Probably the hottest continuing controversy among dog experts has to do with training methods. While it is the case that positive or "reward-based" training techniques have become more widespread ...

“Playing interactive games with dogs—like fetch, tug, and hide-and-seek—is the fast track to off-leash reliability. For some dogs, playing games becomes a passion that may rival walks, sniffing, and ...

It’s all about positive reinforcement. That’s what Lily Ware, owner of Spot On Dog Training, believes and what she practices in her business. “All dogs can be trained. It takes patience and time, but ...

Ms. Wittmeyer is an editor in Opinion. If you own a dog and have ever searched the internet for advice on that dog, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered Zak George. Mr. George, a 45-year-old with ...

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