Dog Behavior & Training

Teaching your dog to lie down on cue is fun and easy. Learn how to train your dog to lie down when asked and stay there until you release it.

Training your dog to heel is considered to be one of the foundational cues your dog should know. Here’s how to do it, step-by-step, with all the tips and tricks you need to master this skill.

How can you get your dog to stay on command? All dogs should learn how to stay when told. Follow these steps to train your dog to stay in place.

It may not be as important as “sit” and “stay,” but training your dog to take a bow is a very cute trick.

Teaching your dog to release things is very important for the dog’s safety and your peace of mind.

Can your dog wave its paw on command? Waving is a fun dog trick that will impress anyone. Learn how to quickly and easily train your dog to wave on cue.

Your dog can learn to do his business when you ask. Find out how to train a dog to go potty on command.

The less you use the command “NO,” the more likely your puppy will be able to hear it! To make this easy to do, teach your puppy alternatives to “NO.”

Want to keep your dog off furniture and counters? Learn how to train a dog to respond to the “off” command and overcome some of the common problems.

Spinning is a trick that most dogs can learn in a few quick training sessions. Learn how to train your dog to spin to the left or right.

Not all dogs instinctively know how to play fetch. Learn how to teach your dog to fetch a ball and bring it back for a fun interactive game.

Dogs need to learn self-control so they don’t do things like bolt outside. Learn how to enforce the “wait” command when training your dog.

Follow these tips and steps to properly train your puppy to sit and stay on command.

Get step by step training tips on how to teach a puppy to sit using clicker training and lure training methods.

Training a service dog can be a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be. We reviewed the best online service dog training programs, so you can help your pup be a companion for someone with a disability.

Training your dog to come when called is an essential basic command for dogs. Most dogs learn easily with the right incentives.