A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist).Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup.For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes:• Choosing the right pup for you• Housetraining and basic training• Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues• Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food• Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog• Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in actionPacked with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!

The #1 New York Times bestselling book from the author of The Year of the Puppy that asks what dogs know and how they think. The answers will surprise and delight you as Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist, explains how dogs perceive their daily worlds, each other, and that other quirky animal, the human.Horowitz introduces the reader to dogs’ perceptual and cognitive abilities and then draws a picture of what it might be like to be a dog. What’s it like to be able to smell not just every bit of open food in the house but also to smell sadness in humans, or even the passage of time? How does a tiny dog manage to play successfully with a Great Dane? What is it like to hear the bodily vibrations of insects or the hum of a fluorescent light? Why must a person on a bicycle be chased? What’s it like to use your mouth as a hand? In short, what is it like for a dog to experience life from two feet off the ground, amidst the smells of the sidewalk, gazing at our ankles or knees?Inside of a Dog explains these things and much more. The answers can be surprising—once we set aside our natural inclination to anthropomorphize dogs. Inside of a Dog also contains up-to-the-minute research—on dogs’ detection of disease, the secrets of their tails, and their skill at reading our attention—that Horowitz puts into useful context. Although not a formal training guide, Inside of a Dog has practical application for dog lovers interested in understanding why their dogs do what they do. With a light touch and the weight of science behind her, Alexandra Horowitz examines the animal we think we know best but may actually understand the least. This book is as close as you can get to knowing about dogs without being a dog yourself.

Show 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 behavior, reinforce socialization, prevent boredom and restlessness, and instill your pet with greater confidence. And dramatically enrich the relationship the two of you already share.

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Children Will Take the Lead with Fun & Easy Dog Training TechniquesEvery child wants a dog, yet not every child--or even grown-up!--is equipped to take on the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. But with the help of Vanessa Estrada Marin, the director of a sought-after dog-training program for kids, your child will have fun being in charge!Dog Training for Kids breaks down lessons and tutorials in simple steps and easy-to-follow instructions. Kids will have everything they need to be caring and responsible dog owners:Basic Training Lessons including Stopping Unnecessary Barking, Potty & House Training, Obedience, Leash Training, Crate TrainingEssential Commands including Sit, Stay, Heel, Drop ItClever Tricks including Roll Over, Speak, High Five, and LeapSuper Fun Games including Obstacle Course, Frisbee, TunnelAnd More -- Equipment List, How to Train Your Dog to Be Calm at the Vet, How to Dog Proof Your HomeWhether young dog lovers will be raising puppies, adopting rescues, or getting their first dogs, this all-in-one book will give them the confidence and knowledge to properly train, take care of, and establish a lasting bond with their well-behaved furry friends.

Are you ready for a life that isn't ruled by your dog's separation anxiety? Discover the secrets to a dog who happily chills when you’re gone.Does your dog freak-out when you leave? Caring for your stressed-out dog can make you feel like a prisoner in your own home. But it doesn’t have to be that way!Globally respected, certified dog trainer Julie Naismith has helped thousands of stressed owners get their dogs (including her dog, Percy) past separation anxiety. Julie’s proven game plan will steer you and your four-legged friend toward independence so that you can return to a normal life.Be Right Back!: How to Overcome Your Dog's Separation Anxiety and Regain Your Freedom is a proven, evidence-based approach to overcoming separation anxiety. Naismith's step-by-step program lets you gently move your dog from a place of fear to a brave new world of happy home alone confidence.Inside Be Right Back!, you'll discover:✓ A comprehensive system to transition from freaking dog to contented canine.✓ Common training myths that may worsen your pet's condition.✓ Success stories from other owners who have reclaimed their calm.✓ Tips for dealing with judgmental friends and family so you can side-step the guilt-tripping.✓ Free, downloadable training plans, how-to video links and much, much more!By implementing this treasure trove of coping strategies and tried-and-true methods, you'll soon see how you can get a dog who feels safe and settled when you leave.Be Right Back! is the complete reference for you to soothe your anxious dog. If you like expert advice, simple-to-use techniques, and getting positive results without fuss, then you'll love Julie Naismith's practical guide. All this for less than the cost of one day at daycare. And much less than solutions that just don't work, such as calming diffuser or anxiety wraps.Your dog can learn to be alone.Get Be Right Back! to set you both on the trail to happiness today.Be Right Back! is the 5-Star rated international bestseller. Here's what just a few readers are saying about it:What owners are saying about Be Right Back!★★★★★“This book covers everything you need and more!" Jasmin★★★★★"This is the ONLY book you will ever need if you have a dog with SA" Yvonne★★★★★“One of the BEST books on separation anxiety out there!” Mary★★★★★“Stop asking Google!” Gemma★★★★★“Buy it. This method works!” KathrynBuy Be Right Back! and start your dog's journey to recovery today.

