The Dog Trainer's Quick and Dirty Tips for Teaching and Caring for Your Pet podcast

The Dog Trainer's Quick and Dirty Tips for Teaching and Caring for Your Pet

The Dog Trainer wants you and your dog to have a wonderful time together. If you've got a puppy, get simple, sensible pointers for raising her. Rambunctious adolescent? Transform him into a civilized adult. As for the grownups, no dog is too old to learn new tricks -- or better manners. The Dog Trainer explains how to get the polite behaviors you want and turn those behaviors into lifelong habits. Whether you're housetraining, teaching your dog to roll over, or wondering how to evaluate a dog walker, The Dog Trainer can help.

The Dog Trainer wants you and your dog to have a wonderful time together. If you've got a puppy, get simple, sensible pointers for raising her. Rambunctious adolescent? Transform him into a civilized adult. As for the grownups, no dog is too old to learn new tricks -- or better manners. The Dog Trainer explains how to get the polite behaviors you want and turn those behaviors into lifelong habits. Whether you're housetraining, teaching your dog to roll over, or wondering how to evaluate a dog walker, The Dog Trainer can help.

 

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217 TDT Cats, Partially Explained

Cats: Mysterious. Antisocial. Low-maintenance. Or none of the above? The Dog Trainer shares a few things you might not have known about that "other" animal living in your house. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1wT8neR ... Read more

02 Mar 2015

08 MINS

08:24

02 Mar 2015


#235

175 TDT Do You Need a Guard Dog?

Many people would like their dog to be protective. But is that such a good idea? Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1FpWH82 ... Read more

23 Feb 2015

06 MINS

06:16

23 Feb 2015


#234

236 TDT 4 (Other) Best Things to Do for Your Dog

What is there besides socialization, housetraining, exercise, good food, and veterinary care? The Dog Trainer has 4 more important ways to look out for your dog’s well-being. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1Aj5bwM ... Read more

16 Feb 2015

06 MINS

06:39

16 Feb 2015


#233

235 TDT My Dog Is Totally Trained, Right?

Learn why training's never done, and why there's ... absolutely nothing wrong with that. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1MaFCUZ ... Read more

09 Feb 2015

05 MINS

05:27

09 Feb 2015


#232

234 TDT Fostering Dogs

Get 5 tips for deciding whether fostering dogs is right for you and your family. Plus, choosing a group to volunteer with. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1Dv0TCq ... Read more

02 Feb 2015

07 MINS

07:06

02 Feb 2015


#231

184 TDT How to Choose a Veterinarian

If you're not a veterinarian, how do you know which vets are good? 7 tips to help you find a vet who's right for your dog. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1Cgk8D6 ... Read more

26 Jan 2015

07 MINS

07:58

26 Jan 2015


#230

185 TDT Chilly Dogs: Caring for Your Dog in Cold Weather

Just because your dog has a fur coat doesn't mean he's an all-weather animal. Get 6 tips to keep him safe and comfortable when the temperature drops. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1BcfFhM ... Read more

19 Jan 2015

05 MINS

05:52

19 Jan 2015


#229

192 TDT Teach Your Dog to Give or Drop an Item

Your dog's got something in his mouth, and you need to get it back. Learn how to teach your dog to give or drop items on cue - happily, and with no conflict. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1C5HERS ... Read more

12 Jan 2015

07 MINS

07:22

12 Jan 2015


#228

142 TDT Where Should Your Dog Sleep?

How to decide whether your dog should sleep in the bed with you, on his own bed, or in a crate. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1IstJ8f ... Read more

05 Jan 2015

07 MINS

07:02

05 Jan 2015


#227

135 TDT How to Keep Your Dog From Chasing Cats

Keep trespassing cats safe from dogs. Teach your dog not to chase and kill outdoor cats. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1AxAa9j ... Read more

29 Dec 2014

08 MINS

08:10

29 Dec 2014


#226

176 TDT Help! My Dog Bit My Baby

What circumstances might lead a dog to bite a child? Learn what mistakes people often make, and what to do if your dog bites your child. Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1HBkfci ... Read more

22 Dec 2014

07 MINS

07:52

22 Dec 2014


#225

174 TDT The "Humane Hierarchy" in Dog Training

What steps does your dog trainer recommend first? Which ones do ethical trainers use only as last resorts? Learn what an educated, honest trainer will and won't recommend. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1zxgLnp ... Read more

15 Dec 2014

08 MINS

08:29

15 Dec 2014


#224

173 TDT Aggression by a Disabled Dog

A dog who used to be in pain started behaving aggressively toward other dogs. Now she feels better, but she's still aggressive. How can she learn to have dog friends again? Read the transcript: http://bit.ly/1yxhoPR ... Read more

08 Dec 2014

08 MINS

08:11

08 Dec 2014


#223

172 TDT How to Get Your Dog's Attention

Learn how to teach your dog to look at you on cue, check in with you, and pay attention to you on walks. Turn attentiveness into a game, so your dog wants to focus on you. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1I5DewN ... Read more

01 Dec 2014

07 MINS

07:17

01 Dec 2014


#222

164 TDT Tripods: Three-Legged Dogs

What if your dog has to have a leg amputated, because of illness or accident? Learn how "tripod" dogs cope and what you can expect. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/11UfkTA ... Read more

24 Nov 2014

06 MINS

06:22

24 Nov 2014


#221

165 TDT Case Study: The Formerly Housetrained Dog

Learn why housetraining may break down when you move, how to figure out what may be causing the problem, and what to do about it. Visit the website: http://bit.ly/1vwAO6U ... Read more

17 Nov 2014

08 MINS

08:25

17 Nov 2014