“Balanced” is one of the more deceitful words used in the unregulated field of dog training. This approach utilizes both positive reinforcement (rewards-based) methods and aversives (physical ...

A group of local dog trainers posted on Instagram last Wednesday questioning the methods of Happy Dog Training owner Mike Snell, unleashing some unhappy customers in the process. Mr Snell in response ...

In what the Kennel Club calls a “historic moment for animal welfare,” the use of electric shock collars on dogs will be banned in England starting February 1, 2024. What is an electronic shock collar?

Dog owners can have a lot of challenges to overcome with their furry friends. From excessive barking to jumping up on visitors, to digging in the yard, it can be frustrating and difficult to train ...

In January, Russell Upol, 36, was walking his lhasa apso, Anapol, in a tree-lined Tulsa neighborhood when they came upon an unleashed German shepherd. When the big dog approached, “the owner said, ...

Almost any dog can benefit from a training collar. Gwenyn Nave-Powers of Powers Dog Training explains that while a regular flat dog collar works for walks and pet identification, you'll need something ...