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The Baxter & Bella dog training program is a comprehensive online training system designed to help dog owners train their puppies and adult dogs effectively. Founded by dog training expert Amy Jensen, it aims to make training accessible, enjoyable, and achievable...

Crate guilt is a common feeling for puppy owners who worry about using a crate as part of training. However, with the right approach, a crate can become a safe and comforting space for your puppy, and you can ease your guilt by focusing on the benefits and your...

Teaching your puppy to play nicely involves a mix of training, patience, and consistency. Here are some recommended tips to guide your puppy into gentle play behavior: Encourage Appropriate Play Use a variety of toys to redirect rough play and chewing. Engage in games...

Keeping your puppy up to date on vaccines is crucial for their health, well-being, and safety. Vaccines protect your puppy from serious and potentially life-threatening diseases while also benefiting the larger community by reducing the spread of infectious illnesses....

Dogs communicate their emotions, needs, and intentions through their posture, facial expressions, and movements. Here are a few examples of interpreting what your dog may be communicating through their body language:  Happy and Relaxed: Posture: Loose, relaxed body...

Meet Mica!  Mica joined the Fieldgate Farm staff two years ago as a dog trainer! She has been a professional trainer for almost 15 years! Mica is married to her wonderful husband Matt, and has a beautiful daughter Maddie. Besides her family, Mica's three dogs are her...

Meet Ava!  Ava joined the Fieldgate team three years ago as one of our dog trainers! She has trained dogs professionally for 5+ years. Ava has also been showing dogs in AKC and UKC since childhood, and is currently the leader of the Tipton County 4-H Paw Prints Dog...

Baxter and Bella is an amazing online training program for you and your puppy. When you become a member with Baxter and Bella you will have access to many incredible resources including training curriculum, online courses, live help from professional trainers, a puppy...

Identify the Cause of Barking Attention-seeking: Your dog wants interaction or something specific. Alert or alarm: Barking at noises or strangers. Boredom or energy: Excess energy can lead to barking. Fear or anxiety: Barking as a response to being scared. Excitement...