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Best Way to Train Your Dog to Leave It

Does your dog scarf up cigarette butts or chicken bones in the street or steal defrosting steaks from your kitchen counter? “Leave it” is the command you need. “Leave it” is said with a deep tone of voice. It’s serious. Indoors, use it to warn your dog when he’s ogling… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Train Your Dog to Sneeze

Sneezing is a back-and-forth game of focus and imitation. Working without distractions so that your dog’s attention is yours, simply try small sneezes to get your dog to imitate you. Sneeze and wait. Sneeze and wait. At first, praise any sound your dog makes in response. Once he sneezes back,… Continue Reading…

Best Way to Train Your Dog to Back Up On Command

When clients ask me how to stop their dog from stealing from the garbage, I always advise them to put the garbage behind closed doors, under the sink or in the pantry. Prevention is excellent dog training and a genuine time-saver.

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