Essential Skills for a Brilliant Family Dog, Books 1-4

Essential Skills for a Brilliant Family Dog, Books 1-4
Author: Beverley Courtney
Publisher: Quilisma Books
Total Pages: 309
Release: 2017-03-12
Genre: Pets
ISBN:

Is your dog driving you up the wall? Discover simple but effective games you both enjoy, and get just what you want in your family pet. šŸ• Is your dog stealing and destroying anything thatā€™s not nailed down? šŸ• Pulling your arm out of its socket on walks? šŸ• Racing off into the blue yonder, deaf to your calls? As a professional positive dog trainer Beverley Courtney knows just what youā€™re up against! Sheā€™s taught thousands of new owners how to work with their puppies and dogs - entirely without force. You got your pet to be your companion - and yet all you seem to do is yell at her! Letā€™s change this right away: instead of focussing on what you donā€™t want your dog to do, focus on what you do want. Instead of having unnecessary battles over trivia, build up terrific games your dog longs to play with you. Soon your unruly dog will be saying, ā€œYes? What would you like me to do for you?ā€ And so begins a wonderful partnership. Beverley takes you by the hand and leads you through the games and lessons, step-by-step. Thereā€™s no strange jargon, no ā€œThou shalt notā€™sā€, and every time you get stuck, another solution pops up. Her years of experience in face-to-face classes as well as her popular online programs shine through. šŸ‘‰ Book 1 shows you how to find your dogā€™s off-switch! Youā€™ll wonder how you managed before you learnt this skill. šŸ‘‰ Book 2 has you teaching your dog impulse control, so that by being trustworthy around food and doorways he gets greater freedom. šŸ‘‰ Book 3 brings you the Holy Grail of dog ownership - walking nicely on the lead. In just a couple of games a day, youā€™ll get the calm walks you yearn for. šŸ‘‰ Book 4 teaches your dog the life-saving and sanity-preserving skill of coming back instantly on one call. Heā€™ll have such fun heā€™ll be halfway back to you before he knows it. Buy this engaging, readable, jargon-free, complete series right now, and turn your dog into your Brilliant Family Dog!

Zak George's Dog Training Revolution

Zak George's Dog Training Revolution
Author: Zak George
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-06-07
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1607748916

A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with ā€œa wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companionsā€ (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 petā€™s unique traits and energy levelā€”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: ā€¢ Choosing the right pup for you ā€¢ Housetraining and basic training ā€¢ Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues ā€¢ Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food ā€¢ Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog ā€¢ Topics with corresponding videos on Zakā€™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, andā€”most of allā€”fun!

Puppy Socialization

Puppy Socialization
Author: Marge Rogers
Publisher: Bright Friends Productions
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2021-06-23
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1943634084

Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It defines and demystifies the most important thing you can do for your puppy: socialization. The authors don't just tell you what you need to know about socialization. They show you with dozens of photographs and exclusive linked videos (a live internet connection is needed to view the videos). You'll see other owners socialize their puppies under the guidance of a nationally certified dog trainer and behavior consultant. These real-life examples of socialization show you what to do when things go well and when they don't go so well. Youā€™ll learn about: ā€¢ The magical time. Did you know that there is a special time in a puppy's life when he is primed to accept new things? The authors tell you when that time is, when that socialization window starts closing, and how a little effort by an owner during that time can save heartache later. ā€¢ Canine body language. Puppies and dogs are talking all the timeā€”with their body language. Learn to tell when a puppy or dog is relaxed and happy, a bit nervous about something, or outright fearful. ā€¢ Myth-busting. There's a lot of advice out there about socialization and not all of it is good. Some common myths can actually cause a puppy harm. The authors give you the most up-to-date information on puppy socialization and put some harmful myths to rest. ā€¢ Socializing a puppy during COVID-19. Puppies have so much to get used to: people, environments, noises, and more. The authors provide strategies for keeping humans and puppies safe while socializing puppies, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. ā€¢ What supplies are needed during socialization. The authors provide checklists of things owners need when socializing a puppy at home and away from home.

Why Does My Dog Do That?

Why Does My Dog Do That?
Author: Caroline Spencer
Publisher: Robinson
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2013-07-18
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1472110064

We all want a dog that we can take anywhere with us, a kind gentle dog with whom we can relax, walk and play without stress or anger. This practical, accessible book provides a unique way of communicating with dogs which will give you a better understanding of why dogs do what they do. This will enable you to correct undesirable behaviour in your dog and develop a friendship built on love, harmony and mutual trust. The methods used in this book don't seek to dominate your dog but rather to show that you are the decision-maker so that your dog can sit back and relax, knowing that all the important decisions regarding danger, safety and food are taken by you. This form of natural canine communication can be used to resolve any issue, such as: Aggression. Separation anxiety. Running off. Excessive or attention barking. Pulling on the lead. Digging up the garden. Jumping up. Difficulties associated with rescue dogs.

