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Teach Your Dog the Right Way to Play
By Mikkel Becker, May 3, 2013Do you like playing with your dog, or do you approach it as one more pet care chore? Playing is fun — especially when the game is engaging for all those involved. Play can build trust,… Full Article ›
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5 Ways to Keep Your Dog Active Indoors
By Mikkel Becker, Apr 10, 2013As a dog trainer, spring is often my busiest time of year. I see lots of dogs who have been kept inside all winter and have developed behavior issues because of under-met exercise and… Full Article ›
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5 Steps for Turning Your Dog Into a Peak Performance Athlete
By Arden Moore, Sep 18, 2012Meet one of the fastest-growing dog breeds: the canine athlete. In fact, the number of canines participating in sanctioned sports sponsored by the American Kennel Club has more than doubled in… Full Article ›
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Is There Really Such a Thing as an Ideal Weight for Pets?
By Linda Fiorella, Aug 3, 2012Our furry family members depend on us to help them stay happy and healthy. And with so much talk of obesity and its effect on both quality and quantity of life, it’s only natural to aim for… Full Article ›
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10 Ways to Turn Your Local Dog Park Into a Dream Retreat
By Arden Moore, Jul 12, 2012Is your dog park in need of a serious face-lift? As a consultant for the annual $500,000 Beneful Dream Dog Park contest, I’ve spent the past two years collaborating with Jason Cameron, host… Full Article ›
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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About the Soaring Sport of Canine Disc
By Arden Moore, Jul 18, 2012Got a dog who relishes marathon games of fetch and who shakes the life out of his toys? You may have a superstar athlete in the making. Melissa Heeter knows this firsthand. As the first woman… Full Article ›
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Surf's Up at America's Best Dog Beach
By Arden Moore, Jun 26, 2012If you're looking for what is arguably the best dog beach to visit this summer, then make plans to unleash your dog at Ocean Beach Dog Beach in San Diego, Calif. I've traveled with… Full Article ›
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7 Tips for Hosting Your Own National Dog Party Day Shindig
By Arden Moore, Jun 15, 2012There are parties — and then there are paw-ties. I should know. As the creator of National Dog Party Day, I've staged doggie get-togethers for groups as large as 800 from Maine to… Full Article ›
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How Do I Teach My Dog to Use a Food Puzzle?
By Dr. Marty Becker, Apr 18, 2013Q. My dog isn’t very bright — how do I get him to use food puzzles? Should I try one designed for puppies? A. I am so happy to see this question because it means people are… Full Article ›
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Common Behavior Problems in Senior Dogs
Jan 17, 2013Older dogs, like older people, may experience sensory or cognitive losses. Fortunately, dogs deal well with these changes — better, in fact, than most people do. The most common sensory… Full Article ›
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Common Behavior Problems in Puppies
Dec 26, 2012Very young puppies are so cute, it's hard to imagine that within a few months, they'll graduate from their "I-just-want-to-please-you" stage and enter their… Full Article ›
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Common Behavior Problems in Adult Dogs
Jan 10, 2013Struggling with a badly behaved dog? Take heart: As many as 90 percent of all dog owners report some behavioral problem with their dog. If you’re lucky, you will be faced with a simple… Full Article ›