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How to Train Your Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are generally considered intelligent and eager to please. They have a reputation for being quick learners — and they’re often used as working dogs in various roles, including search and rescue, therapy work, and obedience competitions. In short: Retrievers are highly trainable and responsive to positive reinforcement training methods! Remember that individual dogs […]
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How to Clicker Train Your Dog
* All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details * You may have heard of clicker training — a type of “marker” positive reinforcement training first popularized by marine mammal trainers — from fellow dog parents or in your training classes. Not entirely sure what marker […]
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Tips for Walking Your Puppy on a Leash
Who doesn’t love puppies? They’re full of fun and laughter — but they definitely do not come pre-trained. Walking on a leash is a top skill that many pet owners want their canine companions to have, but it can be tricky to teach an energetic ball of fur to stay near your side (or avoid […]
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Tail Biting in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
Some occasional tail chasing can be harmless, though — especially in young puppies who are still learning about their bodies — while excessive tail biting is almost always a problem you need to address. Pay particular attention if the compulsive behavior is frequent and intense. Tail biting versus tail chasing Tail biting and tail chasing […]
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How to Treat Phobias in Dogs
Can dogs experience phobias like humans do? The answer is yes — and these intense, persistent excessive fears can make life difficult for both pets and their people. Here’s what you need to know about phobias in dogs, including causes, what symptoms might look like, and how to treat them. What’s the difference between a […]
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Lure Coursing: Complete Guide
* All Sniffspot articles are reviewed by certified trainers for quality, please see bottom of article for details * There are a number of activities designed to keep dogs active, mentally engaged, physically stimulated, and bonded with their guardian. Dog sports — organized athletic activities where dog-owner teams compete alongside and against each other — […]
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The Best Dog Trainers in Spokane, WA of 2023
Welcome to the Spokane, WA Sniffspot top dog trainer list for 2023. This is a list of the top dog trainers in Spokane based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public. Over 55,000 votes were used in compiling this list. We have only included the top trainers with sufficient votes and the […]
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The Best Dog Trainers in Milwaukee, WI of 2023
Welcome to the Milwaukee, WI Sniffspot top dog trainer list for 2023. This is a list of the top dog trainers in Milwaukee based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public. Over 55,000 votes were used in compiling this list. We have only included the top trainers with sufficient votes and the […]
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The Best Dog Trainers in Madison, WI of 2023
Welcome to the Madison, WI Sniffspot top dog trainer list for 2023. This is a list of the top dog trainers in Madison based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public. Over 55,000 votes were used in compiling this list. We have only included the top trainers with sufficient votes and the […]
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The Best Dog Trainers in Norfolk, VA of 2023
Welcome to the Norfolk, VA Sniffspot top dog trainer list for 2023. This is a list of the top dog trainers in Norfolk based on votes from the Sniffspot community and the general public. Over 55,000 votes were used in compiling this list. We have only included the top trainers with sufficient votes and the […]