10 Must-Know Dog Training Tips All Pet Owners Should Know

Training your dog is necessary. Whether you've got a brand new puppy or an older dog that needs to learn a few new tricks, the idea of taking your dog from knowing nothing to being a housebroken, trick-doing all-star can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming — especially if you're new to dog training yourself. To help make the process go a bit smoother, we asked professional dog trainer and Director of Communications for The Westminster Kennel Club, Gail Miller Bisher how to train a dog if you have no idea where to start.

Miller Bisher began training dogs at the age of 10, and has competed in everything from dog sports to obedience competitions — and she’s picked up plenty of helpful tips along the way. For anyone looking to potty train their puppy or swiftly teach their pup new skills, these dog training tips will guarantee an attentive, well-behaved dog in no time.