YOUR RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK PUPPY is an indispensible guide to rearing, training and understanding this incredible breed. Written by a professional journalist who is also an internationally respected Ridgeback breeder and breed expert, YOUR RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK PUPPY provides the kind of nuanced insights and tips that you simply won't find anywhere else. All accompanied by lavish full-color photos that bring the breed to life.
Within Africa and around the world, the Ridgeback has proven its versatility, devotion and intelligence. This text examines the breed's unique appearance and its ability to hunt, as well as its adaptability as a family companion.
Whether you’ve just brought home your first Rhodesian Ridgeback or are an experienced owner, this guidebook will help you learn the necessary skills to be the best pet parent possible. If you’re still considering adopting a Rhodesian Ridgeback, you’ll learn enough about the breed to make an informed decision on whether it’s the right breed for your lifestyle. If you’re planning on adopting an adult dog or puppy from a rescue, this book will help you decide on the perfect dog. If you’d prefer to purchase a puppy from a breeder, you’ll learn about what to look for when searching for a reputable breeder and the puppy of your dreams. The Complete Guide to Rhodesian Ridgebacks will provide you with everything you need to know from choosing your puppy and preparing your home to socializing, training, grooming, and feeding your new Ridgeback puppy. Chapter Topics Include: Rhodesian Ridgeback History Choosing a Rhodesian Ridgeback Preparing Your Home for Your New Rhodesian Ridgeback The First Few Weeks with your new Puppy Being a Puppy Parent Housetraining Socializing with People and Animals Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Your Other Pets Physical and Mental Exercise Training Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Basic Commands Correcting Unwanted Behaviors Traveling with Rhodesian Ridgebacks Nutrition Grooming Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Basic Health Care Advanced Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Aging Dog Care When bringing home a new member of the family, you want to be as prepared as possible and this guidebook will teach you how to puppy-proof your home and ease your puppy’s transition into his or her new home. You’ll learn about what it takes to housetrain your new Rhodesian Ridgeback, how to teach a few basic commands, and how to correct bad behavior at the first sign. If you want your new dog to grow up to be a respectful member of the family, you’ll want to socialize and exercise her properly. You’ll learn about various training methods to help you teach your new dog basic manners and interesting tricks. Rhodesian Ridgebacks are considered to be quite healthy, but they can be affected by a few common genetic conditions. This book will guide you through the basic nutrition and vet care necessary for your dog to stay healthy. Proper grooming and coat care are also important aspects in raising a happy, healthy dog. You’ll learn about what you can do to help prevent your dog from becoming sick or injured. No matter how much experience you have with the breed, this book will become an invaluable resource throughout your Rhodesian Ridgeback’s life. You’ll find yourself referring back to the book time and time again from puppyhood through your dog’s golden years.
Learn how to raise and understand your Rodesian Ridgeback to make sure they have good behavior, and are a nice member of your family! 1. The Characteristics of a Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy and Dog 2. What You Should Know About Puppy Teeth 3. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy 4. Are Rawhide Treats Good for Your Rhodesian Ridgeback? 5. How to Crate Train Your Rhodesian Ridgeback 6. When Should You Spay Or Neuter Your Dog? 7. When Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Makes Potty Mistakes 8. How to Teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback to Fetch 9. Make it Easier and Healthier for Feeding Your Rhodesian Ridgeback 10. When Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Has Separation Anxiety, and How to Deal With It 11. When Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Is Afraid of Loud Noises 12. How to Stop Your Rhodesian Ridgeback From Jumping Up On People 13. How to Build A Whelping Box for a Rhodesian Ridgeback or Any Other Breed of Dog 14. How to Teach Your Rhodesian Ridgeback to Sit 15. Why Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Needs a Good Soft Bed to Sleep In 16. How to Stop Your Rhodesian Ridgeback From Running Away or Bolting Out the Door 17. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy 18. How to Socialize Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy 19. How to Stop Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Dog From Excessive Barking 20. When Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Has Dog Food or Toy Aggression Tendencies 21. What you Should Know about Fleas and Ticks 22. How to Stop Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy or Dog From Biting 23. What to Expect Before and During your Dog Having Puppies 24. What the Benefits of Micro chipping Your Dog Are to You 25. How to Get Something Out of a Puppy or Dog's Belly Without Surgery 26. How to Clean Your Rhodesian Ridgeback's Ears Correctly 27. How to Stop Your Rhodesian Ridgeback From Eating Their Own Stools 28. How Invisible Fencing Typically Works to Train and Protect Your Dog 29. Some Items You Should Never Let Your Puppy or Dog Eat 30. How to Make Sure Your Dog is Eating A Healthy Amount of Food 31. Make it Easier and Healthier for Feeding Your Rhodesian Ridgeback 32. How to Clean and Groom your Rhodesian Ridgeback 33. How to Trim a Puppy or Dogs Nails Properly 34. The 5 Different Kinds of Worms that can Harm your Dog 35. How to Deworm your Rhodesian Ridgeback for Good Health 36. What You Should Know About Dog Rabies 37. Some Helpful Healthy and Tasty Homemade Dog Food Recipes 38. How to Select Treats To Train Your Dog With
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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!
