Dog obedience and training Books

Book SynopsisIn Advanced Retriever Training, experienced trainer, competitor and judge, Laura Hill, takes a holistic approach to training and living with working retriever breeds. Whether your aim is to reach competition level or simply to troubleshoot your training practices, this book is the ideal follow-on to the basic commands and handling skills already established. Insightful and in-depth coverage includes reanalysing the basic pillars of breeding, feeding and training; examining your own behaviour and the effect it has on your dog and identifying your dog's psychological needs and tailoring your training accordingly. Key approaches to successful retriever work with positive, reward-based methods are covered along with training planning and management. An advanced approach to training essentials, including heelwork, marking, blind retrieves and navigating barriers are discussed as well as establishing and maintaining an enjoyable partnership with your dog. This book will improve your handling as well as your overall approach to living and working with retrievers.Trade ReviewAs the title suggests, this book is not for beginners; it is written and aimed at people with a good working knowledge of 'the basics' of gundog training. Laura Hill goes a lot further into detail than I have come across with other gundog training books. This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to enhance their retriever training. -- Victoria Chesters * The BASC Magazine Shooting & Conservation *Gundog Journal training expert, Laura, could hardly be better qualified to have written her first book. She is the founder and owner of Staunton Vale Gundogs as well as being a regular member of the England Gundog Team. Whether your aim is to reach competition level or simply to troubleshoot your training sessions, this book is the ideal follow-on to the basic commands and handling skills already established. * Gundog Journal *If Laura Hill has missed anything out of this impressive new book - we'd love to know what it is. The book is well written, easy to reference and bursting with images of the author practising what she preaches. -- Mike Barnes * Shooting Gazette *

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Book SynopsisDogs communicate with so much more than barks and tail wags. Misreading doggie body language makes life challenging for dogs and their humans. This small but mighty book is your perfect illustrated guide to seeing and understanding the subtle visual cues and interpreting the behaviours used by your beloved pup to express how they’re feeling. The more we notice and listen to what our dogs are trying to tell us, the more we can improve our relationship with our best friends, helping them to feel safe and happy. Original illustrations help you compare similar facial expressions, body language and gestures Interpret your dog's cues and learn how your dog uses his ears, eyes, mouth, tail and posture to communicate with you Spot the signals your dog is trying to give you to tell you they're stressed or conflicted Trade Review'You need this book. The end. That’s all this review has to say. You need it.' * Oh My Dog Blog, Fall Reading Guide *'In summary, this is a brilliant book that every dog owner would benefit from. An invaluable reference for helping new owners understand their companion's language.' -- Sue Jillett KCAI GCDS * The Kennel Gazette *

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Book SynopsisWhether you re searching for drugs or a missing person, K9 Scent Training will improve your K9 team s capabilities in the field. Use proven techniques to train your dog for: Scent identification line-ups to indicate a scent connection between crime-scene evidence and a suspect. Tracking along a wide variety of track types, including the cold track, the broken-off track and tracks that run over or under cross-tracks. Detection work for searches in buildings, vehicles, open terrain and more. In this must-have guide for SAR teams and police K9 trainers and handlers, Dr. Resi Gerritsen and Ruud Haak present everything you need to know to build or improve a scent training program. Scent training involves high-stakes work, and in the case of a search for a missing person, the right training for your K9 can mean the difference between life and death. Beginning with the science behind odors and how dogs perceive them, Resi and Ruud show you how to harness that knowledge to eliminate training problems and maximize your dog s potential. You ll learn how to start scent training for young dogs using simple exercises before building up to more complex training. Finally, using techniques they ve perfected over decades, Resi and Ruud share their specialized, step-by-step programs for advanced scent identification training and tracking. Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy.

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Book Synopsis101 Dog Tricks is an international bestseller in 18 languages with over a half-million copies sold worldwide! This beautifully designed book features step-by-step instructions with easy-to-follow color photos of each step. Each trick is rated with a difficulty rating and prerequisites to get you started quickly. Tips and troubleshooting boxes cover common problems, while Build on it! ideas suggest more complicated tricks that build on each new skill.Tricks range from simple ones like Sit, Shake Hands, Fetch, and Roll Over, to extraordinary ones like Tidy Up Your Toys into the Toybox and Get a Soda from the Fridge. Organized by theme, it's easy to find the next trick to work on with your dog. Just a few of the themes to choose from: Chores, such as Newspaper Delivery and Get Your Leash Funny tricks, such as Doggy Push-ups and Play the Piano Dancing, such as Moonwalk and Chorus Line Kicks Love, such as Kisses and Wave Goodbye Trick training will help you bond with your dog and integrate him or her into your family. Tricks also help keep your dog mentally and physically healthy and establish paths of communication between you. Many tricks build skills used in dog sports, dog dancing, and dog therapy work. 101 Dog Tricks will inspire you to do more with your dog! Millions of people have found success with Kyra Sundance's step-by-step techniques—and you can, too.Also by Kyra Sundance, learn to do even more with your dog with: The Dog Tricks and Training Workbook; 51 Puppy Tricks; 10-Minute Dog Training Games; 101 Dog Tricks, Kids Edition; Dog Training 101; The Pocket Guide to Dog Tricks; Kyra’s Canine Conditioning; and The Joy of Dog Training.

