Below are some useful resources for you and your furry friend! Bringing a new dog home? Take a look at our new dog resources. Puppy? Be sure to also check out our puppy resources. Looking for a trainer or training classes? See our list of trainers here.
The Basics
Basic Manners
Crate Training
- Crate training basics for adult dogs (pdf)
- Crate training game 1 (video)
- Crate training game 2 (video)
Enrichment
- Indoor games for your dog (pdf)
- Is your dog bored? Try these ideas!
- Keeping your dog busy (webinar)
- Enrichment activities (free online course)
Solving Common Issues
While these are useful resources, we highly recommend working with a rewards-based professional trainer as some behavior problems can worsen if you do not apply the described methods correctly. See a list of trainers here.
Also see the ASPCA’s webpage on Solving Common Dog Behavior Issues.
Barking and Lunging on-leash
Fearful Behavior
Separation Anxiety
- Does your dog have separation anxiety, and what to do (pdf)
- Separation anxiety trainers and resources
- Treating separation anxiety Facebook page
General Resources
YouTube videos
Books
