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Timid dog cuddles in its owner’s arms because it’s scared.

Dog Care

How To Meet A Timid Dog & Gain Their Trust

When meeting any new dog, dog owners and pack leaders should approach with caution. Even if you are a dog expert, it is still best to take things slow and come at new dogs with a gentle, easy-going personality. You never know what they are going through or have been through, so it is always best to move with the utmost care. In addition, dogs often show aggression when they are afraid. While it might be tempting to know how to work with an aggressive dog and gain their trust, this is not always possible if there is genuine fear

August 25, 2021 No Comments

All About Dogs

6 Steps To Teaching Your Dog To Fetch

Teaching your dog how to fetch seems like it should be one of those things that’s so simple it requires no real thought or effort. After all, dogs love both playing and pleasing their humans, and fetch involves both of these things — you should just be able to do it, right? Short answer: nope. While there are some dogs that just seem to intrinsically understand the game and will automatically chase and retrieve whatever object you use the first time you try, most do not. Either they sit and stare at you, wondering why you would choose to throw

September 14, 2020 No Comments

a dog has a leash in his mouth, ready for a walk

All About Dogs

Choosing The Right Leash And Collar

The leash and collar is one of the most important tools you have. In most places, it’s even required by law when your dog is outside. But there are many different types of collars, and the options can be overwhelming. How do you choose the right one for your dog? And how do you best use it to gain control on the walk? Types of Leashes and Collars Simple Leash and Collar If you don’t have issues on the walk, this can be a great tool. It allows you to keep your balanced dog safely by your side and out

July 31, 2019 No Comments

All About Dogs

People Training For Training Leads

Whether you prefer the simplicity of Cesar’s colorful nylon training leads or need the advanced assistance of the Pack Leader Collar, the principles behind both are the same. Watch now as trainer and Dog Psychology Center Director Jennifer Gray shows Andre Millan the ropes when it comes to using slip-leads. Which collar do you use for walking your dog?

October 7, 2015 No Comments

a dog is ready to travel the road for a family vacation

Crate

How To Crate Your Dog For Travel

Cesar talks to Marlo Thomas about how to crate your dog for travel. Watch Cesar’s dog training video on how to successfully crate your dog for travel.

June 18, 2015 No Comments

8 Must-Have Puppy Products

Finding the perfect products for your puppy can be a blast — and there are plenty of them to choose from. Walk through any pet boutique, big-box retailer or department store, and you’ll see aisles of premium foods and treats, plush beds, toys of every shape and size, and even doggy haute couture. It will be tempting to splurge on your new dog. To begin with, however, pick up these items to make your pup’s homecoming a smooth one. 1. Collar & Leash Your puppy will need a collar and leash the day you bring her home. A collar —

June 18, 2015 No Comments

Dogs in obedience class and choosing the right class

All About Dogs

Find The Right Obedience Class

Most pet owners have probably at least flirted with the idea of putting their pup in an obedience class — maybe right after their four-legged friend has jumped on the table to go after Thanksgiving leftovers, or chewed their human’s driver’s license beyond recognition. But while these things might seem silly — despite how frustrating they can be at the time — obedience class really can help. Jennifer Gray, trainer at Cesar’s Dog Psychology Center, recommends that everyone who gets a puppy or rescues a dog puts their new pack member into an obedience class as soon as possible. When

June 18, 2015 No Comments

A dog weaves in and out of poles his owner set up in the backyard. A DIY obstacle course for your pup is simple to set up with a few items from your home.

Dog Care

Create Your Own Dog Obstacle Course on a Budget

Are you hoping to train your dog for an agility competition? Want to provide your four-legged companion with more physical and mental stimulation? Backyard dog obstacle courses are a great way to build trust, provide exercise, and prevent boredom. We’ve compiled some easy DIY dog obstacle courses on the cheap.You don’t have to shell out a lot of money for state-of-the-art equipment. You can construct a safe and fun obstacle course for dogs of any size with a few inexpensive supplies — or even things you already have in your home. DIY Backyard Agility Course for Dogs Wherever you set

June 18, 2015 No Comments

Dog Training

Training Your Dog To Wear A Muzzle

One of the most humane tools that you can use to train your dog is a muzzle, because it will help to manage their behavior while protecting them, you, and others. Of course, in order to actually use a muzzle on your dog, you have to get them to accept it, and that, in itself, takes training. How to Teach Your Dog to Wear a Muzzle Teaching your dog to wear a muzzle isn’t as tough as it seems, but you need to practice patience and consistency, and work to make your pup associate it with positive things, such as

June 18, 2015 No Comments

All About Dogs

Dog Backpack Do’s And Don’ts

Have you cut back on walks because the cold and snow is just too much for you and your pup? Winter is a good time of year to consider a doggy backpack. You can maintain the daily exercise challenge your dog needs while reducing the time you both spend in the winter weather. Added weight makes the exercise of a shorter walk more intense, but even an empty backpack can provide a mental challenge. Here are some general do’s and don’ts to get you started with the doggy backpack. DO Select a Backpack Specifically Designed for Dogs You want a

June 18, 2015 No Comments