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Book SynopsisYes, You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks! "With Tricks in the City, you will use positive training methods to build a joyful relationship with your dog….The trust and cooperative spirit developed through this process will last a lifetime." —Kyra Sundance, author of NY Times best-seller 101 Dog Tricks #1 New Release in Animals A fun and unique dog training book by Sassafras Lowrey – 2019 Do More With Your Dog! All Star Trainer of the Year. Your dog can become a star. Go beyond basic dog training and discover your puppy’s hidden talents. Tricks in the City provides step-by-step training instructions to help you teach your dog tricks, from basic to advanced. Learn from a Certified Trick Dog Instructor. Sassafras Lowrey is a celebrated author and Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI). She has trained and competed in sports from dog agility and rally obedience to canine parkour and tricks. Her writings include viral content on Dogster.com and articles in The Bark magazine, Dogster Magazine, and Whole Dog Journal. Ever wish your dog could be like the dogs you see on TV? Now your dog can! From skateboarding and playing basketball or piano to finding hidden objects, you can have fun with your dog and transform your relationship. Tricks in the City focuses on tricks that can be done safely in small spaces, city streets, and parks. Dog tricks are a great way to bond with your dog, build your dog’s physical and mental strength, and impress your friends and family. You will learn: How to build better relationships with your dog through trick training How to teach puppies and old dogs new tricks The positive physical, mental, and emotional health impacts of trick training for dogs Tricks in the City includes an interview with America's Got Talent star Sara Carson and a foreword by Kyra Sundance, founder of Do More With Your Dog! If you have read Zak George's Dog Training Revolution, Lucky Dog Lessons, or 101 Dog Tricks, you will love Tricks in the City.Table of ContentsTable of Contents Foreword Introduction: From Street Dog to Champion Chapter 1: Why Tricks & How Dogs Learn Chapter 2: Getting Started Chapter 3: Safety First! Chapter 4: Tricks to Teach Sit Down Sit Pretty High-Five Wave Shake Touch (Hand Target) Target on the Ground Go To Two On/Paws Up Say Your Prayers/Head Duck Four On Go Under Crawl Put Your Toys Away Fetch to Hand Back Up Ride in a Wagon Peek-A-Boo Walk on Your Feet Hold Leave It Drop It Pick Up Over Jump Over My Leg/Arm Jump Into My Arms Basketball Speak Scratch Art Roll Over Splat Hoop Jump Give Kisses Spin Shell Game Push Balance Carry Learn Object Names Figure Eight Leg Weave Walking Perch Work (Circus Elephant Tricks) Push Light Skateboard Cover Your Eyes My Dog Can Read Rebounds Chorus Line Kicks Drawing Chapter 5: Taking Tricks to the Next Level Acknowledgements About the Author

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Book SynopsisIn the 1980s and 1990s John Fisher revolutionised dog training, first in England, then in the US. With his self-deprecating manner and 'Oh! So British' sense of humour, he taught us to 'Think Dog'. In this seminal pet psychology book, he examines the mind of the dog with examples taken from his practical experience, explaining to owners how the world appears from a dog's point of view. The first section of the book traces the ancestry and inherent behaviour of dogs, from their origins as pack animals related to the wolf or the jackal. The second part examines what most people describe as problem behaviour, which is just normal canine behaviour exhibited in the wrong place. The book concludes with an A-Z of common problems, their causes and cures.Trade ReviewA true pioneer of dog behaviour therapy, John Fisher was at the forefront of a new understanding of dogs and positive methods to train and educate them.Think Dog is my mentor's legacy. John's ideals of kind, fair and effective training stand the test of time. A must-read for dog owners everywhere.

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Book SynopsisA simple, straightforward and easy-to-follow guide for training all breeds of gundogs. Written by two leading experts the book features sound, practical advice and is aimed at both the novice and the more experienced trainer.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive book describes innovative ways of training sheepdogs and addresses a number of subjects that have not been adequately covered in previous publications; such as working with sensitive dogs and dogs lacking in confidence, the 'square movement', and the 'concept of opposites'. Written by an acknowledged expert, Sheep Dog Training and Trials discusses in a variety of settings new concepts such as the author's theory of 'passive resistance' and the 'pressure on-off technique'. In addition, the author considers ways of optimizing a dog's health, energy, fitness and peak performance.Trade Review'Nij has produced this fine book, which combines personal experiences with skilful guidelines for anyone wishing to be trained on how to train sheepdogs... it is one of the most entertaining and revealing books about a rural skill that I have ever read.' -- John Craven OBE, presenter of BBC Countryfile'Nij has commendably, over a relatively short time, represented his country by achieving qualification for the English Team, going on to the International... something many people only dream of doing... To achieve this Nij's insight into the elements of the partnership between man and dog has enabled him to understand the particular characteristics of dogs, their problems and requirements and to foster, nurture and develop their individual potential.' -- Gwyn Jones, Three times International Supreme Champion

