Long time since I owned a dog. This is a two parter. First, is crate training the norm? Second, advise on breed that will fit in with two cats. [more inside]
posted by Mutant on Jul 18, 2009 - 21 answers

The corgi I am adopting on Saturday is already crate-trained, but not house-broken. Leaving her outside while I'm at work is not an option. How should I start training her not to go in the house? [more inside]
posted by rikhei on May 25, 2009 - 7 answers

Help me train my friend's dog in one afternoon! [more inside]
posted by yet.another.boston.question on Mar 21, 2009 - 7 answers

Crate training help! We have a new puppy (around 9 weeks) who panics in her crate. I know we have to introduce her to the crate slowly, but how do we do that and also sleep/leave the house occasionally? [more inside]
posted by ohio on Dec 17, 2008 - 24 answers

I recently adopted a 2 yr. old Shih Tzu from the pound. He's been to the vet and has a clean bill of health. He's settled very well into things here and I'd like to start working on training him. After reading about several different methods I find clicker training the most interesting but I've never done it before. Anyone have any suggestions or tips? [more inside]
posted by lysistrata on Nov 26, 2008 - 10 answers

How do we get our (adult) dog to sleep more? [more inside]
posted by fructose on Nov 7, 2008 - 18 answers

Why is my dog suddenly aggressive towards other dogs, and how can I try to reverse this recent trend? [more inside]
posted by Grither on Sep 2, 2008 - 12 answers

Help me to be the best dog trainer possible to my clients! Tell me what you look for in a dog trainer, and what you hope the experience will be like. Tell me your best and worst experiences. I teach group classes in basic and advanced obedience, work with owners whose dogs have serious behavior problems like aggression and anxiety, and everything in between, so all feedback is helpful. [more inside]
posted by freshwater_pr0n on Aug 26, 2008 - 8 answers

Do I really need to take my puppy to classes? Can you recommend a good one in Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by Twinedog on May 19, 2008 - 5 answers

How can I train a deaf dachshund to Drop It -- without hand signals? [more inside]
posted by Countess Elena on Mar 29, 2008 - 19 answers

Tell me some great, effective ways to market my dog training business. For example, how do I promote myself to veterinary clinics who don't know me yet? What will really help me get my name out there? [more inside]
posted by freshwater_pr0n on Jan 27, 2008 - 12 answers

How do I stop a 2 year old Old English Sheepdog from scratching us all to death? [more inside]
posted by InnocentBystander on Nov 9, 2007 - 18 answers

Does anyone have a glowing recommendation for a dog trainer/obedience school in Brooklyn? [more inside]
posted by lassie on Jul 29, 2007 - 3 answers

My sister and her dog just moved into a new apartment with a new roommate and "new" dog last weekend. Now her never before aggressive dog is attacking the "new" dog. What do we do? [more inside]
posted by Dr. Lurker on May 8, 2007 - 12 answers

How do we keep our dog from obsessively licking the floor? [more inside]
posted by printchick on Feb 28, 2007 - 15 answers

This doggy-dog needs a jobby-job! [more inside]
posted by COBRA! on Dec 12, 2006 - 19 answers

Every morning, there is a puddle of pee and one or more piles of poop on my kitchen floor. I think it's the dog. Please help me. [more inside]
posted by Methylviolet on Oct 24, 2006 - 22 answers

Hey Spanish-speakers: what commands do you use with your dog? [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone on Sep 13, 2005 - 12 answers

Casting a wide net filter regarding border collies: I have a 3.5 month old purebred border collie puppy and am soliciting answers and advice regarding her training. She starts training this Thursday and I've consulted my vet and breeder, as well as Google, but would appreciate any advice here also. [more inside]
posted by MarvinTheCat on Jul 12, 2005 - 5 answers

I have a dog who loves to bark at one household member. Nobody knows why. I bought her a citronella collar and this has helped greatly. But now she barks to her hearts content any time she's not wearing it. How do I train her to not bark even when she's not wearing the collar? [more inside]
posted by duck on Mar 13, 2005 - 17 answers

Training the dog not to sleep on the bed … [MI] [more inside]
posted by boomchicka on Feb 11, 2005 - 10 answers

How can I keep my dogs from pulling large strips of bark off our tree, and how can I keep said tree from dying now that it's missing much of it's bark? [more inside]
posted by RustyBrooks on Oct 16, 2004 - 19 answers

I'd like some help with my dog please. [more inside ...] [more inside]
posted by vito90 on Jan 21, 2004 - 13 answers