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How to Approach a Shy, Nervous, or Scared Dog

Learn the signs of fear in dogs and how to approach a shy, nervous, or scared dog safely.

a person calmly sitting by a nervous dog

How to Stop Food Aggression and Resource Guarding in Dogs

Learn step-by-step instructions to help stop food aggression and resource guarding in dogs.

dog guarding food by lying next to the treats and being watchful

What to Do if Your Dog Hates Wearing a Collar

Does your dog hate wearing a collar? Here are step-by-step instructions to help with dog collar sensitivity.

Black schnauzer wearing a green collar

Dog Bite Prevention: Managing Behavior Issues

Learn tips for dog bite prevention, including information on dog body language, muzzles, training, and other strategies.

Dog chewing on rope. Providing chew toys can help solve some dog behavior problems like inappropriate chewing out of boredom.

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.

This medium-sized dog's family, shown here, have been very conscientious about socializing her to prevent bites on children or other behavioral challenges.

How to Manage Dog Barrier Aggression and Frustration

Dog barrier aggression or frustration is a behavior dogs exhibit when behind a barrier, such as a fence or window. Here's how to manage dog barrier reactivity.

Dog behind a chain-link fence receiving training for dog barrier aggression

How to Use Visual Barriers for Dog Reactivity and Fence Running

Visual barriers prevent dogs from seeing what's on the other side of something. Find out how these barriers can be helpful for dog reactivity and fence running.

Dog in front of a fence that provides a visual barrier

Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Causes, Signs, and Solutions

What is separation anxiety in dogs? Learn about dog separation anxiety causes, signs, and prevention.

Little dog with separation anxiety staying close to a person

How to Manage Dog Leash Reactivity

Learn how to manage dog leash reactivity with step-by-step dog training instructions.

two dogs receiving treats during training for dog leash reactivity

Dog Muzzles: How and Why to Use Them

A dog muzzle can be a helpful tool to keep everyone safe while you’re working to improve a dog’s social skills or manage aggressive tendencies.

Close-up on a black-and-white dog's smiling face

Managing Barrier Reactivity

Some dogs behave aggressively when behind a fence. They may bark, growl and lunge. Learn prevention and counter-conditioning strategies.

German shepherd behind a fence

Food Aggression in Dogs: Management

Dealing with dog guarding behavior? Learn ways to handle toy- or food-aggressive dogs. Object guarding can be managed.

This dog is guarding his bones.

How to Help Feral Dogs Trust People

There are a number of techniques that can be used to help feral dogs or shy dogs overcome their fear of people.

A shy dog is hiding behind a tree

Dog Aggression: Signs, Causes, and How to Manage

Learn the signs and common causes of dog aggression — plus how to manage the behavior.

small dog looking to the side