’ll be equipped to turn those eager eyes into focused, … Read more

Training Your Dog to Bow: Tips and Techniques

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As a fellow dog lover, I understand that you want to make your relationship with your furry friend as fun and fulfilling as possible. Sometimes, though, it can be challenging to find new ways to engage and entertain them. That’s where teaching your dog to bow on command comes in – it’s a fantastic trick … Read more

Step-by-Step Guide to Teaching Your Dog “High Five”

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Are you tired of the same old tricks with your dog and looking for something fun and exciting to spice up your training sessions? Does your dog seem to have boundless energy that you’re struggling to channel into something productive? You’re in luck – we have just what you’re looking for! In this post, we’re … Read more

Teach Your Dog to Shake Paws: Fun Bonding & New Skills

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Shaking hands isn’t just a polite greeting among humans—it’s also a fun and engaging trick to teach your furry friend! If you’ve ever struggled with finding ways to bond with your dog or wished you could impress friends with your pup’s impeccable manners, teaching the shake or paw command is a great solution. As a … Read more