The quickest way to annoy friends and alienate people is to bring an untrained dog around a crowd. Take it from someone who has two poorly trained Chihuahuas and has spent years paying for it. My ...

Most people love their furry companions. However, not every moment is enjoyable when your dog isn't trained to behave in specific ways or avoid unwanted behaviors. There are many techniques passed on ...

One bright brown doggy eye peeks into the tunnel followed by the other. Howie cautiously moves ahead as he hears a familiar voice coming from the other side. “C’mon Howie, you can do it. C’mon.” As ...

East Longmeadow Dog Obedience Training Club staff members, left to right, include Susan Burton, of Longmeadow, and her dog Ralph, Marie Jenkins, of Hampden, and Casper, Jackie Silverman, of ...

No doubt you're getting out while the weather's nice and probably bringing your pooch along for a walk. However, dogs can be temperamental and may make your stroll more difficult. If your dog is ...

Who's a good dog? In the Chicago area, you and your pooch can take a number of training classes together that cover much more than "sit" and "stay," with many organizations offering everything from ...