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Help, My Dog Bites! How to Deal with Dogs Who Bite

May 21st, 2012 – If your dog bites or has bitten someone in the past, it is important to work with him so that it doesn't happen again. Here are some tips and tools for training dogs... Read More »

Running With Your Dog: How to Train Fido to Run at Your Side

May 18th, 2012 – Running with your dog is a great way for both of you to get exercises. Here is one way to train your dog to run at your side, rather than pulling you around by his... Read More »

Jonesy Conquers a Pine Tree!

May 16th, 2012 – Why would a pine tree be dangerous? Jonesy demonstrates the dangers of pine cones. Read More »

Training a Dog to Love Eye Drops: Will This Also Train The Dog to Chew Medication Bottles?

May 8th, 2012 – Part of the recommended process of training a dog to love eye drops is to have the dog lick treats off the eyedrop bottle. Will this then teach the dog to chew on... Read More »

Medical Conditions in Aging Pets

May 4th, 2012 – Dogs and cats can develop many medical conditions as they get older. Here are a few symptoms to be on the look out for. Read More »

Help! My Vet is Scaring My Dog!

May 2nd, 2012 – Some veterinarians aren't aware when a dog's body language indicates they are fearful. Here are some steps to take to encourage your vet to interact properly with your... Read More »

Clicker Training Horses: Can It Be Done?

Apr 27th, 2012 – Can you really clicker train a horse? For decades, dolphin and killer whale trainers have been using a variation on positive reinforcement called clicker training. In... Read More »

The Loss of a Pet: Resources to Help You Grieve

Apr 24th, 2012 – To some people, the loss of a pet or even the decision to euthanize seems just another complication of day-to-day life. To others, the loss of an animal companion can... Read More »

Scrub Jay vs. Dog: Who is Smarter?

Apr 20th, 2012 – Who is smarter? A scrub jay or a dog? The answer may surprise you. Read here about research done with scrub jays that proves just how intelligent they really are. Read More »

My Dog is Fearful of Strangers: Tethering Dogs in Front of Stores

Apr 17th, 2012 – Do you ever tether your dog outside a store while you run in for a minute? Here is why it might not be a good idea for all dogs. Read More »

Medical Issues in Pets May Cause Behavior Problems

Apr 13th, 2012 – Some behavior problems in pets may be related to a hidden medical issue. Read More »

Dog Training Classes Can and Should Be More than Sit, Stay, Stand

Apr 6th, 2012 – Dog training classes can and should be more than sit, stay, stand. From focusing on their owner to controlling impulse control, our global approach allows the... Read More »

Jonesy Declares Pampering Pickle One of his Favorite Stores

Apr 6th, 2012 – Pampering Pickle Goodies and Gifts for Dogs is located in Placerville, CA, and is more than just a store. Owner, Theresa Corley, focuses more on education than mere... Read More »

Marian (Breland) Bailey Interprets Misbehavior of Organisms

Apr 3rd, 2012 – In their experiences training up to 1000 animals on a given day, the Brelands came upon some unexpected findings which they published in their landmark paper, The... Read More »

How Do I Train My Dog to Stop Chasing the Chickens, Cat, Rat…And Our Other Pets?

Mar 29th, 2012 – How do I train my dog to stop chasing the chickens? It is all about teaching your dog an alternate, more appropriate behavior. Read more here. Read More »

Heavenly Greens Synthetic Turf: Making Life with Dogs That Much Easier

Mar 23rd, 2012 – Heavenly Greens synthetic turf makes it easy to clean up after dogs, plus is always photo and video-ready. Here is the step by step installation process. Read More »

Become More Exciting Than a Squirrel: Teaching a Reliable Come When Called

Mar 16th, 2012 – Does your dog have a reliable come when called? Find out here the steps to train your dog to race to you whenever you call him! Read More »

Keller and Marian Breland Create the Field of Applied Animal Psychology

Mar 14th, 2012 – Animal Behavior Enterprises, founded by Keller and Marian Breland, created the field of applied animal psychology. Here is their first landmark paper. Read More »

Learn to Earn Program - Frequently Asked Questions

Mar 14th, 2012 – Here are answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding Dr. Yin's version of the Learn to Earn program. Read More »

Regular Leash vs. Hands-free Waist Leash: Which is Safer When Your Dog Pulls?

Mar 5th, 2012 – Which is safer when your dog pulls: a regular leash or a hands-free waist leash? Find out here! Read More »

Dante Meows Too Much: How I Stopped the Incessant Meowing

Feb 29th, 2012 – Some cats, like Bengals, like to meow incessantly. Here's one way to stop the constant noise and train quiet behavior instead. Read More »

Gentle Leader Head Collar: Reinforcement or Punishment?

Feb 24th, 2012 – What category of operant conditioning does the Gentle Leader head collar fall under? Find out why it is important to be able to distinguish the difference between... Read More »

Which Types of Collars and Harnesses are Safe for Your Dog?

Feb 20th, 2012 – Which types of collars and harnesses are safe for your dog? Here is a summary of the pros and cons of some of the various collars and harnesses for dogs. Read More »

The Learn to Earn Program: Implementing the Program

Feb 15th, 2012 – Here are the first steps to implement Dr. Yin's version of the Learn to Earn Program, which teaches humans the leadership skills they will need, as well as teaching... Read More »

The Learn to Earn Program: Developing Leadership in Humans and Impulse Control in Dogs

Feb 6th, 2012 – Dr. Yin's version of the Learn to Earn Program teaches humans the leadership skills they will need, as well as teaching impulse control in dogs. From excessive barking... Read More »