“How do I get my newly rescued 9-to-14-month-old medium/large dog to stop breaking into sprints and leaps while I, a 4'9" small-framed woman, am walking her? She is generally good and eager to please, ...

We rescued a miniature poodle in 2016. He was 5 months old. It has been a trying 18 months. We took (obedience) training with him and he got the basics. He just turned 2 and no longer eats everything ...

The worst thing you can do when a dog charges is to panic. Running away or screaming triggers a dog’s prey drive, potentially escalating the situation. Instead, stop moving, place any pets or children ...

Breckenridge officials are looking into ways to increase education around how owners should control their dogs on trails after a season that brought numerous complaints. Breckenridge Open Space and ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...

It’s one of the simplest ways to combine fitness with spending quality time with your canine companion. But before you grab the leash and hit the pavement, it’s important to think about safety, ...