Tips from a Dog Trainer

Tips on dog training by dog trainer and behavior consultant Adrienne Farricelli.
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The Surprising Mistake That Could Be Sabotaging Puppy Training, According to an Expert Dog Trainer
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Ways to Fix Bad Dog Behavior
If you are struggling with "bad" dog behaviors, you are likely feeling helpless and may be wondering what to do. Well, I'm here to offer some tips and ideas! Before considering several effective strategies to stop "bad" dog behaviors, it's important to remember that dogs don't behave badly just to drive us nuts.
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How Do I Get My Dog to Ignore Other Dogs on Walks? 12 Tips for Calmer Walks
As social animals, many dogs have a hard time ignoring other dogs on walks. The presence of other dogs acts as a strong distraction that can put a dent in your dog's training. Discover several strategies to help your dog focus on you and ignore other dogs on walks.
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How to train your dog to enter his crate?
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How Do You Teach a Dog His Name?
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Why Do Dogs Shake off Their Bodies
If you own a dog, you are likely very familiar with this phenomenon and most likely have been lucky enough to have been offered an impromptu shower from your canine companion—just as you were about to dry him up with a bath towel.
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How to Train a Stubborn Dog
When you label your dog stubborn, it’s like locking them into a fixed state that leaves no room for growth, learning, or improvement. It’s like tossing the rope and saying, “Well, this is just who they are.” This mindset creates a sense of hopelessness and frustration, which only deepens the misunderstanding. So, if you’re feeling hopeless and stuck, take a moment to remove that “stubborn” label once and for all, and try to replace it with something more productive, like “learner in progress.”
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Why Is My Dog So Territorial?
Professional trainer Adrienne Farricelli explains why dogs become overly protective of the home and how you can reduce territoriality in your pet.
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How to Finally Put an End to Your Dog’s Digging
Discover several ways to address your dog’s digging problem with these tips from a pro.
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How to Stop Your Dog From Pulling on the Leash Once and for All
Oftentimes, it helps to take a moment to get into our canine’s mindset. When dogs pull, they’re not trying to intentionally frustrate us. It’s not about being stubborn or trying to defy us. Rather, it’s mostly a matter of instincts and learned outcomes.
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These easy training cues are a pleasure to train, but the recall may be better off waiting a bit. Discover nine "pre-recall" exercises you can instead try with your new puppy to set them up for future training success.
Top training cues to train a puppy (and why the recall isn't one of them)
These easy training cues are a pleasure to train, but the recall may be better off waiting a bit. Discover nine "pre-recall" exercises you can instead try with your new puppy to set them up for future training success.
The Surprising Mistake That Could Be Sabotaging Puppy Training, According to an Expert Dog Trainer
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How to Stop Dog from Nipping at People
To stop a dog from biting people it’s important to rule out medical disorders first and then implement management and a behavior intervention strategy. Let’s take a look at several important steps.
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Why Does My Dog Attack My White Chicken
To better understand why dogs attack chickens in general, we need to take a look at several potential causes such as genetics, breed predispositions, lack of socialization, rehearsal history, level of obedience training and high energy levels.
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How to Help a Dog with Fear of Loud Noises After Being Traumatized by Fireworks
A dog being frightened by fireworks and escaping from a leash or a home is not uncommon. Indeed, each year, animal control officers find many dogs who have run for their lives after firework displays, making Independence Day their busiest day of the year.