In the Great Smoky Mountains, an auxiliary team of élite outdoorsmen answers the call when park-goers’ hikes, climbs, and ...

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A young waterfowling friend recently got a German shorthair and asked me what kind of upland shotgun he should buy so he could take his dog hunting. I said, “That’s the wrong question. You’ve already ...

Everyone loves to spoil their pet with toys and treats, whether it's an afternoon pick-me-up or a reward for good behavior. Dogs love food rewards for many reasons, mainly because they’re a welcome ...

Research shows that using humane, positive reinforcement-based training methods is the most effective way to help pets learn new behaviors and bond with their owners. Aversive or punishment-based ...

If you’ve ever had a dog open a door, solve a puzzle toy faster than you expected, or learn a new trick in one try—you already know dogs can be seriously clever. But some breeds ...