Make your command words have meaning. Dogs have the ability to learn a lot of language. It is important to know that when you begin your obedience program you save certain command words to be used only when the dog is on leash and when you are planning on...

If your parents or your spouse don't want to get a dog, respect their decision. That doesn't necessarily mean that you can't get a dog. All you have to do is give them time -- and a little incentives along the way...