Vetstreet's Top Dog Training Videos

Train Your Dog to Lie Down

The “down” command is a foundational behavior that every dog should know. Mikkel Becker shares three ways she likes to teach your dog to stay down.

Put an End to Barking at the Doorbell

For many dogs, a knock at the door or a ringing doorbell triggers a barking frenzy — but it doesn’t have to be that way. Watch the video below to find out how teaching your dog an alternative behavior, like mat training, can help him stay quiet when someone comes to your door.

Teach Your Dog to Come When Called

Do you call your pup only when you want to put her leash on or leave the dog park? Often, dogs don’t come when called because they think they are being punished. Mikkel Becker shows you how to make coming when called a rewarding experience instead of a negative one.

Stop Your Dog’s Humping

This is one of the more embarrassing things your dog can do, and any canine, whether he’s a puppy or altered adult dog, is capable of this bad habit. Check out Mikkel Becker’s video to learn three reasons dogs exhibit this behavior — and, no, it’s probably not because he’s trying to be dominant.

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