Why “Alpha” Is a Poor Explanation for Dog Training

Describing a dog as “alpha” often turns a specific behavior problem into an imagined contest for control.

Anything Pawsable Staff
Published July 15, 2020

Teaching Your Dog to Settle During Meals

Dinner doesn’t have to come with a hopeful nose at your elbow. Teach your dog a comfortable place to settle, and help everyone at the table make the new routine stick.

Olivia Williams
Published March 30, 2020

Teaching Tricks for Enjoyable Practice

A simple trick can give you and your dog another enjoyable way to practice training. Choose a behavior the dog can perform comfortably, and reward small steps.

Kea Grace
Published January 15, 2020

Dog Training Commands in Five Languages: Sit, Down and Come

Examples of sit, down and come in English, German, French, Czech and Dutch, with practical steps for introducing a new cue.

Kea Grace
Published January 9, 2020

How to Set Service Dog Training Goals for the New Year

With another year nearly behind us, it’s time to start looking forward to the new year.

Kea Grace
Published December 26, 2019

Dog Training: You’re Doing It Wrong – Part 1

Many common dog training mistakes get in the way of your dog learning. Most people have no idea these common errors exist, though!

Kea Grace
Published September 20, 2019

A Practical Plan for House Training

House training works best with frequent opportunities, supervision and rewards.

Olivia Williams
Published April 23, 2019

Training Tutorials

Choose an AP tutorial for a nose target, settling on a mat or quieter mealtimes, then find a training book that fits your next step.

USSDR
Published May 18, 2018

Service Dogs in Psychiatric Hospitals: Policy Considerations

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USSDR
Published May 18, 2018