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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback Training Vol 2 - Dog Training for your grown-up Rhodesian Ridgeback How to build up a unique relationship with your Rhodesian Ridgeback, using training methods which are tailor-made for your Rhodesian Ridgeback Dog training is often ... ... Confused with classic basic training of puppies ... Considered only suitable for particularly gifted dogs ... Considered too difficult to achieve without experience What constitutes dog training and why is it helpful? And how can you and your Rhodesian Ridgeback profit from the training, completely without experience? Do you sometimes have the feeling that your dog has too much energy and does not feel fully stimulated, no matter how often you walk with him? Then dog training is the right thing for you. The simple but very effective methods of physical and mental training that you will read about in this guide will help you to stimulate your Rhodesian Ridgeback, in an appropriate way for his species, while at the same time having fun. This is volume two of the Rhodesian Ridgeback training guides. Volume 1 for your Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy is also available with the title "Rhodesian Ridgeback Training: Dog Training for your Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy". The author Claudia Kaiser says about her book: "I love my dog and know how important it is to keep her occupied, even after she completed her basic training. Most dogs are not satisfied with their life as a family dog and can develop destructive characteristics. If owners would take the time to spend a few minutes every day, carrying out physical and mental training with their dogs, their situations would change dramatically. Many underestimate the potential of dog training and how it can positively change life with their dogs." Read about background information, read experience reports and obtain step-by-step instructions and secret tips which are tailor-made for your Rhodesian Ridgeback. Get your copy of this book and discover... ... How to build up a unique relationship with your Rhodesian Ridgeback ... How you can stimulate him physically and mentally in an appropriate way for his species ... And all that without previous experience in this area. In addition, you will receive an extra chapter "Fun training"!
How to raise the perfect puppy A revolution for dogs: Very few dog trainers have not been influenced by Dr. Ian Dunbar’s dog-friendly philosophy. In the 1970s, Dr. Ian Dunbar sparked a dramatic shift in puppy training — away from leash corrections and drill-sergeant adult dog training classes based on competitive obedience and toward a positive approach using toys, treats, and games as rewards for teaching basic manners, preventing behavior problems, and modifying temperament. Before Dr. Dunbar there were no classes for puppy training, very few family dog classes, and not much fun in dog training. His positive approach revolutionized the dog training field, especially puppy training. Raising a great dog: Now, in Before and After Getting Your Puppy, Dr. Ian Dunbar combines his two popular puppy training manuals into one indexed, value-priced hardcover dog training book. In clear steps, with helpful photos and easy-to-follow puppy training milestones, he presents a structured yet playful and humorous plan for raising a wonderful dog. Dr. Dunbar’s guide is based around six developmental milestones: Your doggy education Evaluating puppy’s progress Errorless housetraining and chewtoy-training Socialization with People Learning bite inhibition The world at large Fans of The Art of Raising a Puppy, Training the Best Dog Ever, or Zak George’s Dog Training Revolution, will love Ian Dunbar’s Before and After Getting Your Puppy.
Known for its speed and strength, the handsome Rhodesian Ridgeback is also a wonderful companion dog. In addition to comprehensive advice on how to select a Ridgeback puppy, feeding, grooming and training, you will learn how to burn off some of this active dog's energy.
