Dogs

For many of us, our dogs are like members of our family, but what do you do when your canine companion does not feel the same way about your husband as you do? Ben Randall has all the answers.

By Ben Randall Published 24 September 23

Some dogs are absolute angels around people of all ages — but for some reason can turn into little devils when around other dogs. Ben Randall takes a look at what's happening, and how to fix the problem.

By Ben Randall Published 17 September 23

Having a dog who barks or jumps up while you're chatting to someone can be infuriating. Ben Randall explains what's going on and how to solve the problem.

By Ben Randall Published 10 September 23

Here's how to submit your question to award-winning dog trainer Ben Randall.

By Country Life Published 3 September 23

Almost all puppies have an urge to chew things, but it usually passes as they mature. But what if it doesn't? Ben Randall is here to help.

By Ben Randall Published 27 August 23

Dogs who become overly territorial and bark at loud noises or passers-by can be a headache for their owners — but it's a problem easily dealt with, as Ben Randall explains.

By Ben Randall Published 20 August 23

Training a dog to have perfect recall is all well and good when it's just the two of you in your house, garden or out on a walk. But what do you do with a dog who ignores you the moment one of his own kind comes in to the equation? Ben Randall explains more.

By Ben Randall Published 13 August 23

Some dogs get it into their heads to try to retrieve all manner of dangerous objects, such as sticks, rocks, stones and pebbles. Ben Randall advises on how to keep your dog calm around water and avoid them getting into such a frenzy.

By Ben Randall Published 6 August 23

Taking your dog to one of the big country fairs across the country this summer can be a joy — but it can also be overwhelming for your canine companion. Ben Randall shares his tips on how to handle it.

By Ben Randall Published 31 July 23

Expert dog trainer Ben Randall deals with one of his most unusual problems so far: a dog that will only eat out its owner's hand.

By Ben Randall Published 23 July 23

Some dogs enter defensive mode every time a door is opened or closed, something which is exhausting for owner and pooch alike. Ben Randall explains what is happening, and how to handle it.

By Ben Randall Published 16 July 23

Enthusiasm and excitement are one thing, but when a dog launches itself at the door in desperation to go outside you have a problem. Ben Randall is here to help you solve it.

By Ben Randall Published 9 July 23

Ben Randall, a dad as well as one of Britain's top dog trainers, shares his expertise on how to welcome a puppy in to your young family.

By Ben Randall Published 2 July 23

Biting and nipping is top of the list of issues that dog owners most fear that they'll have to deal with. Ben Randall takes a look at the problem and the steps to put things right.

By Ben Randall Published 25 June 23

A dog barking through the fence can be scary for those who live around your house — Ben Randall gives advice on how to stop it from happening.

By Ben Randall Published 18 June 23

Over the past few months award-winning dog trainer Ben Randall has been sharing his advice to Country Life readers.

By Toby Keel Published 4 June 23

Helping out a friend or family member by looking after their dog can be fun and rewarding — but not if the visiting dog's behaviour is causing a problem. Ben Randall takes on a case from a reader facing this tricky situation.

By Ben Randall Published 28 May 23

A problem familiar to almost all owners who have raised a dog from its earliest days comes in for Ben's advice this week: how to stop a puppy peeing when it gets excited.

By Ben Randall Published 21 May 23

Small, but mighty, the feisty Jack Russell is as popular as ever, not least as it’s The Queen Consort’s breed of choice. Fellow terrier owner India Sturgis recounts why these tiny tearaways remain so perennially appealing. Photographs by Sarah Farnsworth for Country Life.

By Country Life Published 14 May 23