What kind of treats do professional dog trainers use
Professional dog trainers typically reach for treats that are small, soft, and incredibly high-value—the canine equivalent of gourmet chocolate.
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How old can a dog still receive training
New puppy parents often ask, “When’s the best time to start training?” while rescue owners of older dogs worry, “Is my 7-year-old too set in their ways?”
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Do dogs grow out of play biting
You're on the floor playing with your new puppy when—ouch!—those needle-sharp teeth sink into your hand again. As you wonder whether this phase will ever end
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Can dogs be trained not to bite others
That moment when your sweet puppy suddenly clamps down on your hand with those razor-sharp teeth can make any new owner wonder: Will this dog ever stop biting?
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can a whistle stop a dog from barking
It's 7:30 AM in your Brooklyn walk-up, and your normally sweet Labrador has transformed into a four-legged alarm clock, barking at every pedestrian passing by.
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Why isn't my dog responding to his name
That moment when you call "Max!" for the third time and your pup just stares blankly—or worse, trots in the opposite direction
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Should I say my dog's name before a command
You're at the neighborhood park when your terrier spots a squirrel. "Charlie! Come!" you shout desperately. But does Charlie actually understand that his name means you're talking to him?
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