Best Buddies Dog Training Blog

Choosing the right walking equipment for your dog can make training more comfortable, safer, and more successful. But with so many options available, how do you know what is right for your dog?...

When we teach dogs new behaviors in a positive and encouraging way, we're not simply adding tricks to their repertoire. We're helping them learn how to think, problem-solve, try new things, and recover when something doesn't go exactly as planned....

Separation anxiety is more than simply missing you. Dogs with true separation anxiety experience genuine panic when they are left alone or separated from the person they are most attached to....

Life gets busy. Between work, kids, errands, activities, and everything else on the daily to-do list, many dog owners worry they simply don’t have enough time to train their dog “the right way.”...

If you’ve ever turned your back for a moment only to find your dog happily helping themselves to food on the counter, you’re not alone. Counter-surfing is one of the most common dog behavior challenges—and one of the most self-rewarding....

Dog training is often thought of as teaching commands—sit, stay, come—but anyone who has spent time training a dog knows that it’s about so much more than that. ...

Mouthing is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — puppy behaviors. Those sharp baby teeth can hurt, but mouthing itself is completely normal....

Dogs bark to alert us, to release energy, to express fear, to demand attention, and sometimes… just because it works. The problem isn’t barking itself — it’s when barking becomes excessive, stressful, or disruptive....

Bringing home a new puppy is exciting — but if you already have a cat, it’s completely normal to feel a little nervous about how everyone will get along. Puppies are curious, energetic, and still learning boundaries, while cats value predictability ...

Rainy and snowy days can make it hard to meet your dog’s physical exercise needs — but the good news is that mental exercise can be just as tiring (and often more satisfying) than a long walk....

Potty training is one of the first challenges most dog owners face — and it’s completely normal to feel frustrated, confused, or overwhelmed at times....

When a family brings a dog into their home, they aren’t just gaining a pet—they’re welcoming a new member of the family. And just like any member of the household, dogs thrive when everyone participates in their care and training. ...