Dog Psychology
Work with Instincts, not against them.

The Importance of Understanding Your Dog
Just like people, each dog has its own personality. They express their wants and needs in different ways, and the more time you spend with your dog, the more you’ll get to know him. Why is he really chewing every pair of shoes in sight?
Understanding one another helps strengthen the bond between you and your canine companion. You learn to recognize what triggers specific behaviors and develop a safer, more effective strategy for overcoming them.

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Why Do Dogs Bury Things?
Dogs like to bury things. Sometimes that means finding a bone or a toy under a fresh pile of dirt in your backyard. Other times,

Essential Qualities Of a Pack Leader: How to Be Pack Leader
People ask me all the time, “How can I be a Pack Leader?” Well, there’s a simple answer to that: You have to act like

Warning Signs of Dog Depression
Dog depression is similar to the kind we as humans experience. There are all kinds of ways to tell if people are depressed. They might

5 Essential Dog Commands: Basic Obedience Commands Your Dog Needs to Learn
Are you looking for the best commands to teach your dog? Although having a trained dog isn’t the same as having a balanced dog, teaching

Indoor Activities for Dogs
In an ideal world, we would all walk our dogs twice daily, 30 minutes to an hour each time. Unfortunately, our world is not always

Benefits of Dog Agility Training
Are you looking for a fun way to bond with your dog and put his instincts to work? Check out dog agility training. Agility exercise

How Can I Get My Dog to Stop Digging?
Hi Cesar, My boyfriend and I have three dogs. Two are Rottweilers (three years old and one-year-old), and one is a Labrador retriever (nine months

What to Do If Your Dog Has Trouble Breathing
Dear Dr. Weaver, We have a cocker spaniel, and he has huge allergies. He has trouble breathing all of the time. We tried inhalers and

Dog Grooming Tips
Regular grooming is an essential part of responsible dog care. If you don’t have a routine, start small. Brush one day, bathe the next, and

Why Do Dogs Bury Things?
Dogs like to bury things. Sometimes that means finding a bone or a toy under a fresh pile of dirt in your backyard. Other times,

Warning Signs of Dog Depression
Dog depression is similar to the kind we as humans experience. There are all kinds of ways to tell if people are depressed. They might

5 Keys To Handling A Dominant Dog
Like humans, very few dogs are natural-born leaders, but you may wind up with a dominant dog that would typically take the lead position in

5 Keys To Handling A Dominant Dog
Like humans, very few dogs are natural-born leaders, but you may wind up with a dominant dog that would typically take the lead position in

How To Be The Pack Leader
A dog’s mother begins training puppies from birth. She makes them wait for food; she controls when they play and how far they travel.

How To Respect Your Fellow Pack Leaders
As a dog lover, it’s likely that you enjoy meeting new pups — whether they belong to friends, family members, or neighbors. But sometimes the
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The Pack Leadership Mentality
Recent studies on pack behavior have reevaluated hierarchy models and have modified our current understanding of behavior of the canine species, a hierarchy relationship between dogs and humans continues to change as we continue studying. More myth than fact, recent research has negated the long standing theory which maintained that alpha dogs control through aggressive habits.
Natural Dog Laws

Essential Qualities Of a Pack Leader: How to Be Pack Leader
People ask me all the time, “How can I be a Pack Leader?” Well, there’s a simple answer to that: You have to act like

5 Keys To Handling A Dominant Dog
Like humans, very few dogs are natural-born leaders, but you may wind up with a dominant dog that would typically take the lead position in

Indoor Activities for Dogs
In an ideal world, we would all walk our dogs twice daily, 30 minutes to an hour each time. Unfortunately, our world is not always

Hot Spots On Dogs: Causes And Treatment
Hot spots are an irritating skin condition that affects countless dogs every year. Without proper care, hot spots will continue to grow, causing increased pain

Puppy Crate Training Made Easy
There are many reasons you might want to crate train your new puppy. A crate can be invaluable while you are potty-training or teaching your

Mange: Prevention And Treatment for Dogs
You have probably heard the phrase, “That mangy dog!” as a way of expressing annoyance with a member of the canine family. But did you

5 Essential Dog Commands: Basic Obedience Commands Your Dog Needs to Learn
Are you looking for the best commands to teach your dog? Although having a trained dog isn’t the same as having a balanced dog, teaching

Indoor Activities for Dogs
In an ideal world, we would all walk our dogs twice daily, 30 minutes to an hour each time. Unfortunately, our world is not always

Benefits of Dog Agility Training
Are you looking for a fun way to bond with your dog and put his instincts to work? Check out dog agility training. Agility exercise

Nothing To Sneeze At: 10 Top Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Aaachoo! For many allergy sufferers, a sneeze is just the start when they’re around a dog. The presence of a canine can also trigger coughing,

10 Dog Breeds Perfect For Apartment Living
If you live in an apartment or condo, this should be a factor you consider when adopting a dog: will your new family member be

7 Reasons To Adopt A Senior Dog
According to most veterinarians, a dog falls into the “senior” category around age seven. The size of a dog, however, affects this categorization. Smaller dogs
10 Principles for Achieving Balance

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Train With Cesar
Whether you’re dealing with the struggles of a 9-month-old puppy or the anger issues of a senior dog, Cesar can help. Learn more about training your dog with Cesar Millan.