The Puppy Listener

The Puppy Listener
Author: Jan Fennell
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2010
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0007413785

This is an 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.

Practical Dog Listener

Practical Dog Listener
Author: Jan Fennell
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2006
Genre: Dogs
ISBN: 0007145705

In this companion volume to the Dog Listner, Jan Fennell deals with the day-to-day practicalities of putting those principles to work.

The Dog Listener

The Dog Listener
Author: Jan Fennell
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2009-10-13
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0061760668

“Those wanting true canine companionship will find Fennell’s commonsense approach attractive and easy to apply with puppies as well as with older dogs.” —Publishers Weekly In The Dog Listener Jan Fennell shares her revolutionary insight into the canine world and its instinctive language that has enabled her to bring even the most delinquent of dogs to heel. This easy-to-follow guide draws on Jan’s countless case histories of problem dogs—from biters and barkers to bicycle chasers—to show how you can bridge the language barrier that separates you from your dog. This edition includes a new 30-Day Training Guide to further incorporate Jan’s powerful method into every element of pet ownership, including: Understanding what it means to care for a dog Choosing the right dog for you Introducing your dog to its new home Overcoming separation anxiety Walking on a leash Dealing with behavioral problems Grooming And much more “The Dog Listener tells you how to make your dog listen.” —Parade “An advocate of nonviolent pet training, Fennell shows readers how to successfully train their canine companions using gentle, respectful techniques and also shares anecdotes and advice from her years of experiences (both good and bad).” —Booklist

Canine Enrichment for the Real World

Canine Enrichment for the Real World
Author: Allie Bender
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2019-11-08
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1617812730

In the world of dogs, there is now more awareness than ever of the need to provide enrichment, especially in shelters. But what exactly is enrichment? The concept is pretty straightforward: learn what your dog’s needs are, and then structure an environment and routine that allows them to engage in behaviors they find enriching. To truly enrich your dog’s life, you should offer them opportunities to engage in natural or instinctual behaviors. Aside from the limitations we have to place on a dog in today’s modern, busy world, the biggest constraint to enriching your dog’s life is your imagination! What the experts say about Canine Enrichment: Don’t let the word “enrichment” in the title fool you into thinking that the scope of this book is too narrow or not something you will find valuable. It focuses comprehensively on meeting your dog’s needs and is written in a holistic, science-based, practical, straightforward, and easy-to-understand way. I love this book! Ken Ramirez, author of Animal Training: Successful Animal Management Through Positive Reinforcement Canine Enrichment is a deep dive into what dogs really need and how we can provide it. It’s a great book for dog lovers who want to go beyond the standard superficialities of “dogs need exercise.” Just the chapter on agency is worth the price of the book! Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., CAAB Emeritus, author of The Other End of the Leash and The Education of Will The scope of this book is ambitious and the authors deliver, navigating the subject of enrichment with depth and relevance. Caregivers will gain critically important perspectives and practical information to improve the lives of their animals. Susan G. Friedman, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Utah State University, and founder of Behavior Works, LLC

The Other End of the Leash

The Other End of the Leash
Author: Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2009-02-19
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 0307489183

Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An 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.

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!

Somedays You're the Dog, Somedays You're the Fire Hydrant

Somedays You're the Dog, Somedays You're the Fire Hydrant
Author: Steven B. Reider
Publisher: Page Publishing, Inc
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2020-07-21
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 1647013593

Steve Reider is the "doctor of dogdom," the "pooch prognosticator," the "wizard of woof," the "muse of mutts," and the "canine clarion." Nobody explains and describes the touching and hilarious intersection between the world of dogs and their human partners like Steve Reider. In his book Somedays You're the Dog, Somedays You're the Fire Hydrant, Steve has captured the wonderful, touching, hilarious, mystical, and precious relationships between dogs and humans in ways that anyone who has ever had a dog will understand. His stories and their accompanying illustrations will make you howl with laughter while simultaneously encourage you to reflect on the meaning of life. Most importantly, you will deeply appreciate how the world seen through a dog's eyes provides a fitting metaphor for our human foibles and imperfections. Somedays You're the Dog, Somedays You're the Fire Hydrant, is without question a funny book. But, when one steps back a minute and considers its' broader message, it becomes clear that Steve Reider has given us a unique "window" through which we can see the many ways that dogs help to cast a brighter light on the joys, sorrows, frustrations, contradictions, and hilarities of our own lives and of our fellow humans. Dr. Stephen Davis Professor Emeritus, Cal Poly Pomona

A Dog's Best Friend

A Dog's Best Friend
Author: Jan Fennell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2004
Genre: Dogs
ISBN: 9780007162864

In A Dog's Best Friend Jan outlines the qualities that distinguish the good owner from the great one, sharing the secrets of how we can all become the pet owners our dogs deserve. Drawing on her own inspirational experiences, she illustrates the importance of qualities such as patience and leadership, and gives tips on improving as an owner.In her best-selling books, THE DOG LISTENER and THE PRACTICAL DOG LISTENER, Jan Fennell revolutionised the way we think about our dogs. Her unique method taught owners how to communicate effectively with their pets by understanding the inner language that guides them. People around the world were empowered to live happier, more fulfilling lives with their dogs. Yet, as Jan knows herself, even the best and most knowledgeable dog owners must constantly look to grow and improve.In her new book she outlines the qualities that distinguish the good owner from the great one. Drawing on the inspirational stories and experiences that have made her a better owner, she illustrates the importance of such qualities as patience and trust, loyalty and leadership. And in doing so she shows how everyone can become better, even more understanding companions to th

Behavior Adjustment Training

Behavior Adjustment Training
Author: Grisha Stewart
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Dogs
ISBN: 9781617810503

Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) was developed by Stewart to rehabilitate and prevent dog reactivity. BAT builds confidence by giving dogs a chance to learn to control their environment through peaceful means. As you learn how to understand your dog and help him learn to safely get along with people, dogs, and other triggers, you will learn practical ways to keep your dog from being pushed into a reactive state in and around your home and on walks.