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Book SynopsisTender Paws takes a deep dive into the practical benefits of applying therapeutic parenting best practices to dogs in our care. 2024 Winner of Dog Writers Association of America''s Maxwell Medallion for rescue/adoption book and IAM Book of the Year Award finalist in the Animlas/Pets/Nature category.2024 Maxwell Medallion Winner (Dog Writers Association of America) IAN Book of the Year Awards Finalist What if you could nurture your dog the way that developmental psychologists, trauma specialists, and other experts approach raising children? In Tender Paws, award-winning journalist Wendy Lyons Sunshine shows dog lovers how to use best practices from child development, attachment theory, trauma research, parenting styles, and advanced learning theory to foster trust, resilience, and cooperation in their canine companions. Reimagine Dog Training as Dog Parenting Traditional dog training often relies on dominance, obedience, and control—but modern science tells us there''s a better way. Tender Paws introduces the HEARTS framework, a holistic approach designed to help dogs thrive emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. Healing—understand how physical issues, trauma, and stress affect dog behavior and how to support recovery Enrichment—learn how to fulfill your dog''s cognitive and sensory needs Appropriate environment—create a home where your dog feels secure Respectful relationships—build a trusting and cooperative connection Teaching sensitively and positively—promote ideal learning with evidence-informed strategies Support the individual—tailor care to your unique dog''s temperament, history, and biology Far from a standard dog training manual, Tender Paws shows how and why to apply parenting best practices to diverse scenarios, such as: recognizing developmental trauma and unmet core needs, especially in rescue puppies and dogs making decisions about appropriate equipment, responding to difficult behavior, understanding the parenting style from which we approach our dogs. Full of heart-tugging, real-life stories, expert interviews, and practical tools, Tender Paws empowers you to understand your dog''s behavior through a new lens—one rooted in science, empathy, and connection. Helpful visuals and diagrams make it easier to decode signs of stress and find effective ways to help dogs thrive emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. What You''ll Learn The surprising similarities between raising children and raising dogs. How to apply principles from attachment theory and trauma-informed care to your dog. The importance of both nurture and structure for well-adjusted and emotionally healthy pets. How to avoid common mistakes that erode trust and increase anxiety. The HEARTS framework and tools to address behavioral challenges with kindness and science. Readers have described Tender Paws as a compassionate manifesto and a game changer. Recommended by animal behavior expert Temple Grandin as well as certified dog trainers and dog lovers alike, Tender Paws is winner of a Maxwell Medallion from the Dog Writers Association of America and finalist in the IAN Book of the Year Awards. Who This Book Is For New dog parents looking for humane training methods. Rescue dog adopters navigating behavioral challenges. Pet owners who want an easier approach to dog training Dog lovers who want a deeper emotional connection with their pets. Anyone interested in the intersection of psychology, behavior, and animal welfare. A groundbreaking guide to compassionate, holistic, evidence-informed dog parenting—perfect for anyone who wants to raise a happy, well-adjusted dog without fear, punishment, or outdated training methods.

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Book SynopsisFamily Dog by Richard Wolters offers a step-by-step guide to training any dog in 16 weeks. It covers choosing the right dog, play and relaxation benefits, effective communication, training fundamentals, grooming tips, diet, first-aid, and more. Illustrated with over 200 photos, it simplifies dog training for all ages.

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Book SynopsisWARNING: NOT SUITABLE FOR ART LOVERS. PERFECT FOR DOG LOVERS.The Sunday Times bestselling author of Rubbish Pet Portraits presentsWho's a Clever Boy, Then? is a hilarious exploration into the bizarre behaviour of our beloved four-legged friends. Ever considered your pooch to be super smart? Or claimed they are actually very intelligent'? Dog whisperer and illustrator extraordinaire @portraitsbyhercule reveals what your dog is really thinking when they are being petted: I'm going to milk this for as long as possible because you haven't seen what I've done in the bathroom yet. staring at you adoringly: Put your phone down, Susan, and I'll give you more likes than Facebook ever will. giving you evils: I'm not saying it's definitely time to get the hoover out, Kev, but I'm picking up fluff in places I don't want to pick up fluff.Trade Review Customer reviews of Rubbish Pet Portraits: –‘You’ve made my children cry.’ –‘It’s as if my eyes have stood on Lego’ –‘I’ve had to open my mum’s Christmas present to help me get over this. I’m covered in tears, Ferrero Rocher wrappers and shame.’

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Book SynopsisWhat''s going on, guys? Adam here from Southend Dog Training. If you''ve got a puppy already or you''re thinking about getting one in the future, there is tons of advice and guidance to help you with what is - let''s be very clear - a pretty massive step in life. If you''ve seen any of my videos on TikTok or articles on my website, you''ll know I''m all about keeping things simple and saying it as it is.How to Raise the Perfect Dog tells you everything you need to know to train your puppy, with straight-talking advice from Southend Dog Training founder Adam Spivey.The first twelve months or so of a dog''s life are the hardest work, but Adam Spivey can help. He will help you both thrive as you learn to understand your dogs needs and behaviours. Adam''s simple, straight-talking approach takes all the nonsense out of dog training and puts your pup at the centre of everything you do. Read How to Raise the Perfect Dog and build a bond with y

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Book SynopsisTHE NEW BOOK FROM GRAEME HALL, THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING DOGFATHER I've been training puppies for years and I am yet to come across one who behaved perfectly at all times. With this book I really wanted to be realistic about the expectations we should have when training a puppy and demystify the process with clear, simple advice, based on science and experience. In this stress-free guide you will learn how to: · Choose the right puppy for your lifestyle, including the benefits of a rescue dog · Introduce them to the family, other pets and children · Tackle separation anxiety · Train your puppy, while building understanding and trust · Socialise them, so they grow into a happy, well-adjusted dog · Prevent behavioural problems later in life I love working with puppies because there is so much potential to make a lasting difference to a dog's life and to their owner's. If you can get it right (or right-ish), you are paving the way for a lifetime of reliably good behaviour. Happy training! Graeme HallTrade ReviewThe nation's favourite dog trainer * The Yorkshire Post *

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Book SynopsisGo beyond training and tricks with enrichment activities to improve your dog’s mental health from TikTok dog enrichment specialist Chelsea Barstow.It’s time to take a big step beyond the regular old sit, stay, and roll over with your dog. Canine enrichment can help reduce stress in your dog as well as give them a constructive way to drain their energy. We all know what it’s like to be bored at home, and with a dog, boredom leads to trouble. With Happy Dog, you will learn simple ways to stimulate your dog’s mind and keep them occupied whenever they need. From rolling treats in a towel, to playing the Find It game, a variety of lick mats, creating obstacles your dog must navigate, going on an adventure walk, and canine puzzles, there are tons of ways to help keep your dog mentally (and physically) happy and healthy.Trade Review"Take things to the next level with [this] fun, easy-to-follow book for dogs." —Fidose of Reality

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Book SynopsisAll the facts and expert advice about owning and caring for a dog, along with a guide to breeds and their different characteristics, photographed throughout.

