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basic obedience & training

Learn from the experts and train your pet on basic obedience: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

Man standing outside a restaurant with his guide dog.
Cute black Labrador dog with someone's sock in it's mouth.

It may be playful, but it’s getting old.

Woman getting her puppy ready for a walk at home.

By sticking to a schedule, you’ll find it’s very doable.

New Dog Training 101

Look, new dogs are cute. But they’re also little alien monsters who have descended to destroy our furniture and our sleep. Still, we love them. Luckily, this program covers all the basics, from potty training to proper socialization—all through positive reinforcement. Time to stock up on treats!

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Dog jumping up on woman at home.

Plus, four things you should do immediately.

Cute Labrador puppy barking outside in the grass.

Follow this guide for a calm and content puppy.

Young blonde woman with a Jack Russell puppy during spring in the city.

The most mouth-watering treats for training your pup.

Woman taking her puppy outside in the grass.

If anything requires patience, it’s this.

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Hint: Take it slow.

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It may stop the problem in the moment...

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Pet health question that’s not an emergency? Our vet team will answer over email within 48 hours. So, go ahead, ask us about weird poop, bad breath, and everything in between.

Man holding his small brown dog up in the air.

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Woman leashing up her dog to get ready for a walk.

Get expert advice to find what will work for your pup.

Sad dog staring at someone getting ready to leave their house.

All those things you’re doing to get ready may be the culprit.

Juliana DeWillems, KPA CTP, is a member of the Karen Pryor Academy faculty.

The answer to your obedience questions—right there on your phone.

Puppy stealing slipper from woman at home.

The most important cue your dog doesn’t know. Yet.

Couple walking their new puppy outside in the grass.

And learn how often they have to go outside.

Woman trains with a young husky on a dog training field

The questions to ask and credentials to look out for to find the right trainer for your dog, according to a pro.

Two dogs staring at each other on a walk outside.

Stop them before a stare turns into a fight. 

Pitbull puppy sitting in the middle of the stairs.

With a little patience, some training, and a few treats, your pup will be scaling those steps in no time.

A woman walking with her dog at golden hour.

Animal behaviorist Karen London on how the time change will affect your cat or dog.

Puppy playing at home with his toy alone.
Man training his hairy black dog outside.

And they’ll thank you for it.

Woman walking her dog in a park

And why you shouldn’t skip the longer routes.

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Your dog knows when they want fun and games, but it’s important you understand. Here’s why.

Man holding puppy outside in grass.

And how to keep them safe when they do.

Woman teaching her dog how to use speech buttons.

Those viral Tiktok videos may not be all smoke and mirrors. 

Person walking their dog in the street

Don’t let your new dog walk you.

Labrador dog wants to eat breakfast.

It's time to reframe the situation.

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And when will it stop?

Small puppy sitting on training pee pad at home.

First step: patience.

Man holds his Labrador dog in his arms outside.

One more thing to talk about with your therapist.

Large brown dog refusing to walk outside.