To teach a dog to sit, say the word and then use a treat to get them into a sitting position, Gagnon says. Usually this can ...

An adult dog may not be a young pup anymore, but that doesn’t mean they won’t make an endearing companion with spunk and curiosity who can be trained to make a great transition into your home. First, ...

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Ever feel like your puppy is auditioning for a role in a canine version of Mission: Impossible minus the obedience skills?

Q: Recently I adopted a year-old, 10-pound terrier mix. He's a wonderful dog but hasn't been house-trained. I take him out first thing in the morning, feed him 90 minutes later and later take him to a ...

Morieka Johnson is a former writer who covered pet products, health, and training. She created Soulpup, a website about responsible pet ownership. If you have an adult dog that is suddenly going to ...