It's said that there's a dog bite epidemic. And trainers agree that any dog, even a friendly one, can be pushed into a bite. How much risk is there that your dog will bite your kid -- or someone else's?

There's more to taking your dog to the beach than just grabbing her leash! Choose a dog-friendly place, keep her safe and healthy (sunburn and salt water can be big problems), and have a great time.

A traumatic, painful experience, such as being badly hurt in a car accident, can change a dog’s behavior. Learn how to help a traumatized dog recover as much as possible.

Almost all trainers think that when you're using food rewards, it's best to start with a hungry dog. But a new study suggests that isn't always true. Sometimes, it might be best to give your dog a good breakfast before he starts work.

In-home boarding, the vet's office, a kennel - what's the best way to care for your dog when you leave home?

How do you teach a dog tricks when she doesn't know any? Do dogs get bored? Do they dream? And what's the deal with thunderphobia, anyway?

The Dog Trainer's easy steps to teach your dog to jump through a hoop.

The Dog Trainer and Mighty Mommy get together to answer kids' questions about dogs. Why do they bark so much? What is it with the butt-scooting? And why will some dogs fetch, but others just hang on to the ball?