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Tug of War: Why Dogs Like to Tug, Benefits and Risks, and How to Play | Pupford
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There are some things that our dogs do that would seem pretty ridiculous if we tried to do ourselves (like roll around in a questionable smell in the grass, while on a walk). But some things are actually quite fun for us as well, like a game of tug of war (at least grade school...
5 Ways to Give Your Dog Choices | Pupford
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Dogs, like humans, thrive when they have a sense of control over their environment. As pet parents, we make numerous decisions for our dogs—from their diet and exercise routines to their social interactions and daily activities. However, giving dogs choices within these parameters is crucial for their well-being. It empowers them to express preferences, reduces...
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The Dog Training POV Series with Trevor Smith - Puppy Socialization | Pupford
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If you get your dog as a puppy, one of the most important things that you can do for yourself and your dog is to work on socialization as early as possible. To people, dogs, other animals, and more. But if your dog is not a puppy, these tips can still be helpful to you!...
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My Dog Is Driving Me Crazy! Do These 3 Things Today | Pupford
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Help, my dog is driving me crazy! Dogs are challenging. No matter the age, breed, or size of your dog there will be situations and behaviors that will drive you absolutely crazy. And guess what, that's totally normal.I have gone through the ups and downs of being a pup parent in many ways. My wife...
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The Dog Training POV Series with Trevor Smith - Leash Walking | Pupford
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As pup parents, one of the things we love to do with our dogs is to take them places! The beach, a park, a trail, a store, a walk around the city, you name it. But walks can quickly take a turn if your dog won’t stop pulling on the leash or if they don’t...
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How You Might Be RUINING Your Dog's Recall | Pupford
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While recall is a behavior that takes a lot of practice and persistence, there are some things you may be doing that are actually RUINING your dog's recall... 😳 In this video we will talk about common mistakes pup parents can make when it comes to recall and what to do instead. This episode will...
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Training a Puppy 101: 10 Best Puppy Training Tips & Advice | Pupford
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Bringing home a new dog is undoubtedly exciting, but it can be a little overwhelming too. There’s a lot of “what now?” and “where do we start?” types of questions when it comes to training. We put together this list of 10 puppy training tips to help answer those questions and give you as many...
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The Dog Training POV Series with Trevor Smith - Reward Training | Pupford
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When training a dog, rewards are so important. That is how you can get your dog to listen to you when you are asking them to perform different behaviors and cues, and then have them repeat those things over and over. But not all dogs are motivated the exact same way. Some dogs like treats,...
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The Dog Training POV Series with Trevor Smith - Potty Training | Pupford
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Ahh, potty training. One of the least glamorous parts of pup parenthood. Between all the accidents, late night/early morning outings, and constant supervision, it’s definitely not one of the most fun parts of training. But, there are some things we can do to make the training process go as smoothly as possible. In this video...
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Holiday Tips and Training For Your Dog With Taylor Frank of Proper Paws Training | Pupford
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The holidays are a wild time for all of us, regardless if you are traveling or hosting. Your typical routines are gone, and when your routines change, your dog’s routines do as well. Luckily, there are a number of ways that you can prepare your dog(s) and set them up for success this holiday season....
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