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Are online dog training classes worth it?

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Online training can help if you're teaching your pup basic commands, like sit, stay, and down. However, online courses won't be that effective if you're trying to address specific issues. In that case, you should look for an in-person trainer who can provide some hands-on training.

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Which dog is best for military training techniques?

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German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, and Pit Bulls all have a prey drive, which make them good candidates for police- or military-style training.

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What should you not do when training a dog?

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Never use punishment to train a dog. Only use positive reinforcement to teach the dog the behaviors you want it to learn.

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I rescued an 8-month-old street dog in Armenia where I am posted. I taught her the basic commands, but now she is starting to play bite a lot. I can’t find a dog trainer here. I need help!

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Tap her on the nose. It will make her stop.

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