Make training fun and effective This friendly guide shows you how to select the right training method for your dog, based on his unique personality, to reach your desired goals. Whether you want to teach Buddy to sit or master retrieving, you'll get expert training tips and techniques for you and your dog ― to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged friend. <ul>
<li> Concentrate on canines ― discover why your dog acts the way she does, understand her nutritional needs, and ready yourself for the task of training your dog </li> <li> Prep for your pup ― prepare your home for your puppy's arrival, discover the importance of socialization, and get started on housetraining </li> <li> Put your best paw forward ― teach basic commands like Sit, Stay, and Down, and get the scoop on how to deal with doggie don'ts like chewing, digging, and excessive barking </li> <li> Take training to the next level ― get involved in organized dog activities and competitions, where you'll both show off impressive tricks like retrieving, figure 8s, and much more </li> </ul>
Open the book and find: <ul>
<li> Step-by-step instructions for teaching your dog basic commands </li> <li> Helpful advice on crate training </li> <li> Safe ways to address aggression and separation anxiety </li> <li> Tips for teaching Buddy to behave himself around people and other dogs </li> <li> Techniques to keep your senior dog feeling young </li> <li> Health issues that can interfere with training </li> <li> Experts to turn to for training help </li> </ul>
Learn to: <ul>
<li> Use positive reinforcement as an effective teaching tool </li> <li> Select the gear you need for training success </li> <li> Teach the basics including Sit, Stay, and Down </li> <li> Eliminate unwanted behavior </li> </ul>

Dog Training For Dummies

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Volhard, Wendy

Volhard, Jack

Pets & Animal Care

For Dummies

A well-trained dog is the result of education – actually, more yours than your dog’s. You need to know what makes a dog a dog: how he thinks, reacts, grows, and expresses himself; what his needs are; and most important, why he does what he does. When you understand your dog, you will achieve a mutually rewarding relationship. Dogs aren't homogeneous. Each one is unique, and in their differences lie the challenge. 
Dog Training For Dummies can help anyone who has just brought home a puppy or is thinking of getting one. Even if you have experience with dog training, you’ll find useful information for a wide variety of dog breeds and personalities. This book is also for you if <ul>
<li>You want your dog to be well behaved – for his sake as well as yours.</li> <li>You have little or no knowledge of proper dog training techniques</li> <li>You have done some reading on the subject, but have had limited success with your dog.</li> <li>Your dog is partially trained but needs to learn a few more things</li> </ul>
Find out what it takes to have a well-behaved pooch by recognizing your dog's instinctive behaviors and determining its personality profile. Understand what your expectations are and know how your attitude affects your dog's training. This handy reference guide also covers the following and more: <ul>
<li>Dealing with barking and chewing</li> <li>Coping with separation anxiety</li> <li>Housetraining a puppy</li> <li>Walking and heeling</li> <li>Retrieving on command</li> <li>Training for competitive dog titles</li> <li>Teaching your dog to be a Companion Dog</li> <li>Dealing with aggression</li> <li>Understanding your dog's health</li> <li>Going to obedience school</li> </ul>
The important thing about dog training is to get started today. The sooner you train your dog to behave the way you want him to, the sooner the two of you can live in peace together, and the more problems you can prevent down the road. So get going! Your dog will thank you for it.

That innocent face. Those sad, puppy-dog eyes. Let’s face it: puppies can make anyone’s heart melt. But without proper training, they can make even the most doting doggie moms and dads’ blood pressure soar. So before your new puppy has you jumping through hoops, stop and ask yourself, “Just who is the trainer here?” 
Dog Training for Dummies, 2nd Edition, shows you how to select the right training method for your puppy or adult dog, based on his unique personality, to reach your desired goals. Whether you want to teach Spike to sit, or want to help Rover master retrieving, this book gives training for you and your dog—to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged family member. Discover how to: <ul>
<li>Understand your dog’s mind</li> <li>Recognize why positive reinforcement training is key</li> <li>Master basic training</li> <li>Survive the puppy period</li> <li>Deal with doggie don’ts</li> <li>Seek expert outside help</li> <li>And much more</li> </ul>
With step-by-step instruction in basic commands, guidance on how to eliminate unwanted behavior, and tips for making training fun for you and your pooch, Dog Training for Dummies is packed with all the latest techniques and resources you need to make your pal a Top Dog for life.