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Book SynopsisYour dog just doesn''t seem to listen. You''ve been through obedience training, but he still can''t seem to master the most basic commands. And nothing you do seems to prevent him from misbehaving. ''Clients usually come to me when their dogs are ruining their lives, not when they won''t sit,'' says Cesar. ''But everywhere I go, people are telling me they are confused about the wide variety of training options and theories out there.'' Now, in his usual straightforward, confident manner, Cesar takes on the topic of training for the first time, by explaining the importance of balance as the foundation for a healthy relationship between you and your dog. He calls upon some of the foremost experts in the field so that you can find the perfect approach that works for you and your dog.Filled with practical advice, anecdotes, tips, and trouble-shooting techniques from Cesar and his colleagues, this is the ultimate guide to a well-behaved and well-balanced dog - fromTrade Review'[Millan is] serene and mesmerizing . . . He deserves a cape and mask'. * New York Times *[Cesar] arrives amid canine chaos and leaves behind peace. * Malcolm Gladwell, The New Yorker *Icon to dog owners all over the world... The man is a dog wizard, a genius * Anne Shooter, Daily Mail *'Millan's wizardlike facility with dogs - the calm he brings to them, the confident way he handles them - is mind-blowing.' * Newsweek *

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Book SynopsisShow off your dog! And let your dog show off, too! Using the secrets of professional dog trainers, this fully illustrated guide with hundreds of step-by-step photos show how to teach your pet 118 tricks and stunts. Organized from beginner level to pro, these tricks run the gamut from the kinds of things any well-behaved dog should know-fetch, paw shake, roll over-to stunts that will delight your friends and family, from dance routines to flying disc acrobatics. You'll even learn the tricks behind filmmaking with dogs to create your own movie magic and performance showstoppers. And there are benefits far beyond the wow factor. Teaching your dog tricks will not only reveal more of your dog's real personality, including hidden talents, it will also improve your pet's behaviour, reinforce socialization, prevent boredom and restlessness, and instil your pet with greater confidence. And dramatically enrich the relationship the two of you already share.Trade Review"The family-friendly, step-by-step guide features more than 100 amazing and heartwarming dog tricks specially designed for effective training, pure fun and to help strengthen the bond between you and your dog. And who knows? You might even be able to turn your dog into a Youtube star!" –Dogster Magazine

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Book SynopsisA positive-training guide to puppy training written by much-loved author and puppy -class instructor Charlotte Schwartz is a "week by week training guide" for all new puppy owners. The late Charlotte Schwartz had trained dogs for over forty years and was a popular, award-winning author, whose no-nonsense style of writing and training comes forth on every page of this best-selling introductory guide. Focusing on the first eight weeks that a puppy spends in the new owner''s home, Puppy Training walks the owner through the lessons to teach one week at a time, offering commonsense solutions to obedience and housetraining problems along the way. Sidebars throughout the text offer useful tips and alternative methods to teach lessons, all of which were originated by Schwartz in her puppy classes over the decades and are illustrated here with color photographs. From the first week, during which the puppy is taught to sit and stand, to the eighth week, devoted to teach the puppy to retrieve and a trick or two, this puppy primer is the best canine educational tool available for under ten dollars!

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Book Synopsis...this book should be on every animal trainer's bookshelf for future reference. How Dogs Learn covers the content of an undergraduate course in learning and behavior, but the examples are taken from dog training it is practical and very useful without sacrificing scientific and technical accuracy. --Jack Michael, PhD, Department of Psychology, Western Michigan University How Dogs Learn explore the fascinating science of operant conditioning, where science and dog training meet. How Dogs Learn explains the basic principles of behavior and how they can be used to teach your dog new skills, diagnose problems and eliminate unwanted behaviors. It's for anyone who wants to better understand the learning process in dogs. Every concept is laid out clearly and precisely, and its relevance to your dog and how you train is explained. A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

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Book SynopsisSteve Mann, the UK's no.1 dog trainer, takes it beyond the basics and tackles even more of your dog dilemmas!When it comes to dog training, there is no 'one size fits all' solution. In Easy Peasy Doggy Squeezy, Steve's seven active ingredients will teach you how to solve any problem behaviours by giving you the tools you need to ask the right questions. You'll discover step-by-step guides on how to teach the most useful and practical techniques and improve your life with your dog by following simple exercises as well as more advanced training techniques and ideas.Learn crucial exercises such as RECALL and LOOSE LEAD WALKING, insights into BODY LANGUAGE, fun ideas to enjoy relaxing with your dog, as well as ways to help with problem behaviours such as SEPARATION ANXIETY, FEAR OF FIREWORKS and AGGRESSION TOWARDS STRANGERS - all covered in an easy-to-follow and fun style.With an emphasis on ethical, scientifically proven methods garnered from training over 100,000 dogs and owners worldwide, this is the book your dog would want you to read!Trade ReviewSteve is brilliant ... my puppy-training prophet and spiritual guide. His approach makes perfect sense. * Adrian Chiles, The Guardian *So easy to follow and it really works! * Lorraine Kelly *Dog Training Genius! * Emilia Clarke *Steve's training methods focus on positive reinforcement... it includes lots of information to help you understand training from the puppy's perspective. * Dogs Monthly *Owning a dog is not easy, but training doesn't have to be hard. Steve offers lots of useful solutions that keeps training fun. * Dogs Today *

