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How to Stop Dogs From Escaping

Why does my dog keep escaping, and how do I stop it? Learn tips to help prevent dog escapes and why the behavior might occur in the first place.
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Dog Chasing Cat: How to Stop This Behavior

Learn tips to help stop a dog from chasing a cat, including helping your cat be comfortable around dogs.
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Dog Body Language: Signs of Comfort, Stress, and More

Dog body language can tell you a lot about what dogs are feeling. Learn about signs of comfort, stress, and more in a dog.
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How to Prevent a Dog From Biting Children

Learn how to prevent dog bites by teaching kids how to safely interact with dogs, correctly socializing your puppy or dog, and being a responsible dog person.
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This medium-sized dog's family, shown here, have been very conscientious about socializing her to prevent bites on children or other behavioral challenges.

Why Is My Cat Spraying in the House and How Do I Stop It?

How do I get my cat to stop spraying? Learn common causes of a cat spraying in the house and how to manage it.
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orange tabby lying on a bed after his cat spraying problem has resolved

How to Get a Dog to Stop Digging

Dog digging is a natural canine behavior. Dogs dig for many reasons. Get answers to why dogs dig and how to stop them from doing it.
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Big dog with dirt on her nose from digging

How to Help a Dog Scared of Thunder

Is your dog scared of thunder or other loud noises? Learn tips to calm a dog with a fear of thunderstorms.
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How to Stop a Dog From Pulling on the Leash

Many dogs get excited on walks and start pulling on the leash. Here are suggestions for teaching dogs loose-leash walking.
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Small dog pulling on leash

How to Stop Dogs From Jumping on People

Is your dog jumping up on people? Learn tips for training a dog to stop jumping and properly greet people by using positive rewards.
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Cat Waking You Up at Night? What to Do

The secret to getting your cat to sleep through the night involves four things.
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How to Help Cats Who Hide

Our favorite, mind-blowing tip to help cats who hide might surprise you.
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Tips for Adopting Shy Cats

Here are lots of tips on how to help shy cats become confident and comfortable.
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