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We have an extensive collection of free dog training and behavior articles by best selling author Pippa Mattinson.

Pippa's books are popular around the world and her articles will help you build a wonderful relationship with your dog and get off to a great start with training.

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Understanding Your Dog explains how dogs learn and what motivates them. And includes everything you need to know before you begin training your dog.

Training Your Dog is a collection of practical dog training guides and includes lessons, tips and techniques to get your dog from naughty to nice!

Loose Leash Walking: An Expert Guide to Getting a Relaxing Stroll

June 12, 2018 By Liz London Leave a Comment

Loose Leash Walking: An Expert Guide to Getting a Relaxing Stroll

Expert Dog Trainer Liz London Brings You A Simple Yet Effective Guide To Successful Loose Leash Walking. Going for a walk with your dog is a great way for you to unwind from work after a long day. … [Read more...]

Cockapoo Training: An Expert Guide

May 28, 2018 By Liz London 1 Comment

Cockapoo Training: An Expert Guide

Cockapoo training is important just as training is for any breed. But there are some special things you can take into account for them when it comes to their poodle and spaniel genetics. The … [Read more...]

Aggressive Puppy – When Their Behavior Starts To Get Troubling

April 15, 2018 By Liz London 9 Comments

Aggressive Puppy – When Their Behavior Starts To Get Troubling

Are you worried that you have an aggressive puppy? In my experience as a trainer working within a large veterinarian clinic, I realized that puppy aggression was one of the most commonly … [Read more...]

Puppy Training Stages

March 26, 2018 By Liz London 2 Comments

Puppy Training Stages

Never mind about puppy training stages — the picture-perfect puppy is all snuggles, wet kisses, and puppy breath, right? Sure! You’ve probably already realized that your “perfect” puppy also comes … [Read more...]

How To Stop A Dog Jumping Up

March 21, 2018 By Liz London 2 Comments

How To Stop A Dog Jumping Up

Have you finally lost your patience with your dog jumping up on you? This is one behavior that drives almost everyone crazy with their new dog. In fact, most of the pet parents who start formal dog … [Read more...]

The Evidence for Positive Reinforcement Training In Dogs

March 10, 2018 By Pippa Mattinson 7 Comments

The Evidence for Positive Reinforcement Training In Dogs

  Over the last few decades there has been a huge swing towards less punitive methods of dog training. Watching a modern trainer in action is a very different experience from watching … [Read more...]

Crate Training A Puppy – The Ultimate Expert Guide

May 29, 2017 By Jo Laurens 11 Comments

Crate Training A Puppy – The Ultimate Expert Guide

Welcome to our complete guide to crate training a puppy. By professional expert dog trainer, Jo Laurens. Giving you all of the crate training information you are looking for. Find out what crate … [Read more...]

Positive Puppy Training – Does It Really Work?

May 10, 2017 By Pippa Mattinson 2 Comments

Positive Puppy Training – Does It Really Work?

Positive puppy training is hugely popular now.  But does positive dog training really work, and what is the best way to go about it? Author, Pippa Mattinson, takes a look We would all like to train … [Read more...]

Crate Rest For Dogs – Tips And A Great Book To Help You Cope

May 9, 2017 By Sian Ryan Leave a Comment

Crate Rest For Dogs – Tips And A Great Book To Help You Cope

The words 'crate rest' are enough to strike horror into the heart of anyone living with a bouncy and boisterous young dog. But crate rest is an essential part of recovery for a range of not uncommon … [Read more...]

Introducing A Puppy To A Cat

April 19, 2017 By Lucy 3 Comments

Introducing A Puppy To A Cat

Welcome to our simple guide to introducing a puppy to a cat. If you have a resident cat and are thinking of bringing a new puppy home, you might be concerned about how she will react. The lovely … [Read more...]

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