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How to Teach Your Dog a Praise Word (Marker Word) in 4 Easy Steps

A praise word like “YES!” tells your dog the exact moment they got it right. Here’s how to teach one in 4 easy steps, the gear you need, the mistakes to avoid and what happened when our Border Collie Bindi learnt hers in week one of obedience training.

· Talitha Mulder

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120+ Gun-Inspired Dog Names for Bold, Fearless Pups

Looking for the perfect bold, gun-inspired name for your dog? Our ultimate list of over 120 fearless dog names will help your pup stand out. Whether you have a playful puppy or a protective companion, these names carry strength, personality, and style.

· Talitha Mulder

Happy Labrador puppy sitting at puppy pre-school training class

Should I Send My Puppy to Puppy Preschool?

When I brought my new Border Collie puppy, I started home training early. I was keen to teach her to sit and wait and come, and she was keen to learn. She’s 14 weeks old now, but I still regularly think – should I take my puppy to a puppy training program? And would it…

· Talitha Mulder