LIFESTYLE AUTHOR
Emily Effren
TIPS FROM A TRAINER n Looking to train your dog at home? We’ve got you covered with these tips from local dog trainer, Adam Gates.
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ith the lack of social interaction from COVID-19, many resorted to adopting a furry friend to join the family. According to Shelter Animals Count, an animal adoption tracking database, the national pet adoption rate jumped up 22% in April 2020 compared to April 2019. Texas, in particular, was one of three states with the highest intake rates in the nation in 2020, only second behind California, according to the database. With more furry family members comes the need for more training, especially with more time at home when pets can become used to constant attention and interaction. Whether it be for convenience, to save money or to opt for more time with their pup, many may want to train their dog — and train them well — at home. This month, we spoke with senior trainer, Adam Gates, at Sit Means Sit Dog Training here in Austin to learn the most effective ways to train your pup in the comfort of your own casa.
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