Helpful articles by Family Dog staff and students, plus a collection by AKC Obedience Judge John Cox. Each article opens as a PDF.
Articles by Family Dog staff and students
Choosing a dog
Problem solving
Competition obedience
- Proofing Done Properly (PDF)
- Your First Match (PDF)
Other topics
- When Baby Makes Four (PDF)
- Difference Between Service Dog, Emotional Support, and Therapy Animals (PDF)
- Dog to Dog Introductions (PDF)
- Parenting a Puppy (PDF)
- Six Steps to a Well Mannered Canine (PDF)
- Organized Sports and Activities for the Family Dog (PDF)
- Flying the Friendly Skies (PDF)
- First Impressions, Painful Memories (PDF)
- Family Dog Training Programs and Services (PDF)
John Cox articles
We are happy to host articles written by AKC Obedience Judge John Cox, on general topics, judging, and the Novice, Open and Utility classes.
All articles are copyrighted. If you would like to reference or reprint any of them, please contact us for permission.