Learn why yelling at your dog doesn't work and discover gentle training methods that build trust and reduce stress.

Yelling at your dog in hopes of stopping him from misbehaving can be compared to putting out a fire with gasoline—you’ll just be adding fuel to the fire rather than extinguishing it. Picture this: You ...

Owning a dog is one of the most wholesome, rewarding experiences one can have, but let’s be honest, few things are more frustrating than the sound of your dog’s incessant barking at noises outside.

Imagine a dog leaping excitedly at arriving guests, only to receive a sharp yell or leash tug—traditional responses that ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...