Dog trainer, local vet weigh in on the benefits of dog training (WITH VIDEO AND PHOTO GALLERY)

Rajani LaRocca watched her almost 2-year-old Havanese dog Boomer trot through the forest at the Old Rifle Range conservation land in Concord during a small group dog training session, smiling when Boomer came right to her when he was called. “It’s an amazing thing having him trained,” LaRocca said as she rewarded him with a small piece of cheese. “It makes our relationship even better.”

Some good tips for training a dog to come

Q: I am fostering my granddaughter's 2-year-old Yorkie-Poo while she goes to nursing school for a year or so. Jess never trained him to "come" become she always took him out on a leash. I live in the country and don't want to have to use a leash.

No ‘one size fits all’ dog training here

MECHANICVILLE — Dogs can be a wonderful addition to any family. Loyal, fun, and cute, it is easy to see why they are considered "man's best friend." Unfortunately, without proper training, those cute little puppies can grow into very large four-legged problems. Owner and Trainer of Mechanicville-based Sit, Dammit! Dog Training Mary Ann Bourgeois says that it's easy to raise a well-mannered pooch ...

Therapy dog training offered

Wichita Falls soon will train its own therapy dogs.

Morrissey: Dog training basics: get their attention

January is national Train Your Dog Month and a great time to start the year with good manners for your dog. Over the next month, I will be discussing training in general, as well as giving some quick training tips for you and your dog Copyright 2012 Summit Daily News. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Summit Daily News Morrissey ...