As people around the world start to travel again, dog owners should be aware that many airlines have changed their rules on pet travel during the past year. So what do you need to know before flying with your dog, and what are the various airlines' requirements? We've got you covered. Note: These guidelines are […]

Training your dog to sit on command is one of the first and most important skills any owner should teach. Besides being a good way to teach dogs to stay still, the "sit" command can be part of training them to heel, come when called, or even ask politely for a treat, toy, or attention. […]

With shaping, you don't teach the final behavior but rather break it down into smaller steps. Here's how to use shaping in dog training.

Rottweilers are a highly intelligent breed and are generally ready to please and eager to be trained. Teaching them good behavior and socializing them early on will help bring out the best in your puppy. Teresa Bradley has been showing champion Rottweilers since 1987 and has been a breeder of Rottweiler champions since 1999. We […]

Whether you have guests over, you're receiving a delivery, or you're preparing dinner, it's useful to tell your dog to go to their place. This way, you know exactly where your dog is and you don't have to worry about them being underfoot. What You Need to Teach "Go to Place" Treats Your dog's crate, […]

Learning to come when called, or recall to you, is one of the most important skills your dog can learn. But teaching a recall can be challenging, as dogs find so much of the world so interesting. Each time we ask our dog to come to us, we’re asking them to stop what they’re doing. What […]

Teaching your dog touch through nose targeting is a useful behavior. It can help lure certain body positions and more. Here's how to teach your dog touch.

How do you know if your dog has anxiety? What can you do to treat dog anxiety? We're here to explain everything you need to know.

Beagles are known for their long ears, hunting skills, and happy-go-lucky attitude. But while they love companionship and are usually easygoing, their noses can get them into trouble. Before you bring home your first Beagle puppy, it's important to prepare.We talked to National Beagle Club Approved Mentor Lori Norman about major milestones for Beagles. Here's […]

As told to the AKC by Cindy Lutian. Cindy is an instructor at Canine Star Training Academy, where she teaches CGC and Rally. Currently, she owns five Pekingese who compete in CAT, Fast CAT, Rally, and more. Her dog Buster was the first-ever Pekingese to be invited to the AKC Fast CAT Invitational. *** When I came […]