Why Puppies Do That

Why Puppies Do That
Author: Tom Davis
Publisher: Willow Creek Press
Total Pages: 93
Release: 2014-07-12
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1623430453

Why do puppies sometimes lie on their backs when approached? Why do they sleep in a pile? Why do puppies have that special puppy smell? Why are some puppies runts? Few things can cause as much head scratching as the peculiar behavior and characteristics of a new puppy, and this book aims to answer all of the questions new dog owners wonder about their new little charge. Illustrated with pencil drawings, Why Puppies Do That is lighthearted, informative, and as fun as a new puppy.

Why Do Puppies Do That?

Why Do Puppies Do That?
Author: Seymour Simon
Publisher: StarWalk Kids Media
Total Pages: 35
Release: 2012-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1936503875

Whether your family is about to get a puppy, or starting to think about it, this book is full of fascinating information and irresistible photos you and your children will want to read again and again! With his trademark balance of conversational tone, informative text and stand-out illustrations, Simon delivers another delightful romp of discovery, both pictorially and factually. Each question about puppy behavior is treated to a full-color, photographic spread; the images in this picture book are so alive that children will reach out to touch them. This engaging title will be an asset to both early reader and read aloud collections. A StarWalk Kids Digital Original eBook.

Why Do Dogs Like Balls?

Why Do Dogs Like Balls?
Author: D. Caroline Coile
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2008
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781402750397

Do dogs believe pictures of dogs are real? Why do dogs turn in a circle before they lie down? Can you trust someone your dog hates? Dog owners have questions; here are the answers to more than 200 of them, provided by two of the most knowledgeable writers in the field. Fun to read, eye-opening, and filled with important facts that every fan of Fido should know, it encompasses topics ranging from doggie intelligence (Can dogs learn to read?) to canine behavior, body, and senses (Can a dog sniff out cancer?). Find out if blind dogs are sad, whether dogs should be allowed to roam, why they lick you, and why they wag their tails. Youā€™ll gain a better, deeper understanding of your best friend.

Do Dogs Dream?: Nearly Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know

Do Dogs Dream?: Nearly Everything Your Dog Wants You to Know
Author: Stanley Coren
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2013-07-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0393338126

This book packs a lot of energy in a little package. Throughout his long career as a researcher, professor, writer, and dog trainer, Coren has been asked the same questions many times. Here, he answers them in 72 short chapters. Queries range from dogs' anatomy and physiology to their emotions to unusual habits. Coren also includes chapters on the principles and methods of positive dog training. He writes in a conversational style, basing his answers on the latest scientific research while avoiding jargon, which makes this book informative for veteran and novice dog owners alike.

Puppies For Dummies

Puppies For Dummies
Author: Sarah Hodgson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 394
Release: 2011-03-03
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1118050576

Features a new 8-page color section The bestselling guide to making the most of puppy's first year Bringing home a puppy? This fun, friendly guide to puppyhood prepares you for this tough but terrific time. From the basics -- housebreaking, feeding, training -- to the latest on doggie day care, traveling with a puppy, and the new designer breeds, you get everything you need to help your puppy grow up to be a healthy, playful, well-mannered dog. Discover how to * Choose the perfect puppy for you * Socialize your puppy * Stimulate your puppy's growing mind * Use the latest training tools * Keep peace between kids and puppies

Why Does My Dog Act That Way?

Why Does My Dog Act That Way?
Author: Stanley Coren
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 285
Release: 2008-12-09
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1847397468

No one knows dogs better than author and psychologist Stanley Coren and no one writes so well about their personalities and temperaments. This new book distills his many years of expertise in both canine and human behaviour into a fascinating and highly readable guide to how your dog's individual personality influences everything he does and hence, his relationship with you. Packed with the very latest scientific research and leavened with Stanley Coren's trademark fund of stories and anecdotes, WHY DOES MY DOG ACT THAT WAY? is above all a practical guide which will provide every dog owner with the key to greater understanding of his or her dog. The book explains the specific traits of numerous popular breeds and examines how this affects the way they react in and out of the home, with other dogs, with people and with children. It also looks at variations within breeds and at the behaviour patterns of many mixed breeds which will have inherited a cocktail of characteristics from their parents. And it includes a fun, comprehensive and easy-to-follow multiple-choice personality test you can do with your dog at home which will reveal your dog's innermost secrets and help you to understand what makes him tick, enabling you to fine-tune your training to suit both your dog and you.