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Training a dog? Deciphering a cat tail twitch? We’ve got expert tips for the wackiest of behaviors.

basic obedience & training
behavioral issues
behavior & body language
anxiety & separation anxiety
Dog hiding under the sofa and afraid to go out because he heard fireworks.
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Why Are Dogs Scared of Fireworks?

How to keep your dog mentally and physically safe this Fourth of July.

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.

Woman teaching dog to lay down.

This is one of the most helpful cues you can ever teach your dog.

Man walking his small brown puppy outside.

With some diligence and some positive rewards, teaching your pup this skill is totally doable.

Cute black dog sniffing the grass outside.

Aside from being cool, your dog’s super scent-sniffing abilities are good for their mental health.

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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

Couple in bed with their cat.

Not everyone wants them in the room.

Dog hiding under the sofa and afraid to go out because he heard fireworks.

How to keep your dog mentally and physically safe this Fourth of July.

Sneaky cat hiding in the bathtub in a bathroom at home.

This seems... like a weird choice.

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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Brown dog outside yawing.

All their little movements mean a lot.

Sad dog waiting by the window at home.

Is it like The Secret Life of Pets, or what?

Dog hiding under the sofa and afraid to go out because he heard fireworks.

How to keep your dog mentally and physically safe this Fourth of July.

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

Sad dog waiting by the window at home.

Is it like The Secret Life of Pets, or what?

Dog hiding under the sofa and afraid to go out because he heard fireworks.

How to keep your dog mentally and physically safe this Fourth of July.

Welsh Corgi dog hiding scared under the bed.

This summer, your pup deserves a little support.

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