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Behavior

Training a dog? Deciphering a cat tail twitch? We’ve got expert tips for the wackiest of behaviors.

basic obedience & training

Learn from the experts and train your pet on basic obedience: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

A woman walking with her dog at golden hour.

It’s confusing to them, too.

Woman doing agility training with her dog outside.

Get out those puzzles!

Woman training her Corgi dog outside in the grass.

Learn what resources are helpful, which certifications you can earn, and more.

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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

Dog laying on the floor at home surrounded by toys.

How to know when it’s time to be concerned about your dog’s obsession with Lamb Chop.

Owner walking two Dalmatians downtown

Don’t worry: You’re not doomed to be pulled down the street forever.

Pretty young woman playing with her chow chow dog.
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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Woman petting her brown poodle dog outside in a hammock.

Its good for them, and its good for you. Heres why everyone wins.

Cat sniffing a duckling at home.

Its more than just freaking adorable.

Woman picking up her dog outside.

You want to hold them in your arms, but here’s how they really feel about being scooped up.

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

Woman picking up her dog outside.

You want to hold them in your arms, but here’s how they really feel about being scooped up.

Two female friends in their twenties playing with their dogs outside in autumn.

This holiday is chock full of triggers that could scare any pooch.

Cute white dog with his emotional support life size doll.

Shark Tank and TikTok seem to think so.

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