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Book SynopsisMy name is Steve Mann and I'm an expert dog trainer with over 30 years of experience. In this book, I will teach you how to raise your Labrador to be healthy and happy. All breeds are different, and it is vital that you grow to learn your Labrador's specific needs and characteristics. Whether you are the proud owner of a brand-new puppy, a 10-year-old adult dog or a rescue Labrador of any age, my easy peasy principles will help you nurture your bond with your Labrador and teach them a range of activities in no time.You will learn about: · Your breed history· The key principles of dog training: Recall, Loose Lead Walking, Sit· Why your Labrador... chases, digs, jumps up, chews· How to keep your Labrador happy home alone· Grooming: teeth, nails, bathing· Nutrition and so much more!Armed with this knowledge about Labradors, plus my simple and highly effective lessons and training techniques, you and your dog will have the most cheerful, exciting and fulfilling relationship. So, let's get started!

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Book SynopsisMy name is Steve Mann and I'm an expert dog trainer with over 30 years of experience. In this book, I will teach you how to raise your French Bulldog to be healthy and happy. All breeds are different, and it is vital that you grow to learn your French Bulldog's specific needs and characteristics. Whether you are the proud owner of a brand-new puppy, a 10-year-old adult dog or a rescue French Bulldog of any age, my easy peasy principles will help you nurture your bond with your French Bulldog and teach them a range of activities in no time.You will learn about: · Your breed history· The key principles of dog training: Recall, Loose Lead Walking, Sit· Why your French Bulldog... chases, digs, jumps up, chews· How to keep your French Bulldog happy home alone· Grooming: teeth, nails, bathing· Nutrition and so much more!Armed with this knowledge about French Bulldogs, plus my simple and highly effective lessons and training techniques, you and your dog will have the most cheerful, exciting and fulfilling relationship. So, let's get started!

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated guide to whippets, forming part of a new series and packed with tips and tricks to keep your furry friends happy. There are many things to consider when you become a dog owner. How often should I walk them? How much training will they need? What is poisonous to my pet? Should I trust those doe eyes? This playful and informative book takes a fresh look at the wonderful world of whippets and explains everything you need to know about this energetic breed while celebrating their gentle personalities. Breed character, reasons to own a whippet and likes and dislikes are covered along with advice on training, grooming, diet and health. Illustrated by Meredith Jensen and packed with adorable photographs of beloved pets, dog lovers will adore this playful celebration of whippets.

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Book SynopsisExploring the incredible stories of canine heroes in the UK's police forces, revealingtheir history, bravery and awards they have gathered for their exceptional exploits

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Book Synopsisєєєєє Cesar''s methods have worked wonders, and I have found it the gentlest of methods.єєєєє A truly brilliant book Learn how your dog really feels and why they behave how they do, thanks to New York Times No 1 bestseller Cesar Milan.In CESAR''S WAY, Cesar Millan - US dog expert and star of National Geographic Channel''s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan - helps you see the world through the eyes of your dog so you can finally eliminate problem behaviours. You''ll learn: What your dog really needs may not be what you''re giving him Why a dog''s natural pack instincts are the key to your happy relationship How to relate to your dog on a canine level There are no ''problem breeds'', just problem owners Why every dog needs a job How to choose a dog who''s right for you and your family And much more! Filled with fascinating anecdotTrade ReviewIcon to dog owners all over the world... The man is a dog wizard, a genius * Anne Shooter, Daily Mail *'[Millan is] serene and mesmerizing . . . He deserves a cape and mask'. * New York Times *[Cesar] arrives amid canine chaos and leaves behind peace. * Malcolm Gladwell, The New Yorker *

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Book SynopsisLife with a dog can bring companionship, fun, and joy. Life with a badly behaved dog can bring frustration and heartbreak. Dog behavior problems are often cited as the main reason for owners' abandoning their pets to shelters and surrendering them to rescues, but many of a dog's problems can be resolved by a caring and responsible owner who's willing to devote a little time to positive dog training. In this book, seasoned trainer Teoti Anderson shares her knowledge and experience with dog owners, offering insight into why dogs do what they do while showing owners how to implement cruelty-free, reward-based training with their dogs in clear, easy-to-follow steps. This newly updated edition provides additional information on step-by-step training exercises and problem behavior techniques, new advice referencing recent position statements from the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior regarding puppy socialization and positive training, and a new training section on Name Recognition/Response.

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Book SynopsisThe pandemic saw a huge increase in dog purchase and adoption, and this book will help new owners find solutions to canine behavioural issues. Featuring step-by-step instructions and illustrations for a wide range of training methods and exercises, this book will help eliminate aggression, barking, timidity, fear, and reactivity. Includes real-life case studies and interviews with top dog trainers, vets, and behaviourists.

