Zak George's Dog Training Revolution

Zak George's Dog Training Revolution
Author: Zak George
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2016-06-07
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1607748924

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 action Packed 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!

Good Dog 101

Good Dog 101
Author: Cristine Dahl
Publisher: Sasquatch Books
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2007
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1570615179

Abandoning traditional training methods, which tend to use punishment and physical dominance, progressive dog-trainer Cristine Dahl incorporates studies of animal behavior and humane treatment into an approach called Learning Theory. Though Learning Theory is the top method suggested by the SPCA, a practical guide has not yet been published for dog-owners. Here it is -- penned by a recognized dog-training authority and filled with in-depth, step-by-step instructions, and organized by behavior problems.

Good Dog (Scholastic Gold)

Good Dog (Scholastic Gold)
Author: Dan Gemeinhart
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 251
Release: 2018-03-27
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338053906

The acclaimed author of The Honest Truth delivers his most emotionally powerful novel yet. Brodie was a good dog. And good dogs go to heaven.Except Brodie can't move on. Not just yet. As wonderful as his glimpse of the afterlife is, he can't forget the boy he left behind. The boy he loved, and who loved him in return.The boy who's still in danger.So Brodie breaks the rules of heaven. He returns to Earth as a spirit. With the help of two other lost souls -- lovable pitbull Tuck and surly housecat Patsy -- he is determined to find his boy and to save him. Even if it costs him paradise. Even if he loses his eternal soul.Because it's what a good dog would do.

How to Be a Good Dog

How to Be a Good Dog
Author: Gail Page
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2007-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 159990151X

Cat helps Bobo the dog show Mrs. Birdhead how good he is.

Wag

Wag
Author: Zazie Todd
Publisher: Greystone Books Ltd
Total Pages: 254
Release: 2020-03-10
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1771643803

The perfect holiday gift for dog owners: [a] must-have guide to improving your dog's life (Modern Dog Magazine). As seen in The New York Times, People, SLATE, Psychology Today "[A] must-have guide to improving your dog's life." -Modern Dog Magazine Whether you are training a new puppy, considering adopting a dog, researching dog breeds, or simply curious about your own dog's happiness and behavior, Wag has all the answers-and then some. Respected dog trainer and social psychologist, Zazie Todd, demystifies the inner life of canines and shares recommendations from leading veterinarians, researchers, and trainers to help you cultivate a rewarding and respectful relationship with your dog-which offers many benefits for you, your family, and your four-legged friend. "Inside this engaging, practical book, readers will find: -A Check List for a Happy Dog -Enrichment exercises - How to socialize and train a new puppy -How to reduce fear and anxiety in dogs -Tips for visiting the vet -Information on aging dogs -Expert interviews with vets and psychologists -And so much more! "Dog owners and those considering becoming one should appreciate Todd's substantial insight into how dogs and humans relate to one another"-Publishers Weekly

Play Your Way to Good Manners

Play Your Way to Good Manners
Author: Kate Naito
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 459
Release: 2019-06-11
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 162187186X

Discover effective strategies for teaching dogs impulse control, obedience, polite leash walking and more. Play Your Way to Good Manners draws from techniques used in canine sports and applies them to a positive-reinforcement manners training program with 80 cool tricks, exciting sports moves, and interactive games.

Cesar's Rules

Cesar's Rules
Author: Cesar Millan
Publisher: Crown Archetype
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2010-10-05
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0307716880

The dog training book you’ve been waiting for from the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel’s Dog Whisperer. #1 New York Times bestselling author Cesar Millan shows you how to communicate well with your dog and shares the most effective and humane methods for teaching your dog how to be a happy, well-behaved member of your household. In Cesar’s Rules, he addresses: • The most popular training techniques, including positive reinforcement and using a clicker • Ways to teach basic obedience commands sucha as sit, stay, and come • The importance of balance, and why a well-trained dog does not necessarily mean a balanced one • How to use your dog’s own natural inclinations to create better behavior • The methods and theories from a variety of renowned trainers, including Bob Bailey, Ian Dunbar, Joel Silverman, Martin Deeley, and Mark Harden • Encouraging and honoring your dog’s instincts • And much more . . . 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—from a new puppy to an old dog who can still learn new tricks.

Training Your Dog the Humane Way

Training Your Dog the Humane Way
Author: Alana Stevenson
Publisher: New World Library
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2011-05-11
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1608680193

Dog owners facing tough behavior problems and unique canine personalities need tips and techniques to make their lives better. And many are realizing that traditional training through punishment is unpleasant and potentially damaging to the dog — and simply doesn’t work long-term. With Training Your Dog the Humane Way, animal behaviorist and dog trainer Alana Stevenson provides dog owners with a simple, accessible guide to the most effective positive dog training techniques available. Alana presents easy-to-follow methods and advice for teaching dogs polite manners and resolving ongoing behavior issues. She provides solutions for such problems as housesoiling, play-biting, separation anxiety, fear of strangers, aggression, lunging while on leash, car sickness, and more. Readers will learn the most effective way to teach their dogs — through kindness and benevolent leadership.