Wes Siler is your guide to leading a more exciting life in the great outdoors. As Outside’s outdoor lifestyle columnist, he writes about the intersections of science, news, politics, gear, vehicles ...

It was a novice dog obedience class, where students were preparing their dogs for the first level of formal obedience competition. They were learning the set of exercises which would hopefully lead to ...

Dogs link "baby talk" with affection. attention, and rewards—and using it while speaking with them may strengthen your bond.

Meet Hailey Like most other new “tricks” you plan to train your dog to do, to train your dog to bark softly, he should first ...

Basic commands like “sit,” “down,” or “heel” are usually the first things dogs learn in training. However, there’s another popular command that many owners teach their dogs as puppies—and it’s ...

Bringing home a new baby isn’t just an adjustment for moms and dads. It’s a major adjustment for your dog as well. Dogs are creatures of habit and tend to thrive on routine and attention – all of ...

A dog trainer has shared the command he claims all pet owners should teach their pets. Will Atherton, who specialises in canine behaviour, says impulse control is crucial for any new pooch you may ...