Paws for Thought
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A training tip that could literally save your dog's life: How to stop your dog from eating things
Many owners find it hard to get their dog to stop eating once they've started tucking in — and while it's a tricky skill to learn, it's something you absolutely must master, says expert trainer Ben Randall.
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'How do I get my dog to stop chewing the furniture?' Award-winning trainer Ben Randall has the answer
If you've got a young dog who can't stop chewing anything and everything in sight, Ben Randall has the solution.
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'My dog behaves for my partner, but not for me — what can I do?' Expert trainer Ben Randall has the answer
Training a dog is one thing. Getting a dog trained so that it responds just as happily to everyone in the family can be another matter, as Ben Randall discusses in this week's Paws for Thought.
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How to train your dogs around your gardening, by expert trainer Ben Randall
It's the time of year when we're all starting to get out more and more — particularly in the garden. That's an ideal chance to work on your dog's training, as Ben Randall explains.
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How to adopt a dog without it upsetting the pets you already have, by top trainer Ben Randall
Though some dog owners are happy to stop at one, many of us like to bring more into the home as years go by — and if your new arrival is an older dog who is being rehomed, it can need a bit of thought to make sure things go smoothly. Ben Randall explains more.
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What to do if your dog keeps barking when you leave the house, by A-list trainer Ben Randall
The unconditional love of a dog is a wonderful thing, but when they get so attached that they can't bear to see you leave then they need your help. Ben Randall explains how to stop a dog getting upset when you leave the house.
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What to do if all else has failed and you can't handle your dog, by expert trainer Ben Randall
The vast majority of dogs and their owners have happy lives full of fun and love; but sometimes, things just don't work out. Ben Randall answers a reader who is wondering if it's time to find a different home for their dog.
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Are you overtraining your dog? The signs to look for, and how to put it right
A reader this week suffers from a dog who can't concentrate and is getting distracted all the time, but with things now going badly our dog training expert Ben Randall takes a look – and suspects that overtraining is the problem.
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You don't need to teach your dog to lie down, but you do need to nail the 'sit' command — by top trainer Ben Randall
A reader writes this week to ask Ben how to persuade her dog to lie down on command — but is it really something she needs to teach?
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How to stop a dog constantly begging for treats, by top trainer Ben Randall
Reward-based training has transformed our relationships with our dogs — but it can go wrong. Ben Randall explains how to put things right if your pooch goes off track.
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Should you let your dog sleep in your bed? Expert trainer Ben Randall shares his advice
Some dogs and owners share a bed — but should they? Ben Randall shares his wisdom on how to make it work.
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How to stop a dog chasing cars: Six tips from top dog-trainer Ben Randall
Watching your dog run after traffic can be heart-stoppingly scary — but it's also a difficult habit to break. Ben Randall, expert dog trainer, explains how to go about stopping a dog chasing cars.
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How to leave a dog alone in the house without it getting stressed, by training expert Ben Randall
With millions of people heading back to the office more regularly, leaving a dog on its own is more common — and it doesn't always go well. Ben Randall explains what you can do to help.
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How to stop your dog jumping out of the back of the car, by top trainer Ben Randall
You can understand your dog's excitement to stretch his legs after being cooped up in a car — but a pooch who hares out of your vehicle before the tailgate is even open can be a danger to himself and others. Ben Randall talks about how to deal with this problem.
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How to stop your dog from barking on a walk: Five tips from top dog-trainer Ben Randall
While out on a walk, it’s not always easy to stop your dog from barking at people — and if you’re worried that they’re in the habit of doing so, your apprehension might just make things worse. Expert dog trainer Ben Randall explains how to stop your dog yapping at passers-by.
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'I've taken my dog to 20 lessons, but it's not working — he's getting worse, not better': Expert trainer Ben Randall has the answer
This week's reader is at his wit's end: his dog lessons are not working, and his canine companion seems to take two steps forward then three steps back. Our resident expert dog trainer Ben Randall has the answer.
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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.
