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How to keep your dog calm when fireworks go off
Dogs can be traumatised for life by fireworks, but with a bit of planning and preparation you can get them ready for anything. Expert trainer Ben Randall explains how.
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How to introduce a puppy to your cat, by expert dog trainer Ben Randall
Introducing a dog to a cat can be nerve-wracking, but get it right and the two of them can get along famously. Ben Randall explains how.
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Welsh springer spaniels: 'They find a way of winding themselves around your heart'
The Welsh springer spaniel is smaller than its English counterpart, and makes a wonderful pet. Katy Birchall takes a look and meets some owners.
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Should I use a dog harness instead of a lead? Expert trainer Ben Randall shares his advice
Owning a dog that can pull you along might make you consider using a harness instead of a lead — but is that a good idea? Dog trainer Ben Randall has the answer.
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How to take your dog to the pub, by expert trainer Ben Randall
Enjoying a drink in a lovely country pub with your dog snoozing quietly at your feet is one of the great pleasures in life for those with four-legged friends... so long as they stay well-behaved. Ben Randall explains how to take your dog to the pub without things going horribly wrong.
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Have you been walking your dog wrong all these years?
Letting your dog run wild can cause all sorts of problems. Instead, as Country Life's canine agony uncle Ben Randall tells Katy Birchall, we should see walks as an opportunity to strengthen our bond with our charges.
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How to stop your dog begging for food at the table, by expert trainer Ben Randall
Dogs begging for food around mealtimes can be adorable up to a point — but what happens when the charm wears off? Ben Randall explains how to stop your dog begging for food at the table.
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The champion dog trainer with a game-changing method who can teach any dog new tricks
Award-winning dog trainer Ben Randall — who looks after the dogs for everyone from David Beckham to Gordon Ramsay — happened upon his own approach to training which made him hugely successful. These days, he's sharing the secret, and Paula Lester paid a visit with her labrador, Nimrod. Photos by Sarah Farnsworth for Country Life.
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The Queen's Corgis: All about Her Majesty's most loyal subjects
As we mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, we take a look at her corgis, the dogs that were such a part of her life.
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How to get your dog to play fetch, by expert trainer Ben Randall
There are plenty of dogs who'll run all day playing fetch, or who'll do anything for a bit of kibble. But how can you motivate a dog who doesn't seem too bothered about food or toys when it comes to playing fetch? Ben Randall shares his advice.
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How to stop your puppy crying at night, by dog training expert Ben Randall
The heartbreaking whimper of a puppy calling for you will tug on the heartstrings like few other things, but you don't have to suffer — and you don't have to leave it crying either, as Ben Randall explains.
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Jason Goodwin: 'The cats stayed on when the old occupants left, full of feline discretion, more like a whiff of perfume than an actual presence'
Jason Goodwin tells the sad tale of the cats that walked by themselves, almost up until the end.
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German Shorthaired Pointers: The USPs of GSPs, perhaps the ultimate all-round dog
German shorthaired pointers will run for miles when you need them to, but curl up on the sofa when you want them to. Owner and convert Arabella Byrne explains her love for this strong, graceful breed.
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How to stop your dog barking at the door
We know they mean well, but few things are more grating for dog owners — or more disconcerting for dog owners' visitors — than a dog barking at the door every time someone knocks or rings. Award-winning dog trainer Ben Randall explains how to stop it from happening.
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Dog lead training: How to introduce the lead to your four-legged friend, by champion dog trainer Ben Randall
Introducing the lead to your dog can be tricky, but with a consistent routine you'll build positive associations that will last a lifetime. Dog training expert Ben Randall explains how as he shares his dog lead training routine.
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How to take a dog to a country fair without it getting overexcited by the crowds and noise, by expert trainer Ben Randall
It's the time of year to enjoy the weather and the wonderful events happening around the country, but going to those places isn't always easy with a four-legged friend in tow. Here's how to take a dog to a country fair without it getting wildly overexcited.
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Dog recall training: Six tips from champion dog trainer Ben Randall
Training your dog is not easy — and with the huge recent rise in dog ownership, it's never been a better time to share the best advice. A-list celebrity dog-trainer Ben Randall solves your canine dilemmas.
