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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

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.

Dog looking alert while man sits on couch at home.

Signs to look out for.

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

The most mouth-watering treats for training your pup.

Cat exiting the letterbox at home.

Learn if it comes naturally—or if training helps.

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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 holding their cat at home.

The worst thing you can do? Rush them.

Two dogs playing with a toy outside in the grass.

Even when they have plenty of their own...

Cat walking on top of stove at home.

It’s a rare situation, but here’s what to do to prevent it.

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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.

woman holding her dog's face in her hands and talking to them

We talk to them, but are they listening?

Couple holding their cat at home.

The worst thing you can do? Rush them.

Group sitting around a dog at home.

Pups are much better at reading the room than we are.

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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.

Dog howling at home.

You can sleep train a baby, after all...

Cat sitting next to an automatic feeder.

The experts have opinions.


Man cuddling dog in bed.

The truth about the viral trend.

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