David Levin

How to Discipline a Dog

How to productively and effectively correct your dog's bad behaviorWhen your dog acts out with bad behavior, you may want to discipline them. This simply means you want to let them know that the behavior is unacceptable....

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Pet a Dog

A dog might be a man's best friend, but they may not always act that way. Follow these instructions below to approach an unfamiliar dog, keep an eye out for signs of aggression, and pet it in a non-threatening way. Advic...

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Potty Train a Puppy

It's an exciting time when you bring your new puppy home, but a new pet also comes with challenges. One of the first and biggest challenges that you may face is that of potty training. Some puppies will learn this quickl...

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Make a Dog Love You

If your dog seems scared or hesitant around you, focus on improving your relationship. Ensure that the dog has a secure environment by making a safe, comfortable place for it in your home. Give your dog structure by trai...

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Train a Dog to Pee Outside

It's fairly simple to house train a dog of any age; it just takes patience, consistency, and understanding. According to dog trainer David Levin, the most important thing to do is react quickly: if your dog begins to pee...

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Pick a Puppy from a Litter

After much deliberation, you’ve finally decided its time to add a new, furry member to your family. You’ve researched dog breeds to find one that fits your lifestyle, and you’ve located a reputable breeder with a l...

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Tell Your Dog No

One of the first lessons your puppy or dog should learn is that “no” or “leave it” means to stop doing what it is she is doing before she hurts herself, hurts you or someone else, or destroys property. This comma...

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Train a Dog

This How.com.vn article takes you through everything you need to know about training a dog - including basic dog commands, potty training, crate training, leash training, obedience training, clicker training, and more.

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Potty Train a Dachshund

Dachshunds, or doxies, are intelligent but notoriously stubborn, so training yours to go potty outside may feel like a bit of a challenge. While it’s easy to get frustrated after your dog has an accident, it’s still ...

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Walk a Dog

It takes a special person to dedicate time, love, and patience to a pet. There is a lot of care and responsibility required, especially when it comes to training or learning how to walk a dog. There are many other factor...

How to Teach Bite Inhibition and Stop a Puppy from Nipping

A guide to keeping a puppy from mouthing, niping, and chewingYour puppy is oh-so-adorable, but boy, can they bite! Enough is enough, and it’s time to nip this nipping habit in the bud—but how do you do that? Luckily,...

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Discipline Your Puppy

Disciplining your puppy can feel a little overwhelming at times, but by focusing on a few simple strategies, you can get the best results. First, remember that repetition is much more important than force. Training takes...

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Stop Your Dog from Barking at Strangers

Your dog’s bark is his way of communicating with you. As an owner, you may appreciate that your dog barks to alert you that someone is at the front door. But excessive barking or barking at strangers may be indications...

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Take Care of a Beagle Puppy

Beagle dogs can be delightful pets but they do require a lot of training and care. Beagles are descended from working dogs, whose purpose was to hunt. This means they have a hard-wired instinct to run, sniff, and general...

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Train an Adult Dog

It is important to train your dog, whether small or large, young or old. Besides helping it behave better, training a dog will improve its relationship with you. In addition, training a dog what it can and cannot do, and...

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Train a Pitbull Puppy

A “pit bull” is a general term for the American Pit Bull Terrier or the American Staffordshire Terrier. These breeds of dog are stocky, strong, athletic and smart. However, poor training and breeding can lead to a la...

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Talk to a Dog

While you can’t actually carry on a full conversation with your dog, there are ways to effectively communicate with your pet. Talking with your pet is not only a lot of fun but will also strengthen the bond between you...

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Train an Older Dog to Walk Calmly on a Leash

Enjoying a good relationship with your dog means being able to take the dog for a walk and having it heel. Unfortunately, many dogs have learned to pull on the lead, which is tiring for you, uncomfortable to it, and coul...

How to Stop a Puppy from Nipping or Biting During Playtime

Our complete training guide on correcting your puppy’s behavior and teaching them not to bite Playing with your new puppy is so much fun! But wait… Ouch! Their tiny teeth sure are sharp, and it’s no fun to get nipp...

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House Train Corgi Puppies

Corgis are intelligent, gentle, and incredibly cute. But, like all dogs, they need to be properly house trained to avoid making a mess on the floor. Through patience and positive reinforcement, you'll find it easy to get...