Training a dog is one of the most important responsibilities of pet ownership. Beyond teaching tricks, obedience training creates structure, improves communication and strengthens the relationship ...

My husband, DC, and I are in the doghouse. That is, our house is under canine government now that the dogs outnumber us three to two. The newest member, recently rescued from one of our kids, is a ...

Question: We just got a puppy and I'm wondering what are the most important words and commands for her to know? Answer: This is a great question. Jokingly, I would say what's not the most important ...

A little help can go a long way with everything from poor leash manners to general nervousness—and ensure that your dog’s small problems don’t turn into big ones. Whether you recently adopted a pup or ...

WESTON, Wis. (WSAW) - Did you get a new puppy for Christmas or perhaps have an older dog that’s misbehaving? It’s never too late to begin obedience training. Cindy Steinke is the owner and trainer at ...

Question: Our terrier mix rescue is about 7 months old now. He walks pretty well on the leash, and we've started doing basic obedience, but I feel like we're failing miserably on the "stay" cue. How ...

Jamie Gibbs had her 9-week-old puppy Willow for less than two weeks when she brought the rescue dog to the Waukegan Park District’s puppy obedience class. She was still completing the registration ...

Carson City Recreation’s Basic Dog Obedience program, instructed by Guy Yeaman, will begin Oct. 2 and run through Nov. 6. Yeaman uses his 50 years of experience to help owners teach their dogs basic ...