A comprehensive guide, written by an expert, to help any puppy owner with the care and training of the newest member of their familyPippa Mattinson, dog-training specialist, tells you everything you need to know about training and caring for your new puppy. From preparing the house and garden before the puppy arrives, to introducing your new friend to all the family (including children and other animals), and solving problems like crying, night waking, feeding, upset stomachs, biting, chewing, and jumping up, this book is packed with all you need to know as a puppy owner.

101 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 GoodbyeTrick 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.

The perfect gift for dog lovers and readers of Inside of a Dog by Alexandra Horowitz—this New York Times bestseller offers mesmerizing insights into the thoughts and lives of our smartest and most beloved pets.Does your dog feel guilt? Is she pretending she can't hear you? Does she want affection—or just your sandwich? In their New York Times bestselling book The Genius of Dogs, husband and wife team Brian Hare and Vanessa Woods lay out landmark discoveries from the Duke Canine Cognition Center and other research facilities around the world to reveal how your dog thinks and how we humans can have even deeper relationships with our best four-legged friends.Breakthroughs in cognitive science have proven dogs have a kind of genius for getting along with people that is unique in the animal kingdom. This dog genius revolution is transforming how we live and work with dogs of all breeds, and what it means for you in your daily life with your canine friend.

Training the Best Dog Ever, originally published in hardcover as The Love That Dog Training Program, is a book based on love and kindness. It features a program of positive reinforcement and no-fail techniques that author Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz used to train the White House dog, Bo Obama, and each of Senator Ted Kennedy’s dogs, among countless others.Training the Best Dog Ever relies on trust and treats, not choke collars; on bonding, not leash-yanking or reprimanding. The five-week training program takes only 10 to 20 minutes of practice a day and works both for puppies and for adult dogs that need to be trained out of bad habits. Illustrated with step-by-step photographs, the book covers hand-feeding; crate and potty training; and basic cues—sit, stay, come here—as well as more complex goals, such as bite inhibition and water safety. It shows how to avoid or correct typical behavior problems, including jumping, barking, and leash-pulling. Plus: how to make your dog comfortable in the world—a dog that knows how to behave in a vet’s office, is at ease around strangers, and more. In other words, the best dog ever.

A compassionate, modern, science-based approach to help you (and your dog!) with common training problems“Zak George takes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page.”—Dr. John Ciribassi, DVM, DACVB, coeditor of Decoding Your DogCelebrity dog trainer and YouTube star Zak George creates the most watched dog training content in the world and has helped millions of people with their dogs. In this problem-based guide, he makes it easy to look up and solve the exact behavioral issue that you're struggling with—whether you’re dealing with a new puppy, an adult dog you’ve had for years, or a recently adopted rescue. He also helps you prevent many of these problems from becoming established in the first place. Packed with case studies and examples from Zak’s videos so you can see his dog and puppy training tactics in action, this book contains step-by-step instructions for dealing with:• Chewing• Jumping up• Barking• Play biting• Begging• Not listening• Thunderstorm phobia• Separation anxiety• Aggression• And much more!Delving deeply into why dogs do what they do and how to work through any problems that might arise, Zak proves that it's never too late to correct behavioral issues.

