They are known to be the best breed to learn commands and complex activities, says Dr. Sperry, which makes them top ...

If you spot the following behaviors—which range from fear-based to boredom-based and everything in between—it’s time to enroll your dog in obedience training as soon as possible.

About the job. Dog trainers work with dogs — as well as their humans — to teach basic obedience activities and, in some cases, advanced performance activities.

Other activities include an American Kennel Club Fetch trial by the German Shepherd Dog Club, a group obedience demonstration by Smart Paws Training, plus a meet-and-greet session with St. Johns ...