The “come” command — also known as recall — is one of the most important skills to teach your dog. Not only will a solid recall help you avoid those embarrassing games of catch-me-if-you-can when ...

The other day, I observed a man running down the street after his dog. The dog stopped and sniffed something. The man got close enough to grab the dog’s collar. But the dog bolted down the street ...

Training your dog isn’t just a fun bonding activity—it’s a necessity. Whether it’s calling your dog back before it bolts into traffic or having them calmly sit while visitors arrive, essential dog ...

It was about six weeks into a beginners level dog obedience class when one of the students showed up without her dog. Her dog had had some kind of medical procedure which prevented it from being in ...

One of the questions I am frequently asked is how to get a dog to come when called. This can be difficult under normal circumstances, but add in a distraction, like a squirrel, and you may find ...

Bringing home a puppy is a joyful experience—but it’s also a big responsibility. Puppies are curious, energetic, and ready to learn. If you're wondering how to get started with puppy training, you're ...

A dog is shown participating in fly-ball at the Bully Walk at Woodward Park. MARK CROSSE Fresno Bee Staff Photo Dear Old Trainer: I saw an Australian Shepherd jump over her human’s arm on command. I’d ...

Humor writer Dave Barry once wrote, "You can say any fool thing to a dog, and the dog will just give you this look that says, 'My GOSH, you're RIGHT! I NEVER would've thought of that!" Most dog owners ...