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How to Keep Pets Calm During Fireworks

Many dogs, cats, and other pets are scared of fireworks. Get tips for keeping pets calm and safe during fireworks.
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dog wearing an American flag bandana

Dog-Proof Fence Ideas and Options

How do you dog-proof a fence? Dog-proof fence ideas include Coyote Rollers, wire-mesh, and top-angled fencing extensions.
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gray-and-white dog contained within a dog-proof fence

How to Socialize a Dog

Socialization helps dogs become comfortable in different situations with people and other animals. Here are some helpful tips for how to socialize a dog.
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Dog Marking and Peeing in the House: Causes and How to Stop It

Dog marking and peeing in the house is a territorial behavior. Here are some potential causes and how to stop it.
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Dog with tongue sticking out who received training to correct his urine marking in the house behavior

Tips for Taking a Dog in Public

Taking your dog in public should be a positive experience for everyone: you, your dog, and those around you. Learn tips to make that possible.
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a dog in public being walked on leash on a sidewalk

Dog Counter Surfing: Prevention and Deterrents

Does your dog jump up on the counter when you aren't looking to steal food? Here are effective deterrents for dog counter surfing.
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dog counter surfing with their front paws up on the counter

How to Stop Destructive Dog Chewing

Chewing is a natural and healthy dog instinct. However, our canine pals don’t always chew on appropriate things. Here’s how to stop destructive dog chewing.
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Two puppies chewing on shoe laces, an example of destructive dog chewing

How to Relieve Dog Car Anxiety and Fear of Car Rides

Learn step-by-step instructions and tips to help with dog car anxiety and fear of car rides to help your dog relax and enjoy going for a ride.
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dog going for a car ride

Why Is My Cat Shy Around Strangers? Tips for Anxious Cats

Is your cat shy around strangers? Here are step-by-step behavior modification instructions to help anxious cats.
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This gray-and-white cat is shy around strangers, but he gets over his fear more quickly now.

Cat Not Using Litter Box: Causes and Solutions

Cat not using the litter box? Learn reasons why a cat stopped using the litter box, including behavioral and medical causes, and how to solve them.
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White-and-black cat is sitting with his person. As a kitten, this cat wasn't using the litter box, but the problem has since been fixed.

Cat Behavior Modification: Desensitization and Counterconditioning

Desensitization and counterconditioning techniques can be used for cat behavior modification to help your kitty be happier and more well-adjusted. Here are FAQs about the...
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Tuxedo cat whose person used cat behavior modification to calm his anxiety

Bringing a New Dog Home: What to Know

Bringing a new dog home requires some forethought and preparation to make the transition smooth from day one. Here are some tips.
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Well-Behaved Dog: Training, Play, Socialization

Daily interaction in the form of training, play, socialization, and down time are important for fostering a well-mannered and well-behaved dog.
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Well-behaved dog walking on a leash with person's legs showing

How to Teach a Dog to Wait at the Door

Does your dog run out the door when it is opened? This step-by-step dog training guide explains how to teach a dog to wait at the door.
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dog being taught to wait at a kennel door

How to Teach a Dog 'Off'

Use this step-by-step guide to teach your dog the "off" command. This dog training cue can be used to get a dog off furniture and more.
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small dog lying on furniture

How to Teach a Dog 'Go to Your Place'

Teaching a dog to go to a specific place and wait is helpful in situations like when the doorbell rings. This guide outlines how to teach this dog training cue.
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Dog who has been taught to go to his place waiting patiently in that spot

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