Pet Training

Covering everything from specific breed traits, to training, to old age and end of life care, this guide will walk you through what you and your dog need to be happy and healthy. Owning this breed can come with its own set of joys and frustrations, and this definitive guide will let you know you're not alone. It's okay to be frustrated at times with this hard-headed breed, because the rewards of owning one are well worth the struggle.

The “Leave It” command is one of the most important skills a dog can learn. It teaches impulse control and ensures safety by preventing your dog from grabbing dangerous or unwanted items. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for teaching “Leave It,” incorporating clicker training, and addressing common challenges.

The Underdogs tells the story of Karen Shirk, felled at age 24 by a neuromuscular disease and facing life as a ventilator-dependent, immobile patient, who was turned down by every service dog agency in the country because she was "too disabled". Her nurse encouraged her to tone down the suicidal thoughts, find a puppy, and raise her own service dog. Karen did this, and Ben, a German shepherd, dragged her back into life.

We recently toilet trained our little ball of fur, Princess Peanut, and now we can enjoy a litter-box-free, fresh-smelling home. In the process we have saved plenty of money, and we can avoid those unwanted arguments about whose turn it is to clean up after the cat. Know the best part about all of this? We completed the entire process in less than three months! Yes, that's right. Less than three months. We're so proud of our little Princess Peanut that we want to share our experience with you.

This guidebook has all the basics covered. From helping your puppy to learn the basic commands of obedience to helping them not bite others and even the proper care that you need to give to the puppy to help them to stay healthy, everything is covered. You will find that it is pretty easy to train your puppy as long as you use the tips in this book and learn how to remain consistent all the time.

Sie möchten sich in jeder Alltagssituation blind auf Ihren besten Freund verlassen können? Wohlbefinden, Beschäftigung und Ausgeglichenheit Ihres Vierbeiners liegen Ihnen am Herzen? Und zusätzlich wollen Sie für eine liebevolle, enge und zuverlässige Verbindung sorgen? Dann schnappen Sie sich dieses Hörbuch und starten Sie mit Ihrer Fellnase ins Abenteuer! Auf Zuruf zu Ihnen kommen, bei Begegnungen ruhig bleiben, auf Kommando ins Auto steigen oder stillhalten – klar, ohne solche Grundlagen lässt sich der Alltag mit einem Hund nicht gut bewältigen.

Man's best friend. Through laughter, tears, and moments of reflection, listeners are invited to join Mann on a journey of love, loss, and the enduring bond between humans and dogs. Whether you're seeking insights into dog training tricks, easy-to-follow methods, or clicker training techniques, this easy dog training book is your comprehensive guide. Top dog training. Discover the joy of teaching your dog new tricks and strengthen your bond through simple yet effective training methods.

Goldens are charming fur-balls of energy! These magical guys and gals become part of the family and teach us more than imaginable. They are loyal, intelligent, friendly, and change their owners lives forever. Un-trained goldens can be a little...“ruff” around the edges though! The breeds combination of high-energy and friendliness can easily lead to over-excitement. Jumping on strangers out of joy, chewing on pillows or your kids homework are just some of the issues inexperienced owners run into.

Tie-down roping is a tough competitive sport that is thrilling to watch and compete in. Learning the ropes as a beginner can be challenging, so we are going to lay it all out for you. There is information in this book for everyone, from professionals all the way to the very beginner just starting the process of learning the ropes. We cover everything about the sport of tie-down roping, from learning how to rope, the sanctioning bodies, a brief history of the event, and the tools of the trade you will need to learn and succeed.

Training your dog to lie down on command is an essential behaviour that can help you maintain control in various situations, such as when you need your dog to settle down or stay calm. Teaching your dog the Down command not only provides you with better control but also helps your dog understand appropriate behaviour in different settings. This guide will take you step-by-step through the process of training your dog to lie down, using positive reinforcement methods, including clicker training. Enjoy your time training your dog!

Whether you're a first-time dog owner or an experienced pet parent, this book will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to raise a well-behaved and well-adjusted Doodle companion.

Including real-life case studies, a breakdown of all the theory, and a treasure trove of handy dos and don'ts, you'll not only shape up your four-legged friend, but also, sustain lasting, life-long results. Grab some treats, a squeaker, and a long (ish) lead, and let Leon turn you into the ultimate dog behaviourist, right from the comfort of your own den!

Give your dog the best start to life with Dr Scott Miller's guide to raising the perfect puppy. All your questions are answered and concerns quelled with this friendly and authoritative guide to puppy care, which also contains features on puppy psychology and debunking popular myths. Follow Puppy Parenting's clear chronological format and learn what to expect at each stage of your pet's development, as well as how you can deal with behavioural and health issues.

AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is about much more than teaching the basics such as sit, down and come. It includes practical information about introducing your puppy to the world, house-training (including using a crate), health care, advice from nationally recognized breed experts, what to expect at every developmental stage and the right time to start home and group training.

Dogs and humans share a unique relationship even though we are completely different from them, with every distinguishable trait different as a result of evolution. You can develop, grow, and take your dog training and care skills to the next level if you know how. This is one of the best three “dog training and care” books out there! It stands out among the other dog training books because it provides information from a professional dog trainer who learned from personal experiences and the wealth of knowledge of other dog trainers.

Margaret Winslow met midlife agita not head-on, but ass-on, fulfilling a childhood curiosity about donkeys by answering a for-sale ad in the American Donkey and Mule Society's magazine, The Brayer. Hilarity ensues, alongside life-threatening injuries and spirit-enriching insight.... As listeners walk with Winslow and Caleb the donkey through training traumas, expert-baffling antics, and humiliating races, they also share in the author's gradual understanding of Caleb's true, undeniable gifts: a willingness to "speak truth to power", to trust, and to forgive.

One sparkling summer day, Jill Abramson brought home a nine-week-old golden retriever named Scout. Over the following year, as she and her husband raised their adorable new puppy, Abramson wrote a hugely popular column for The New York Times's website about the joys and challenges of training this rambunctious addition to their family. Dog-lovers from across the country inundated her with e-mails and letters, and the photos they sent in of their own dogs became the most visited photo album on the Times's site in 2009.

Transform your dog's behavior, deepen your bond, and unleash their full potential with our comprehensive DIY dog training guide. This book offers practical, step-by-step instructions tailored to your pet's unique needs, making it perfect for all dogs.

Your dog wants to make you happy—and when you discover the power of positive reinforcement, you’ll unlock a whole new world of training success. Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy, helping a rescue adjust, or tackling bad habits in a long-time companion, this guide will help you transform your dog’s behavior. Becoming a dog whisperer is simpler than you think—it’s all about connection. Every dog wants to please their people, and positive reinforcement makes that connection clear, rewarding good behavior and building trust with every command.

This is a book for the enlightened dog owners - a groundbreaking, "whole-dog" approach to raising a puppy, from the halls of one of the most prestigious and pioneering veterinary schools in the world. Nowhere else will readers find this whole-dog approach, a unique combination of training, behavior, and health care.