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Book SynopsisA positive training guide to puppy training written by much-loved author and puppy-class instructor Charlotte Schwartz is a “week by week training guide” for all new puppy owners. The late Charlotte Schwartz had trained dogs for over 40 years and was a popular, award-winning author, whose no-nonsense style of writing and training comes forth on every page of this best-selling introductory guide and dog training book. Focusing on the first eight weeks that a puppy spends in the new owner’s home, Puppy Training, Revised Edition walks the owner through the lessons to teach one week at a time, offering common sense solutions to obedience and housetraining problems along the way. Sidebars throughout the text offer useful tips and alternative methods on how to train a puppy and teach lessons, all of which were originated by Schwartz in her puppy classes over the decades. From the first week – during which the puppy is taught to sit and stay – to the eighth week – devoted to teaching the puppy to retrieve and a trick or two – this puppy primer is the best canine educational tool available!

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Book SynopsisBringing a new puppy into yourlife is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Complete Puppy Schoolis here to guide you every step of the way with a clear, compassionate, andpractical approach to raising a well-adjusted, well-behaved dog from day one.This comprehensive guide beginswith helping you choose the right puppy for your lifestyle, setting the stagefor a successful bond. It then walks you through the critical early days,covering everything from preparing your home and making introductions, toestablishing routines that promote security and trust. As your puppy grows,you'll learn how to understand their behavior, teach essential manners, and useproven training techniques that foster cooperation and respect. Chapters onadvanced training take your puppy's skills to the next level, while detailedsections on managing common behavioral problems, visiting the vet, andunderstanding proper nutrition ensure that you're equipped to care for your pupin every way. Each chapter builds on the last, creating a natural learningprogression that supports both you and your dog.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Bioethicist and author Jessica Pierce has penned a wonderful guide to living life with dogs and improving your bond through respectful and joyful canine-human relationships. Who’s a Good Dog? examines how we can nurture kindness, attentiveness, and empathy when working, living, and training with our dogs." -- Connie Wilson * Modern Dog *"Pierce implores us to rethink our relationships with dogs, so that they become more a collaboration than a state of dominance. . . . This is far from being one of those ‘how to be a good parent’ books written by a perfect mother of a perfect child. Pierce admits that her own beloved rescue dog Bella is far from perfect when it comes to supposed ‘good’ behaviour. . . . One of the most delightful traits of dogs is . . . their sudden boundless joy, which can manifest itself by their zooming round and round in crazy circles for no reason, so it looks as if they’ve lost their mind. We should keep a list, Pierce advises, of what gives our dog pure, unbridled joy, and we should come back to it often. I’ll do just that. Dogs will be dogs." -- Ysenda Maxtone Graham * Daily Mail *"Bioethicist Pierce wants us to make the most of our nonhuman relationships. In Who's a Good Dog?, she argues all dogs are good dogs, and shows how to better serve their innate dogginess." * New Scientist, Best Non-fiction and Popular Science Books of 2023 *"Thought-provoking. . . . A fresh and rigorous inquiry into how humans can best serve their canine companions. Dog lovers will want to take note." * Publishers Weekly *"Deeply thought-provoking and frequently uncomfortable, this outstanding book asks readers to carefully consider not just the immediate physical needs of dogs but their emotional needs as canines and individuals. . . . This authoritative work asks how owners can provide their dogs with an environment to which comfortable, fulfilling adaptation is possible. Highly recommended." * Library Journal (starred review) *“How can we help our dogs live their best lives? With enormous insight and empathy, Pierce explains that rather than aiming for obedience from our dogs, we can work collaboratively with them to discover new and joyful ways of being together. She is a staunch advocate for honoring dogs’ true natures. I loved her kind and often humorous stories about living with Bella, who is a very good dog.” -- Barbara J. King, author of "Animals’ Best Friends: Putting Compassion to Work for Animals in Captivity and in the Wild"“Pierce is one of the leading canine bioethicists in the world. In Who’s a Good Dog? she carefully applies her deep and broad knowledge of ethics and dog behavior so that all canines—homed and free-ranging dog beings—can have the best lives possible, and so too can their human companions or the humans with whom they have contact. When dogs and humans form and maintain close, give-and-take relationships, it’s a win-win for all. In this landmark and readable book, Pierce tells us just how to do it.” -- Marc Bekoff, author of "Dogs Demystified" and "Canine Confidential"“Who’s a Good Dog? is sorely needed to fill essentially a void in the public conversation about the human-dog relationship. Pierce bravely asks us to examine our assumptions about our dogs’ emotional landscapes, and to consider our own actions and choices within those relationships. Her book is a comprehensive, accessible manual for people who have never before considered the basic ethical implications of living with a dog.” -- Lisa Moses, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Harvard Medical School Center for Bioethics“An astonishing book. Reading Who’s a Good Dog? is akin to the project Pierce asks of us: to adopt a beginner’s mind in relation to understanding the dogs we live with. There’s a sense with many of the questions posed in the book that there is much more to say—but this is also its beauty, that with incredible restraint, Pierce has created opening after opening for us to do the work of reflection (and theorization) ourselves. Original, well-executed, and engaging.” -- Kathryn Gillespie, author of "The Cow with Ear Tag #1389"“A book that all loving pet owners should read.” * New Scientist, on "The Last Walk" *“There is of course so, so much more to enrichment for pets; I’d recommend starting with Pierce’s book if you want to know more.” * New York Magazine, on "Run, Spot, Run" *"Pierce’s book digs into understanding dogs, urging empathy and connection. She explores canine behavior, urging guardians to walk at the dog’s pace and embrace their nature. Her work transforms research into actionable guidance for fostering fulfilling relationships with our furry friends." * Longmont Leader *Table of ContentsIntroduction: We Dog Chapter 1: The Difficulty of Being a (Pet) Dog Chapter 2: Human-Dog Relations Chapter 3: Care and Constraint Chapter 4: Landscapes of Fear, Landscapes of Pleasure Chapter 5: Technologies of Control Chapter 6: Training Dogs to Be Good Chapter 7: Bad Dogs and Behavioral “Problems” Chapter 8: Dwelling in Possibility Acknowledgments Resources Notes Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisAdopting a rescue dog brings great satisfaction but special responsibilities, and a different approach to care and training. This expert, fully illustrated guide offers practical advice and inspiring stories.

