An adult dog may not be a young pup anymore, but that doesn’t mean they won’t make an endearing companion with spunk and curiosity who can be trained to make a great transition into your home. First, ...

When you come home after a long day, it's sweet to see that your dog is excited to greet you. They might even be jumping — on you — for joy. What may seem like cute behavior from a little puppy can ...

Wes Siler is your guide to leading a more exciting life in the great outdoors. As Outside’s outdoor lifestyle columnist, he writes about the intersections of science, news, politics, gear, vehicles ...

Crates or kennels can give your dog a safe, denlike space where they feel secure. The goal of crate training is to help your pet see it as a place they can go when they’re alone, stressed, anxious or ...

It’s hard to argue with Allen Franklin’s résumé as a squirrel-dog trainer. His mountain curs have amassed an incredible 26 world championships in squirrel, coon, and bench show competitions, and the ...

Make sure your dog has the right temperament for the task: friendly, outgoing, not hyperactive, and not reactive to sounds. If you have a party at your house and have to put the dog away, or if you ...

Once you’ve hunted with your own dog, you’re spoiled forever. Our sport becomes much more rewarding when you do it with a partner and buddy you trained yourself. While starting from scratch with a ...

On November 11, 2025, in Jiangsu, China, @XiaoFan shared an adorable video of a patient adult dog helping a young puppy learn how to go down the stairs. In the video, the puppy hesitates at the top of ...