Although it is important for both you and your dog's mental and physical health to go for a walk at least twice a day, using a retractable leash on those walks is not a good idea. They are often ...

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I’m a dog trainer, work as a kennel and dog show assistant with a Malamute breeder and train my own two dogs for obedience and sports, so it’s safe to say I’ve spent a lot of time around both good and ...

I was out on the trail with my dog, Bailey, letting my mind turn off and wander, when I saw another dog and its owner we didn’t know coming towards us. I had Bailey off-leash, and as a courtesy, I ...