Volhard, Joachim

Explains canine behavior, describes the advantages of having a well-trained dog, and demonstrates dog training techniques

The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One

Howell Book House

...purebred or mixed, with this book any dog can become a Canine Good Citizen.... The Volhards'...approach to training, which they call the Motivational Method,...is designed to do just that motivate the owner and the dog. The Motivational Method is grounded on a thorough knowledge of how people learn and dog behavior. Since 1983 they have authored or co-authored four major books on dog training and teaching dog Obedience classes, and have produced four video tapes. I am...pleased that they have written this book on the Canine Good Citizen. I cannot think of anyone else who could have done a better job. This book contains everything the reader needs to know about training any dog to become a Canine Good Citizen. Still, there is much more the book shares a wealth of insights for the beginner, as well as the experienced dog person. The book's best feature is that it gives each person the means to tailor the training to the individual dog's character and temperament. It thoroughly explains what makes dogs different and how these differences dictate the approach to training that needs to be taken. James E. Dearinger, AKC Vice President, Obedience The American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen program was developed to promote responsible dog ownership in a manner that would be easy for both dog and owner. Any book that promotes and encourages dog owners to participate is doing a public service, and this book does it well. ""This book is aptly named. Yes, every dog, both pure-bred dogs and mixed breeds, can be a good citizen if their owners care enough to make it happen. The key is to encourage dog owners everywhere to be responsible enough to make their dogs a pleasure to be around and able to handle most situations that they might be expected to encounter in everyday life."" Robert H. McKowen AKC Vice President, Performance Events A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One, Second Edition

Discusses alternatives to standard veterinary care, including acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic, and traditional Eastern treatments

The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog

Brown, Kerry L.

Explains the Motivational Method for dog training, a program based on a dog's primary instincts that uses positive, nonpunitive training techniques

Open and Utility Training: The Motivational Method

Science & Math

Technology

Make your buddy a top dog for life, be your Best Friend’s “Friend,” by training together. 
Obedience training is one of the most important aspects of raising a dog. In fact, a well-trained dog is a FREE dog! Why? Because a trained dog requires fewer restrictions. The more reliable the dog, the more freedom he is given. 
Dog Training for Dummies shows dog owners how to select the right training method for their puppy, adult, or senior dog. Whether you want to teach Buddy to sit or master retrieving, this hands-on guide provides training to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged family members. Eliminate unwanted behavior Find step-by-step instruction on basic commands Strengthen your bond with your dog Build communication, understanding, and mutual respect 
Based on positive reinforcement, trust, and obedience, the tips and tricks inside will help you bring out the very best in your beloved pet.\nFrom the Inside Flap\nFun and effective training techniques! 
Dog Training for Dummies, 4th Edition, shows you how to select the right training method for your puppy, adult, or senior dog. Whether you want to teach your furry friend to sit or master retrieving, this hands-on guide trains you to build a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged family members. With step-by-step instruction on basic commands, guidance on how to eliminate unwanted behavior, and tips for making training painless, Dog Training for Dummies is packed with the techniques you need to make your pal a top dog for life. 
Inside… Step-by-step training instructions Teach your dog basic commands Helpful advice on crate training Solve aggression and separation anxiety Tips for socializing your dog Keep your dog healthy at any age Use positive reinforcement tips for success\nFrom the Back Cover\nFun and effective training techniques! 
Dog Training for Dummies, 4th Edition, shows you how to select the right training method for your puppy, adult, or senior dog. Whether you want to teach your furry friend to sit or master retrieving, this hands-on guide trains you to build a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged family members. With step-by-step instruction on basic commands, guidance on how to eliminate unwanted behavior, and tips for making training painless, Dog Training for Dummies is packed with the techniques you need to make your pal a top dog for life. 
Inside… Step-by-step training instructions Teach your dog basic commands Helpful advice on crate training Solve aggression and separation anxiety Tips for socializing your dog Keep your dog healthy at any age Use positive reinforcement tips for success

Rombold-Zeigenfuse, Mary Ann

Provides information on basic commands, dog behavior, health care, nutrition, exercise, and instructions for successful housetraining and obedience training

The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Well-Trained Dog

MacMillan Distribution

A complete revision of a ground-breaking reference.
Designed to provide updated information found in the original book, as well as lots of new topics, and a new organization—this second edition is more user-friendly than ever!
Readers will get the latest on:
<ul>
<li>Healthful diets for dogs of every age and activity level</li>
<li>How to modify your dog's diet to best meet seasonal needs</li>
<li>Natural ways to keep your dog healthy throughout all stages of life</li>
<li>How to care for a dog in poor health</li>
<li>The vaccine controversy—the pros, the cons and how to sort them out * Homeopathic remedies</li>
<li>Alternative therapies, such as acupuncture, acupressure, aromatherapy, chiropractics and use of medicinal herbs</li>
</ul>

Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog

Brown D.V.M., Kerry

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Dog Training For Dummies

Dog Training For Dummies

Dog Training For Dummies

The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One

The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One, Second Edition

The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog

Open and Utility Training: The Motivational Method

Dog Training For Dummies

The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Well-Trained Dog

Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog