Sheri Renaud, Author at Train That Pooch

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Dog DNA Tests That Check For Health Issues:

Why Dog Genetic Markers Matter!Dog DNA tests are now being offered in the $60 to $250 price range, with the most popular tests falling within the $80 to $130 range. This makes these screenings affordable to most dog parents and dog breeders. While most of these dog DNA tests focus on determining the breed heritage of […]

Dog DNA Breed Identification Tests

Finally the Mystery Is Solved!In this post you’re going to learn about dog DNA breed identification tests that can help you solve some of the greatest mysteries in a dog parent’s life! So, you adopted a dog from the shelter or your cousin gave you a pup from their family dog who got pregnant from an […]

10 Summer Safety Tips For Dogs – Pooch Approved!

When it’s summertime, you and your dog can have a lot of sun and outdoor activities. However, the higher the temperature is in this period the more it may pose serious hazards to your pets, especially your pup since it tends to go outside more than your other pets. Armed with the right safety precautions (swimming) […]

The Amazing German Shepherd Dog Breed!

The German shepherd dog breed is by far one of the most popular breeds around, not only in America but in the United Kingdom. It ranks second in popularity in the United States, and fourth in Britain. What makes this breed of dog so popular? Here is everything you ever wanted to know about the […]

A Look At The Yorkshire Terrier: Positively Marvelous!

The Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie for short) are known for their intelligence and spunk. If you are considering bringing a Yorkie into your home, here is everything you need to know to fall in love with this spunky pup – your life will never be the same(I know mine isn’t)!Where Did The Yorkie Come From? The […]

10 Biggest Dog Training Myths Busted!

There is conflicting information about dog training on the internet these days.It has become more and more difficult to determine which ones are true from the ones that don’t have any factual basis.As dog owners, we love reading about interesting and FUN facts regarding our favorite pooches.However, it can sometimes get VERY overwhelming finding CREDIBLE […]

Your Dog “Speaks” – How To Read Your Dog’s Body Language

Your dog can’t talk, can she? That’s a joke of course. However, she does “speak” to you. No, not when she barks, BUT when she postures her body. Can you really read your dog’s body language? Yes, yes you can AND when you read their body language, it’s much like reading a humans’ body language. You will find that they […]

Top 12 Dogs That Are Easy To Train

Have you been on the lookout for another dog? Perhaps you are looking for a dog for the first time.If you fit either description, then please read on for a list of our top 12 dogs that are easy to train. Table of Contents 1. German Shepherd2. Shetland Sheepdog3. Border Terrier4. Labrador Retriever5. Poodle6. Border […]

Tips On How To Crate Train Your New Puppy

Beginners Guide For Crate Training New Puppies

A crate can be a tremendously useful and rewarding tool for you as the dog owner and your puppy. However, if done incorrectly, crate training a puppy can be disastrous and could be looked upon by your dog as punishment and not as their safe place.Crate training puppies does take time and work, and patience, […]

Can My Dog Eat That? (7 Popular Foods Examined)

It’s a natural tendency when you are eating to want to share. In fact, when your precious puppy is looking up at you with those eyes that scream, “Feed Me!” You just may be tempted to do that. It’s important to note that while your intentions may be good, what could result is far from it. […]

How Long Do Puppies Sleep? Read On To Find Out

You just got your new puppy home. You got them some great toys, their own pay area and a comfy bed. In fact, from the looks of it, that comfy bed may just be TOO comfy. Your sleeping puppy seems to be sleeping more than you think they should. “I’ll just let them sleep a little […]

Can Dogs Saliva Pass Worms? Learn More Here

You love your dog.Your dog loves you. You want to show your precious pup how much you love them by showering them with toys, treats and affection. In turn, your dog shows you their appreciation through their playfulness and slobbery saliva filled licks. All is well and good in this pet-owner scenario, until you realize that there may […]

Tips On How To Stop Puppy From Eating Poop

Are you wondering where your puppy’s poop is going? If you are a new dog owner, then dogs that eat poop can be an alarming thing to see or experience for the first time. Now, before you start thinking that your dog is weird or that dogs eating poop is a rare thing, don’t worry as it […]

Why Is My Dog Shaking? Read On

It can be a scary sight. Out of the blue, your dog starts trembling or shivering. Thoughts immediately start to run through your head like…“Why is my dog shaking?”“Are these symptoms to something worse?“What if they don’t stop?”“What do I do? Do I take them to the vet?”As a dog owner, any time you witness […]

How to Train Your Dog (The Easy Affordable Way)

We all know dogs are animals, and therefore, may not behave the way we want them to all of the time. Sometimes, they may bark too much, poop in the house, pull on the leash while we’re trying to walk them (and that’s on the mild side).More serious behavioral problems might include, biting other dogs […]

Aggressive Dog Breeds

An aggressive dog breed exhibits behavior such as biting, growling, snarling, showing teeth, and charging at a person. There are many reasons why a dog would exhibit such behavior, such as when protecting a family member, when it sees an intruder, is fearful, in pain, or when protecting its possessions. Some dogs are more aggressive […]

New Puppy Tips

Having a new puppy comes with excitement and with it also comes challenges because it has not yet been trained how to behave. Your will have to deal with some unfavorable behaviors such as chewing, whining, pooping and jumping. It is therefore important to ensure that you start your relationship on the right foot and that […]

Stop Dog Barking

Barking is normal for dogs, because that’s how they communicate. However, sometimes your dog may exhibit excessive barking that may be a nuisance, such as barking at objects, barking when left alone and sometimes for no reason at all.If that’s the case, there’s a real need to stop your dog from excessive barking and to […]

Top Tricks for Stopping Your Puppy From Biting

Puppies have a habit of biting and nipping on just about everything they see. If you’re not careful, your pup might grow up to become very aggressive. Besides, a puppy with a biting behavior can bite on your furniture or attack your little ones as they try to play with the little animal. Therefore, it’s […]

Aggressive Dog Training: How to Stop Different Forms of Aggression

Aggression is a common behavior in most animals. They become aggressive when protecting their territories, themselves or their offspring. Usually, the behavioral condition affects those animals that are social including dogs. When dogs are aggressive, they can show a wide range of behaviors. The aggression starts mildly but after sometime it can become an attack. […]

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