Do you wish your dog would listen to you on walks, rather than running after squirrels? Tired of getting left in the dust if a cat shows up nearby? Concerned that your dog’s prey drive is coming between the two of you? Conventional training protocols stifle your dog’s natural predatory behaviours through punishing or constantly forcing them to return.These restrictive protocols work against your dog’s nature and against what they want most: to go for a hunt!Predation is an inner need that makes your dog happy. Suppressing those natural urges is like putting an airtight lid on a boiling pot. Eventually, that pressure needs to escape, and without a proper outlet, it’s probably going to get messy. Wouldn’t you rather use your dog’s predation motivation to improve your training and even grow your relationship with your dog?Predation Substitute Training (PST) is a motivation-based and need-oriented training program, designed to stop uncontrolled predatory chasing and to provide safe outlets for your dog’s natural drive. Instead of making discipline the nagging factor that spoils the fun, this training system will help you grow as a team and go hunting together!In this training program, you’ll learn: What is predation? Why does your dog love to hunt? Why is predatory behaviour so hard to interrupt? To stop your dog’s predatory chasing and see real-life results, just follow the step-by-step instructions: Prevention: Structure your walks to set your dog up for success Predation Substitute Tools: Help your dog control their urge to chase in a healthy way when you meet wildlife Predation Substitute Games: Discover new ways to express predatory energy in a safe, controlled environment Safety net: Build a strong “emergency cue” to immediately interrupt predatory chasing. Is hunting your dog’s favourite hobby? Don’t spoil the fun - go hunting together!About the Author:Simone Mueller, MA is a certified dog trainer and dog behaviour consultant (ATN) from Germany.She specialises in force-free anti-predation training and is the author of the Predation Substitute Training series “Hunting Together”, “Rocket Recall” and "Don't Eat That".Simone is proud to be an Associate Trainer at the Scotland-based Lothlorien Dog Training Club (AT-LDTC) and a member of both the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe (PDTE).Follow Simone’s work on Facebook and Instagram: #predationsubstitutetrainingLearn more: http://www.predation-substitute-training.com

Victoria Stilwell, the world's best-known positive reinforcement dog trainer and star of the hit Animal Planet TV show, It's Me or the Dog, explains how to use her force-free, scientifically-backed training methods to solve common canine behavior problems.In her third book, renowned dog behavior expert Victoria Stilwell provides a comprehensive toolbox designed to help dog owners overcome the most persistent, annoying and dangerous behavior problems in their dogs. Far from being merely another dog training manual, however, it also serves as an easily accessible yet scientifically sound roadmap for understanding where our dogs come from, how they experience the world and what we need to teach them most effectively. Train Your Dog Positively is the definitive must-read book for all dog lovers who are committed to giving their canine companion the best chance to succeed by harnessing the power of force-free training techniques.With this upbeat, proven guide, Victoria addresses the main problem behaviors that have dog owners wringing their hands in desperation, from submissive urination to separation anxiety to leash aggression to jumping up on visitors. Just like she does in her TV shows, Victoria helps owners actually change the way their dog thinks, feels, and learns. Using her time-tested and scientifically-backed brand of positive reinforcement training methodology, Stilwell not only helps us understand once and for all why outdated and dangerous punishment-based methods are so flawed, but also how and why to replace them with more effective and long-lasting positive solutions that create a bond between man and dog based on mutual trust, respect and love.Chapters include:Part I. The Relationship: The Way Dogs Developed, How They Learn, and What We Need to Understand ThemChapter 1. Dominance and Pack Theory: Are Dogs on a Quest for World Domination? Chapter 2. The Power of Positive Reinforcement Chapter 3. Leading Without Force: The Future of Dog Training Chapter 4. Building the Bond: Understanding Canine Language Part II. Behavioral Training SolutionsChapter 5. The Positive Puppy: Building a Solid Training Foundation Chapter 6. Housetraining Hell: Solving Toileting Issues Chapter 7. Home-Alone Blues: Easing Separation Distress and Anxiety Chapter 8. Stress, Anxiety, and Fear: From Thunderstorm Phobia to Compulsive Behavior Chapter 9. Canine Aggression: From Resource Guarding to Leash Aggression Chapter 10. Solving Common Behavior Problems: Stealing, Running Away, Jumping Up, Barking, Leash Pulling, Poop Eating, and Mouthing

Dogs that become demonic around the food dish, snarly on the sofa or grouchy when chewing on a bone are all too common. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you recognize, evaluate and treat resource guarding in pet dogs.

