For those looking to take a more hands on approach to training their dogs, an at home program might be the way to go. Even if you are more experienced, you can always learn new techniques. Learning from professionals will help yield the best results because, after all, this is what they do on a daily basis.

Dove Cresswell is a professional Hollywood dog trainer. She's worked on such films as Saved! and Sam's Lake and on various TV shows. When animals are put into films, they must be right on target during every single take.

It only makes sense that she would want to share her knowledge with other dog owners who are looking to take training into their own hands.

Dove Cresswell also offers a free lesson sample, so you can see for yourself how the program will work for you.

Find out how you can watch a free lesson after the jump!

Nothing reminds me more of summertime, barbeques and American suburbia than the quintessential sound of a barking dog. I'm sure that most people don't share my sentiment, but for me it invokes this strange feeling of comfort and care-free laziness. This goes to show that not all barking is bad. In fact, sometimes it's a great thing that our furry companions can alert us to things we really need to give our attention to.

Remember that dogs are very social and, therefore, can be vocal about things they want to communicate to their "pack." Unless you are the proud owner of a Basenji dog, which does not bark in the traditional sense, you're going to have moments where your pup will speak their mind. There may be times when you find yourself scratching your head, wondering what on Earth her problem is. Dogs have an amazing sense of hearing (as you already know) and might be able to pick up on the things that you can't. It helps to have an understanding of what different barks and/or body language means.

So why do dogs bark in the first place?

One of the most common and disheartening problems that dogs develop is separation anxiety. This is more of an anxiety disorder where the dog is left in a state of intense panic that is brought on by separation from their owner(s). To put it into perspective, if your dog is suffering from this disorder they will fall into a state of nervous anxiety each time you leave the house.

Part of this is because dogs are naturally social animals and need lots of interaction to keep them content and happy. While no dog likes to be left alone for long periods of time, so have an even harder time. These are the ones most likely to develop separation anxiety.

Learn about the factors that cause separation anxiety in dogs after the jump!

Whether or not a dog engages in destructive chewing behaviors is really a matter of individual preference. There are some dogs who have this innate desire to chew out of sheer pleasure, while others have no need whatsoever unless they are driven by mere boredom.

When you hear the phrase "destructive chewing" you may find it to be a bit redundant. After all, isn't all chewing destructive? A dog has strong jaws with sharp teeth. Anything they decide to munch on will no doubt show signs of destruction. So, really when I use the phrase "destructive chewing," what I really mean is inappropriate chewing. This is the kind that focuses on your possessions and household items rather than their toys or bones. If you're dog is exhibiting these behaviors, you most definitely have dog chewing problems...

The Secrets to Dog Training program offers a highly detailed and in-depth look at how a dog owner can cope with and prevent common problem behaviors that dogs often pick up. I came across the program because I, myself, am the owner of a rather troublesome pup myself. You name it, she did it. Barking at any and everything, digging, chewing, jumping up on guests – she loved all of these behaviors.

What came as a nice surprise was the reliability of the information. I'm serious - this one's a whole new kettle of fish. What makes it reliable is the fact that it was written by a veteran dog trainer, so you can rest assure that the knowledge, tips and advice included are tried and true. They come from Stevens' first hand experiences as a professional dog trainer.

What You'll Find Inside

The Secrets to Dog Training guide is pretty extensive and covers just about anything you'll need. They don't just stick to problem behaviors. They also give advice to new owners - like breed information, how to choose the right dog...