Ask the Dog is a little children's book with a big message, aimed at helping parents and children understand when to stroke a dog. It encourages children to make sure any dogs they encounter are happy to be touched, and how to recognise signs that a dog may not want to be approached. The message is delivered in the form of a poem. Colourful, simple illustrations to draw in young readers and help to underline the points made in the text.
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. đ Is your dog stealing and destroying anything thatâs not nailed down? đ Pulling your arm out of its socket on walks? đ Racing off into the blue yonder, deaf to your calls? As a professional positive dog trainer Beverley Courtney knows just what youâre up against! Sheâs 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! Letâs change this right away: instead of focussing on what you donât 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, âYes? What would you like me to do for you?â And so begins a wonderful partnership. Beverley takes you by the hand and leads you through the games and lessons, step-by-step. Thereâs no strange jargon, no âThou shalt notâsâ, 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. đ Book 1 shows you how to find your dogâs off-switch! Youâll wonder how you managed before you learnt this skill. đ Book 2 has you teaching your dog impulse control, so that by being trustworthy around food and doorways he gets greater freedom. đ Book 3 brings you the Holy Grail of dog ownership - walking nicely on the lead. In just a couple of games a day, youâll get the calm walks you yearn for. đ Book 4 teaches your dog the life-saving and sanity-preserving skill of coming back instantly on one call. Heâll have such fun heâll 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!
This poetic story of a young girl's struggle to pick the perfect question to ask her dog will charm the hearts of children and their adult readers alike. From "Why do you steal my fuzzy socks?" to "Do I make you happy?" her inquiries highlight quirky dog behaviors while exposing the profound love she feels for her pet.
A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with âa wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companionsâ (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 petâs unique traits and energy levelâleading 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 Zakâs 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, andâmost of allâfun!
Maira Kalman, with wit and great sensitivity, reveals why dogs bring out the best in us Maira Kalman + Dogs = Bliss Dogs have lessons for us all. In Beloved Dog, renowned artist and author Maira Kalman illuminates our cherished companions as only she can. From the dogs lovingly illustrated in her acclaimed childrenâs books to the real-life pets who inspire her still, Kalmanâs Beloved Dog is joyful, beautifully illustrated, and, as always, deeply philosophical. Here is Max Stravinsky, the dog poet of Oh-La-La (Max in Love)-fame, and her own Irish Wheaton Pete (almost named Einstein, until he revealed himself to be âclearly no Einsteinâ), who also made an appearance in the delightful What Pete Ate: From A to Z. And of course, there is Boganch, Kalmanâs in-lawsâ âbig black slobbering Hungarian Beast.â And thatâs just the beginning. With humor and intelligence, Kalman gives voice to the dogs she adores, noting that they are constant reminders that life reveals the best of itself when we live fully in the moment and extend unconditional love. âAnd it is very true,â she writes, âthat the most tender, complicated, most generous part of our being blossoms without any effort, when it comes to the love of a dog.â
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 Kennedyâs 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 cuesâsit, stay, come hereâas 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 worldâa dog that knows how to behave in a vetâs office, is at ease around strangers, and more. In other words, the best dog ever.
The most thought provoking book ever written on dog behavior and training Generations of dogs have been labeled training-lemons for requiring actual motivation when all along they were perfectly normal. Numerous other completely and utterly normal dogs have been branded as canine misfits simply because they grew up to act like dogs. Barking, chewing, sniffing, licking, jumping up and occasionally, (just like people), having arguments, is as normal and natural for dogs as wagging tails and burying bones. However, all dogs need to be taught how to modify their normal and natural behaviors to adjust to human culture. Sadly, all to often, when the dog's way of life conflicts with human rules and standards, many dogs are discarded and summarily put to death. That's quite the Culture Clash. Simply, the best dog book I have ever read! The Culture Clash is utterly unique, fascinating to the extreme and literally overflowing with oodles of useful, how-to information. Jean Donaldson's refreshing new perspective on the relationship between people and dogs had redefined the state of the art of dog-friendly dog training. Dr. Ian Dunbar, Founder of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers
"Answers to just about every question you could have about dogs" - ***** reader's review Why does your dog get so possessive over the sofa, or so excited when someone calls at the front door? And why does he bark at bicycles and growl at men in hats? This book will help you solve the riddles of your dogs behaviour and put your own into context!
For generations, The Koehler Method of Dog Training has been a beacon of wisdom for dog owners seeking effective techniques to build a strong bond with their furry companions. William Koehlerâs approach, rooted in respect for dogsâ intelligence, remains as relevant today as it was when the book first graced the shelves. Koehler believed that dogs could make choices and be held accountable for their behavior. His method follows the pattern of Action â Memory â Desire: dogs act, remember the outcomes, and form desires based on those experiences. Correcting behavior becomes fair, reasonable, and expected once the training has been successfully imparted. In this classic guide, youâll find practical guidance for creating a well-behaved and happy canine companion. From basic obedience to advanced skills, The Koehler Method covers it all. Whether youâre a seasoned dog owner or a first-time puppy parent, discover the joy of training your dog using a method that respects their intelligence and fosters a lifelong partnership.
