Imagine a dog leaping excitedly at arriving guests, only to receive a sharp yell or leash tug—traditional responses that breed fear rather than trust. Science-backed positive reinforcement offers a ...

ST. LOUIS — The investigation continues into who is responsible for three dogs that killed a St. Louis man and injured two others this week. Kristen Duhr, a dog behavior specialist, has spent the past ...

Aggressive actions in dogs, just like in people, show they want to hurt or upset someone. But we must remember, any dog, tall or short, can act this way if not taught well. A dog’s breed can hint at ...

Dogs don’t always behave in the way that you expect. They can bite, bark, respond poorly to commands, chew and constantly up jump on people – a far cry from the happy, waggy, playful little doggie ...

Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

RICHMOND, R.I., March 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- How can dog owners determine whether their pet needs basic instruction or deeper behavioral guidance? According to a HelloNation article featuring ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Two recent fatal dog attacks in the Kansas City area have prompted dog training experts to share warning signs owners and bystanders should know. Sammy Hellums, who has spent ...

Training isn’t just about attending dog training classes, because our pet dogs are learning from us all the time. Here are some simple strategies to incorporate reward-based dog training into everyday ...