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Book Synopsis?I am sure Barking Up the Right Tree will be celebrated as the bible of dog training.? ? Marc Bekoff, PhD, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals and Dogs Demystified When Dr. Ian Dunbar introduced his SIRIUS Puppy Training in 1982, dog training mostly comprised punishing adult dogs for bad habits and lack of compliance. Dunbar focused on verbally cuing and creatively luring to achieve desirable behavior and using ?life rewards? ? sniffing, walking, play with dogs, and interactive games ? to reinforce speedy compliance and good habits from the outset. His ?dog?s point of view? approach revolutionized the field, and today there are few trainers who have not been strongly influenced by it. While positive reinforcement is now widely adopted, this new book details how other reward-training techniques have strayed from Dunbar?s original, quick and easy, highly effective lure-reward approach for teaching dogs ESL, in which we can verbally cue specific responses, offer heartfelt praise for success, and give guidance when dogs err. With Dunbar?s method, we can teach dogs when and where to eliminate, what to chew, when and for how long to bark, and when and how to appropriately let off steam. Barking Up the Right Tree offers proof that aversive punishment seldom works to eliminate undesirable behavior or to get the dog back on track. Dunbar presents numerous nonaversive yet highly effective solutions for misbehavior and noncompliance ? simply by using the words you teach, and without even raising your voice. The culmination of fifty-plus years at the vanguard of dog behavioral science, Barking Up the Right Tree is an indispensable guide for anyone who wants harmonious, two-way communication with a calm, confident, well-behaved, happy canine companion.

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Book SynopsisWhether you're buying a pedigree puppy or rescuing a crossbreed, in this updated edition of Complete Puppy & Dog Care, practising vet Dr Bruce Fogle tells you all you need to know to keep your dog happy. From which breed to choose, to tips for helping your dog bond with the family, as well as health advice and information on nutrition, training and playing, this book has everything you need to know.In Complete Puppy & Dog Care, Dr Bruce Fogle shares the benefit of his 40 years' clinical expertise. Find out how to make the most of your relationship with your dog and look after its health and wellbeing. Choose from the best breeds for a wide range of lifestyles from apartment dweller to allergy sufferer. Assess your dog's personality and ensure a stress-free homecoming for all the family. Solve all familiar and less common problems from dog training, to feeding, exercise, aggression and fearfulness. There is even advice on the latest technology such as DNA testing for genetic predisposition to illness, along with advice on all the newest diets that are becoming popular (including raw and organic), and fully updated lists of contact details for trainers and professional organisations.Packed with information, Complete Puppy & Dog Care is an essential guide for any dog owner.

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Book SynopsisImagine being able to have your own personal dog trainer on hand 365 days of the year... well, now you can with Easy Peasy Doggy Diary! Bestselling author and dog trainer Steve Mann has crammed all 400 pages with a multitude of training tips, techniques, ideas and explanations. Handily organised across 52-weeks of techniques, so that you and your dog can start at anytime of the year and enjoy training together as a winning team! Easy Peasy Doggy Diary is the perfect tool to help you and your dog stay on track with weekly targets and progress checks and over 25 techniques and tips including RECALL, STOP, SEEK BACK, GROOMING and FIRST AID. All presented in a fun step-by-step guide to help you and your dog enjoy the journey to domesticated bliss. Whether you want to keep track of your dog's training progress, jot down your favourite local walks or celebrate key achievements, this diary is the perfect way to record those special moments and see how far you've come. Steve Mann is the founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers and has over 30 years of knowledge by training over 100,000 dogs and owners worldwide.Trade ReviewSteve is brilliant ... my puppy-training prophet and spiritual guide. His approach makes perfect sense. * Adrian Chiles, The Guardian *So easy to follow and it really works! * Lorraine Kelly *Dog Training Genius! * Emilia Clarke *Owning a dog is not easy, but training doesn't have to be hard. Steve offers lots of useful solutions that keeps training fun. * Dogs Today *Steve's training methods focus on positive reinforcement... it includes lots of information to help you understand training from the puppy's perspective. * Dogs Monthly *

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Book SynopsisMy name is Steve Mann and I'm an expert dog trainer with over 30 years of experience. In this book, I will teach you how to raise your Cockapoo to be healthy and happy. All breeds are different, and it is vital that you grow to learn your Cockapoo's specific needs and characteristics. Whether you are the proud owner of a brand-new puppy, a 10-year-old adult dog or a rescue Cockapoo of any age, my easy peasy principles will help you nurture your bond with your Cockapoo and teach them a range of activities in no time.You will learn about: · Your breed history· The key principles of dog training: Recall, Loose Lead Walking, Sit· Why your Cockapoo... chases, digs, jumps up, chews· How to keep your Cockapoo happy home alone· Grooming: teeth, nails, bathing· Nutrition and so much more!Armed with this knowledge about Cockapoos, plus my simple and highly effective lessons and training techniques, you and your dog will have the most cheerful, exciting and fulfilling relationship. So, let's get started!

