Imagine a dog leaping excitedly at arriving guests, only to receive a sharp yell or leash tug—traditional responses that breed fear rather than trust. Science-backed positive reinforcement offers a ...

Many pet parents assume that dog adoption red flags only refer to obvious behavior problems, such as aggression or biting.

Whether it's jumping up on everyone, constant counter surfacing, or incessant barking every time the doorbell goes, your pup doing things you don't want them to do can be a frustrating issue to deal ...

Aggressive actions in dogs, just like in people, show they want to hurt or upset someone. But we must remember, any dog, tall or short, can act this way if not taught well. A dog’s breed can hint at ...

Dog trainer Jeff Millman is back, and talks about his second book Triggers and Reactions: A Guide to Fixing Dog Behavior Problems: Volume Two: Jumping, Barking and Biting. We don’t cover everything in ...

Whether you’ve had your pet for a long time, or are just welcoming a new addition to the family, pet behavior training can be incredibly helpful. Most of the time, animals aren’t trying to annoy us, ...

AURORA, Ill. (WLS) -- Many families get new pets around the holidays and it can be an adjustment getting used to that new family member. Karen Pauly from Aurora Hounds Town USA joined ABC7 to talk ...

If your pet has a behavior issue, it can be hard to know what to do. Here are some tips to help you find the right kind of help and resolve the problem. Getting advice 1. Make sure you’re getting ...