Make your buddy a top dog for life, be your Best Friend’s “Friend,” by training together.Obedience training is one of the most important aspects of raising a dog. In fact, a well-trained dog is a FREE dog! Why? Because a trained dog requires fewer restrictions. The more reliable the dog, the more freedom he is given.Dog Training for Dummies shows dog owners how to select the right training method for their puppy, adult, or senior dog. Whether you want to teach Buddy to sit or master retrieving, this hands-on guide provides training to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged family members. Eliminate unwanted behavior Find step-by-step instruction on basic commands Strengthen your bond with your dog Build communication, understanding, and mutual respectBased on positive reinforcement, trust, and obedience, the tips and tricks inside will help you bring out the very best in your beloved pet.

Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language“Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington PostAn Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them.After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover:• How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog• Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems• Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief• How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!”Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.

Every dog owner knows that along with the joy can come the stress and frustration of behavioral problems, which are expensive to diagnose and treat. Enter Kim Brophey, award-winning canine behavior consultant. Using cutting-edge research, Brophey has developed a groundbreaking system that allows owners to identify what their dog is struggling with, why, and how they can fix it. Brophey's approach is unlike anything that has been published before and will give dog owners a new understanding of what motivates and affects their dog's behavior. Brophey's innovative technique rethinks the way we categorize dogs, and distills information from over twenty scientific disciplines into four comprehensive elements: learning, environment, genetics, and self. With revolutionary tips for specific dog breeds, this book will change the life of every dog owner and lead to happier human-canine relationships.

The board-certified specialists of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists are here to decode how dogs think, how they communicate, and how they learn.More than 90 percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescue groups.The key to training dogs effectively is first to understand why our dogs do what they do. And no one can address this more authoritatively than the diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, whose expert and researched work analyze problem behaviors and correct common misconceptions.With veterinary-approved positive training methods, expert advice on socialization, and remedies for behavior problems such as OCD and aggression, Decoding Your Dog is the must-have behavior guide that will challenge the way we think about man's best friend.

Clicker training is the revolutionary method of training that is kind, effective, fast, simple and fun! Written by Karen Pryor, the world-renowned pioneer of the clicker, Clicker Training for Dogs is an ideal introduction that shows you how to teach your dog: general obedience moves, to come when called, not to pull on th elead, target training, to carry items and to put them away, tricks and games. Once you've mastered the basic principles of clicker training, you can use it for problem-solving and for expanding on your dog's training - with the clicker, anything is possible!

Good Service Dogs are Both Born and Made!Watching a service dog and her handler working as a team in a busy public space is a thing of beauty. Not every dog has the temperament or genetic make-up to do service work, but with the proper reward-based training, many dogs can succeed in public areas. Succeeding in Public Access Work is the subject of Jennifer Cattet’s new book, which is especially important given some of the controversies surrounding poorly or un-trained service dogs being brought into public areas. Jennifer prepares you and your dog to meet the standards of the Public Access Test developed by Assistance Dogs International. While the book focuses on training, it also covers in detail a number of other important questions including:·How much time, effort and cost are involved in acquiring and training a service dog?·Can you train a shelter dog for service work and are there breeds of dogs you should avoid?·What are your rights and the laws relating to service dogs?·How do you deal with the public when working with your service dog?

You have a new puppy, congratulations! Now, how do you raise that puppy to be the wonderful companion you hope for?New Puppy, Now What? will help you navigate all the vital foundational training needs your puppy requires to have the best start in life. Detailed socialization exercises and important training exercises help you and your puppy progress through the challenges of puppyhood. Certified Professional Dog Trainer Erica Marshall walks new owners through every stage of puppyhood. From development to full care, New Puppy, Now What? breaks down everything you and your new puppy need to ensure a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted life. In it, you’ll learn: What tools you’ll need to best set your puppy up for success Healthy techniques that make training fun for your puppy Tips and tricks for socialization Whole care for your puppy And more!Marshall has been working with animals for over 20 years and has worn many hats in the animal field—including working in veterinary clinics, boarding kennels, and humane societies. Passionate about dog behavior and training, she most enjoys helping the bond develop between owner and dog as they learn to communicate better through positive training and interactions. Marshall especially enjoys working with families and providing tools to help them raise their puppies to be the best family companion they can be.