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How to handle a dog that's spent most of its life chained up
A heartbreaking letter from an overseas reader gives our resident dog training expert Ben Randall one of his toughest challenges to date.
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Should you let your dog sleep in your bed? Expert trainer Ben Randall shares his advice
Some dogs and owners share a bed — but should they? Ben Randall shares his wisdom on how to make it work.
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Country Life's top 10 dog stories of 2022
From beautiful breeds to superb advice from our training expert, these are our best dog-related stories of the last 12 months.
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The Christmas foods that you can share with your dog — and the ones to avoid at all costs
It's natural to want to be able to give your dog a treat at Christmas, but you need to be very careful about what to give them. Canine nutritionist Alison Frost shares her advice on what will and won't be okay.
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How to stop a dog chasing cars: Six tips from top dog-trainer Ben Randall
Watching your dog run after traffic can be heart-stoppingly scary — but it's also a difficult habit to break. Ben Randall, expert dog trainer, explains how to go about stopping a dog chasing cars.
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Cocker Spaniels: The irresistible dogs with loyalty to melt the coldest of hearts
As the dog world prepares for Crufts 2020, we take a look at the breed of dog which has been crowned Best in Show more often than any other: the cocker spaniel.
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How to teach a dog tricks, by expert trainer Ben Randall
If you want to teach a few party tricks to your pup you'll need to tread carefully, explains Ben Randall.
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How to leave a dog alone in the house without it getting stressed, by training expert Ben Randall
With millions of people heading back to the office more regularly, leaving a dog on its own is more common — and it doesn't always go well. Ben Randall explains what you can do to help.
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What to do if your puppy keeps biting you, by expert trainer Ben Randall
Getting a new puppy is a joy — most of the time. But it's not always easy, especially if your new pup starts nipping and doesn't stop. Ben Randall shares his advice on what to do when reality bites.
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How to keep a dog off the sofa, by top trainer Ben Randall
Fed up with Fido leaping onto the furniture — whether it's your sofa, armchair, or your bed — whenever he or she fancies it and leaving a trail of muddy pawprints — not to mention a layer of dog hair — in their wake? Celebrity dog-trainer Ben Randall explains how to keep a dog off the sofa.
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How to stop your dog jumping out of the back of the car, by top trainer Ben Randall
You can understand your dog's excitement to stretch his legs after being cooped up in a car — but a pooch who hares out of your vehicle before the tailgate is even open can be a danger to himself and others. Ben Randall talks about how to deal with this problem.
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How to stop your dog from barking on a walk: Five tips from top dog-trainer Ben Randall
While out on a walk, it’s not always easy to stop your dog from barking at people — and if you’re worried that they’re in the habit of doing so, your apprehension might just make things worse. Expert dog trainer Ben Randall explains how to stop your dog yapping at passers-by.
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How to deal with a dog who loses its cool when another dog comes near
How can I stop my usually placid dog getting grumpy with certain dogs? Award-winning trainer Ben Randall advises on how to avoid conflict.
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'I've taken my dog to 20 lessons, but it's not working — he's getting worse, not better': Expert trainer Ben Randall has the answer
This week's reader is at his wit's end: his dog lessons are not working, and his canine companion seems to take two steps forward then three steps back. Our resident expert dog trainer Ben Randall has the answer.
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How to keep your dog calm when fireworks go off
Dogs can be traumatised for life by fireworks, but with a bit of planning and preparation you can get them ready for anything. Expert trainer Ben Randall explains how.
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How to introduce a puppy to your cat, by expert dog trainer Ben Randall
Introducing a dog to a cat can be nerve-wracking, but get it right and the two of them can get along famously. Ben Randall explains how.
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Welsh springer spaniels: 'They find a way of winding themselves around your heart'
The Welsh springer spaniel is smaller than its English counterpart, and makes a wonderful pet. Katy Birchall takes a look and meets some owners.