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Book SynopsisWith many readers coming to cockers for the first time, this book offers complete guidance for their very earliest care and training at home, and then introduces both cockers and their owners to a range of different activities and competitions. Drawing on more than a quarter of a century's experience with cockers, the author takes you on a wonderful journey from the moment your puppy arrives home to the day that you start enjoying sports and activities together. The Cocker Spaniel covers every aspect of cockers, from the history of the breed to healthcare and problem-solving guides. There is also valuable information on contacting the wider cocker community and on joining groups and clubs. Many cocker owners also want to work their dog as a gundog in country sports, including field trials and working tests. With The Cocker Spaniel, the transition from family dog at home to elite performance dog in the field is seamless and straightforward to achieve. There is invaluable technical instruction on how to work your cocker in the field, as the author has achieved successfully, with five Field Trial Champions to her name.Trade ReviewI would recommend this book to anyone who has recently acquired, or intends to acquire a Cocker Spaniel. It is ideal for a person who is looking for guidance to take them through puppyhood, basic training and even on to the dizzy heights of advanced training, competitions and field trials.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction: Welcome to your cocker Part 1: Your Cocker at Home Getting started with your cocker pup Basic education Cocker health Part 2: Your Cocker in Sport Training and working your cocker as a gundog Other cocker activities Part 3: The A-Z Cocker Problem Solver Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisDo you like playing games with your dog? Here is the indoor and outdoor schedule to overcome boredom and provide lots of fun! Whether it’s in the park, in your own garden or in the living room – with this comprehensive book of games you can occupy your dog appropriately at any time with new commands, tricks and mental exercises. Lots of step-by-step instructions with pictures will always banish boredom and you can see the time required, level of difficulty and space needed for the game at a glance. Exercise courses fit for the Olympics, daring feats with lots of tricks or also brain-teasers will give new impetus to the everyday life of your dog – when you go out for a walk in the sunshine or are at home when it’s raining or there’s a storm!Trade Review'A fabulous practical read for dog owners, young and old.' -- NFU Countryside Magazine, March 2024'Games with your dog for indoors and out published by Quiller is an interesting read and inspires the reader to attempt to train their own dog(s) after reading.' -- Country Squire Magazine, February 2024

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Book SynopsisAn indispensible guide to raising your new puppy from the author of The Dog Listener. From teething to training, this book follows the development of your puppy from new pet to best friend.In The Puppy Listener Jan Fennell presents a simple-to-follow yet detailed handbook for puppy owners. Whether this is your first pup or you are a seasoned dog-owner, the hints and tips in this concise guide are valuable and well informed.This handy guide follows the life of your puppy from weaning to walking. Jan Fennell covers every aspect of caring for your new best friend from introducing a puppy into its new home and handling it in public, to dealing with behavioural problems. With detailed sections on everything from exercise to diet, there are problem-solving guides dealing with worries such as biting or anxiety.Once again Jan illustrates her points with entertaining and inspiring real-life cases from her own work with damaged and delinquent dogs. Her love of animals is contagious and she inspires owners to persevere with their pups and show them who is boss.The book contains photographs and plate sections which accompany the text.Trade Review'British dog owner Jan Fennell has devised a revolutionary method of training. It's gentle, simple and remarkably effective.'Mail on Sunday 'Jan Fennell may not have danced with wolves, but she's stood nose to nose with them – and if she was given half a chance, I'm sure she could make lions lie down with lambs.'Daily Record

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Book SynopsisThe heart-warming true story of the dog who played Fang in Harry PotterMonkey is a young Neapolitan Mastiff; larger than life, full of energy and eager to please. But his human doesn''t like him. He shouts at him all the time - Monkey doesn''t know why - and he won''t feed him. Monkey''s so hungry his ribs are showing. Eventually his owner gives him away, saying Monkey is too aggressive, and Monkey finds himself in a rescue centre where he''s cared for - but by people who are scared of him.Meanwhile, up and coming animal trainer for the movies Julie Tottman is about to start filming Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, the fourth in the Harry Potter series, when crisis strikes: the dog playing Fang has dropped out. Julie needs to find a blue Neapolitan Mastiff to fill the part and fast. A big believer in rescuing dogs, she starts calling centres. As chance would have it, one in Northampton has a dog who might fit the bill - b

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Book SynopsisYOUR SIMPLE STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO RAISING AND TRAINING A HAPPY PUPPY OR DOG!My name's Steve Mann and I've been a professional dog trainer and behaviourist for over 30 years. As founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, I've helped transform the lives of over 100,000 dogs and their families - and now I want to help you, too!Whether you're living with a brand-new puppy, an adult dog or rescue dog, my methods will give you everything you need to know. Using simple, proven, science-based and ethical techniques, I'll show you how to have the best relationship with your pup, as well as teaching you how to get: super-fast recalls, great loose lead walking, perfect manners and much, MUCH more... I promise, it really is easy peasy and every tip, trick and lesson will bring you and your puppy closer together. I'll see you on the other side, Enjoy! Steve MannTrade Review'Steve is brilliant ... my puppy-training prophet and spiritual guide. His approach makes perfect sense.' * Adrian Chiles, The Guardian *So easy to follow and it really works! * Lorraine Kelly *Dog Training Genius! * Emilia Clarke *Owning a dog is not easy, but training doesn't have to be hard. Steve offers lots of useful solutions that keeps training fun. * Dogs Today *Steve's training methods focus on positive reinforcement... it includes lots of information to help you understand training from the puppy's perspective. * Dogs Monthly *

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