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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.
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How to keep your dog calm going to the vet, by award-winning trainer Ben Randall
Some dogs seem to have a sixth sense about going to the vet, so what hope is there of getting them there in one piece and without going into a frenzy? Well, there's actually plenty of hope, says expert trainer Ben Randall, as he explains how to keep your dog calm going to the vet.
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Crate training a puppy: Six tips from expert dog trainer Ben Randall
Puppy crate training can be tricky, yet it can pay dividends in all sorts of ways — even making puppy toilet training easier. Award-winning dog trainer Ben Randall explains how to get it right from the start — and we do mean the VERY start.
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How to keep your dog healthy in a summer heatwave, by expert trainer Ben Randall
With hot summer weather here it can be a challenge keeping your four-legged friend cool and happy. Ben Randall shares his tips on how to keep a dog safe in a heatwave.
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The Ebony Horse Club, where inner city children get a ticket to ride in the heart of Brixton
Deep in the beating heart of Brixton in south London, the Ebony Horse Club is quietly teaching inner-city children the joy of being around horses, as patron and ITV Racing presenter Oli Bell reports.
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The wonderful Welsh terrier: Half the size, triple the fun
Headstrong little characters that turn heads wherever they go, Welsh terriers might look like miniature Airedales, but they have a personality entirely of their own, finds Katy Birchall. Photographs by Joe Bailey.
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Andrew Cotter on how his labradors became Britain's most famous dogs: 'They have no idea why so many people talk to them now — I think they assume it’s because they’re good dogs!'
The sports commentator Andrew Cotter on the startling rise to fame for his labradors.
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How to help a dog who's scared of going places in the car, by expert trainer Ben Randall
A retired greyhound with an unknown past is the subject of this week's advice article from our resident dog whisperer Ben Randall.
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How to stop a dog getting jealous when you're playing with someone else's pet, by expert trainer Ben Randall
Dogs are loyal, faithful and delightful partners in your life — but they're no more immune to the green eyed monster than people are. Ben Randall explains how to deal with dogs getting jealous when you lavish attention on another canine companion.
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Curious Questions: Who do we say that cats have nine lives?
Martin Fone set off to investigate the origins of the saying that cats have nine lives. In the process he discovered something less supernatural, but no less incredible.
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'Were it not for Country Life, Sealyhams would be extinct by now’
Sealyham terrier breeder Harry Parsons has welcomed a new litter of puppies — great news for a breed which teetered on the edge of extinction not long ago.
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How do I stop my dog barking at people coming up to my house? Expert advice from top trainer Ben Randall
Disconcerting for visitors, distressing for owners and terrifying for delivery people, having a dog that constantly barks at strangers is a common problem — but one that can be dealt with surprisingly quickly. Ben Randall explains more.
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How to deal with a dog who won't jump in the back of the car, by top trainer Ben Randall
Travelling with your canine companion doesn’t need to be stressful — it’s all about making it a positive experience for everyone. Expert dog trainer Ben Randall explains how to teach your dog to happily hop in and out of the car on command.
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How to stop your dog or puppy from biting when it's playing: Expert advice from Ben Randall
Playful behaviour is a great way for dogs to explore the world around them and make new friends — but sometimes an overexcited puppy can take it too far and nipping can be painful and dangerous. Expert dog trainer Ben Randall explains how to stop your dog from biting during play
