Dog training guides & brain games
Free, reward-based guides on puppy biting, barking, leash pulling, crate training and DIY brain games, plus our research on Brain Training for Dogs.
Crate Training Schedule: How Long to Crate a Puppy at Every Age
Puppy crate training schedule by age: max crate times, potty breaks, a sample day for an 8-week-old, and reward-based steps to stop crying at night.
Dog Brain Games: 6 DIY Puzzle Games You Can Set Up in 5 Minutes
Six easy DIY dog brain games with household items: muffin tin, cup shell game, snuffle mat, towel burrito, cardboard box, and hide and seek.
How Long Does It Take to Train a Dog? Realistic Timelines by Skill and Age
Realistic dog training timelines by skill and age: sit in days, basics in 4 to 8 weeks, reliable manners in 3 to 6 months, with 5 to 15 minute sessions.
How to Stop a Dog From Barking: A Humane, Step-by-Step Guide
Find out why your dog barks and how to reduce it with management, a quiet cue, and desensitization. Reward-based methods, plus when to see a vet.
How to Stop Puppy Biting: Bite Inhibition, Redirection, and Calm Timeouts
Why puppies bite and how to teach bite inhibition, redirect to toys, use calm timeouts, and keep kids safe. Plus signs it is time to get professional help.
Mental Stimulation Games for Dogs: 12 Brain Games You Can Set Up Today
Twelve brain games for dogs, from treat scatters to name-the-toy, with a difficulty and setup table, a sample weekly routine, and safety tips.
How to Stop a Dog Pulling on the Leash: Loose-Leash Walking in 5 Steps
Teach loose-leash walking with reward-based steps: stop when the leash tightens, reward at your side, add distractions slowly. Timelines and gear tips.
Brain Training for Dogs vs Free YouTube, Local Classes & Other Courses (2026)
Brain Training for Dogs vs free YouTube, local classes, private trainers and SpiritDog, K9 Training Institute, Pupford: costs and who should pick what.