Having a dog ignore you when you call it is one of the most frustrating things that can happen to a pet owner. Teaching a pup to come, or teaching the "recall" as dog trainers know it, is a process. I want my dogs to stop on a dime when I say their name, no matter what they are doing. Knowing that they will come when I call them has led to greater freedom for them and peace of mind for me. Here are nine easy rules to preventing, or fixing, the problem.

When dog owners ask how to stop certain behaviors, it means the owners need to change their way of thinking.

Helpful tips on dealing with the most common problems in training a puppy.

Many people want a pet but have concerns with being bitten. This is a very real risk even though most pets cannot do serious damage. Knowing what pets are most likely to bite, and which are not, is key.

The first thing you do when leash training a kitten is to get him used to a collar. Buy a lightweight collar, never leave it on when you aren’t there, and go slowly.

Once a kitten is used to his collar, slowly get him used to wearing a halter. There are two types of halters. After the halter, get him used to the weight of the leash.

A few tips about leash training your new kitten.

Most people will tell you that you can’t train a cat but don’t tell that to the people at Michigan Humane Society. They have volunteers who train the shelter cats with great success. Absolutely, you can train your cat.

Walk into any pet supply store, and you’ll quickly be amazed and then overwhelmed by the great variety and brands of litters available. Which litter is best? I think I might have the answer!