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Kathryn Rosenberg

Want a well behaved and obedient dog? Trainer shares four steps to set your pup up for success

Dog trainer with a belgian malinois sitting in front of her looking and listening to her attentively

If you're struggling to get your dog to listen to you and behave in the ways you want them to, rest assured, you're not alone. While having a fur friend as part of the family has no doubt brought a ton of extra joy into your life, there's no denying how challenging training them can feel at times.

While the best dog treats can be really helpful when it comes to interrupting and stopping problem behavior, Piper Novick, owner and head trainer at Happy Dogs Training NC, says the secret to getting your dog to be obedient and well behaved lies in pairing treats with a positive interrupter cue.

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