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Caring for independent eaters

Tips on kitten feeding, health, litter box training, socializing, and more.

Two kittens with a variety of three different types of solid food in trays in front of them

Video: How to Crate Train Your Dog

Watch this video explaining how to crate train a dog to help your pup become comfortable with going into a crate.

White puppy in a crate, learning the crate training process

Dog Training Tips: Do's and Don'ts

Learn some of the best dog training tips — plus what not to do with your dog.

Person teaching a dog to trade using a high-value treat, one of the best dog training tips

How to Teach a Dog to Trade

Teaching a dog to trade a low-value item for a high-value item can help with resource guarding. Here are steps to teach your dog to drop and trade items.

Person teaching a dog to trade with a bone and some treats

How to Stop Dog Mouthing

Dog mouthing (aka mock or play biting) with people can get too rough. To discourage a dog from mouthing, follow these steps.

Dog and woman looking into each other's eyes.

How to Help a Dog Sensitive to Touch

Is your dog sensitive to touch? You can help your dog learn to enjoy being handled by teaching positive associations with touch.

White dog who is sensitive to touch being handled in a positive manner with head pats

How to Socialize a Dog

Socialization helps dogs become comfortable in different situations with people and other animals. Here are some helpful tips for how to socialize a dog.

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How to Stop Destructive Dog Chewing

Chewing is a natural and healthy dog instinct. However, our canine pals don’t always chew on appropriate things. Here’s how to stop destructive dog chewing.

Two puppies chewing on shoe laces, an example of destructive dog chewing

How to Relieve Dog Car Anxiety and Fear of Car Rides

Learn step-by-step instructions and tips to help with dog car anxiety and fear of car rides to help your dog relax and enjoy going for a ride.

dog going for a car ride

Tips for Taking a Dog in Public

Taking your dog in public should be a positive experience for everyone: you, your dog, and those around you. Learn tips to make that possible.

a dog in public being walked on leash on a sidewalk

How to Teach a Dog to Sit in 3 Easy Steps

Teaching a dog to sit is an essential basic dog training cue. Learn how to teach a dog to sit in just three easy steps.

person teaching a dog how to sit outdoors

Top 5 Basic Dog Commands

Learn how to teach five basic dog training commands using small food treats as rewards.

Woman teaching a dog basic dog training commands using treats

How to Teach a Dog to Come

Teaching a dog to come when called can keep them safe in dangerous and unexpected situations. Here's a step-by-step guide to teach a dog to come.

person using a toy as a reward to teach a dog to come

'Look at That' (LAT) Training for Reactive Dogs

Teaching a dog to look at you is especially helpful for reactive dogs and can help all dogs in scary or exciting situations when they are distracted. Follow this step-by-...

Dog in a dog training class learning to look at his person

How to Find a Dog Trainer: 5 Questions to Ask

Want to find a dog trainer? Here's advice for how to choose a good dog trainer, along with questions to ask them.

brown dog smiling next to dog trainer

How to Teach a Dog 'Off'

Use this step-by-step guide to teach your dog the "off" command. This dog training cue can be used to get a dog off furniture and more.

small dog lying on furniture