Category: Positive Dog Training
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How to stop dog from jumping on people?
Stopping a dog from jumping on people protects visitors, improves everyday manners, and keeps social outings enjoyable for both dogs and owners. Why Stopping Jumping Improves Safety and Manners Owners want their dogs to be welcome in homes, parks, and families; a dog that jumps can undermine that. I typically see owners aiming to stop
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How often do puppies poop?
Knowing how often a puppy poops helps you track health, make steady progress with house-training, and organize daily routines for work, travel, or pet-sitting—while taking size and breed into account so expectations match the dog in front of you. What’s normal: puppy poop frequency by age and size Below is a quick, age-based baseline many
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How to build a dog ramp?
For many dog owners the question of building a ramp is practical and immediate: can a simple structure help a dog move comfortably and safely between levels they struggle with? This article walks through why a ramp matters, the quick decisions to make, the biology behind mobility, clear safety warnings, step-by-step building guidance, how to
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How to teach a dog to sit?
Teaching a dog to sit is one of the most useful, low-effort behaviors you can give a dog and it pays off in safety, manners, and everyday ease for both of you. Who benefits from teaching ‘sit’ — owners, puppies, and older dogs explained Most dog lovers need “sit” sooner or later. It’s the single
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How to do the heimlich on a dog?
Knowing how to help a choking dog is one of those practical, non-glamorous skills that can make the difference between a scary story and a saved life. Dogs explore the world with their mouths, and an otherwise normal walk or mealtime can turn into an emergency in seconds. This guide gives clear, usable steps you
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How to tell if your dog loves you?
Many dog lovers want a clear answer to a simple question: does my dog love me? That impulse matters because the answer affects everyday choices—how you respond to behavior, whether you worry about separation or aggression, and how you invest time and training. Below are practical, evidence-informed observations and steps you can use right away
