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TALES OF TWO SPECIES. ESSAYS ON LOVING AND LIVING WITH DOGS, by Patricia McConnell
Item: DTB1038
New from Dogwise Publishing! Join best-selling author Patricia McConnell in looking at the behavioral interactions of dogs and people and how the similarities and differences between us impact our relationships.
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GOOD DOG! KIDS TEACH KIDS ABOUT DOG BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING, by Evelyn Pang & Hilary Louie
Item: DTB1029
What is it that kids need to know about dogs? How to be safe around dogs, how to recognize what a dog is doing, and how to learn the right way to train a dog are three good places to start. And of course its really cool if the authors understand kids and speak their language, which in the case of Good Dog! they do because the authors are kids themselves. A fun and educational book on dogs, written by kids for kids!
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FROM HOOFBEATS TO DOGSTEPS. A LIFE OF LISTENING TO AND LEARNING FROM ANIMALS, by Rachel Page Elliott
Item: DEG867
Born to a loving and educated New England family, Rachel Page Elliott, known to all as Pagey, was encouraged to develop her interests and talents wherever they would lead her. And lead her they did, to a life-long fascination with animals, first to horses, then to dogs. Each passion created adventures and opportunities that make her life story so fascinating.
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DOG BREEDERS PROFESSIONAL SECRETS. ETHICAL BREEDING PRACTICES, by Sylvia Smart
Item: DG223
Becoming a dog breeder is a significant undertaking. And there is so much more you need to know to be a successful breeder beyond just knowing how to whelp and raise puppies. Dog Breeders Professional Secrets goes well beyond other books to tell you what it takes to be a successful and ethical dog breeder. Sylvia Smart shares her real-life experiences (both good and bad) and explores dozens of issues that a prospective breeder must consider to build a high quality dog breeding business.
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PLAY TOGETHER, STAY TOGETHER, by Patricia McConnell and Karen London
Item: DTB1028
Play is powerful stuff, and it has a profound influence on your relationship with your dog. This engagingly written booklet shows how play can enhance your relationship with your dog, improve your dog’s responsiveness, and provide your dog with the mental and physical exercise he or she needs.
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THE DOG TRAINER'S RESOURCE 2 - APDT CHRONICLE OF THE DOG COLLECTION, by Mychelle Blake, Editor
Item: DTB1020
When the first volume of The Dog Trainer’s Resource was published in 2007, it became a resounding success among professional dog trainers and behaviorists. This new volume, The Dog Trainer’s Resource 2, contains more cutting edge information written for dog trainers collected from dog training’s most influential magazine, The APDT Chronicle of the Dog, published by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Subjects covered in this book range from puppy training and socialization to working with veterinarians and how to run the business end of the leash.
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PLAY WITH YOUR DOG, by Pat Miller
Item: DTB1011
In her newest book, Pat Miller explores the role and benefits of play between you and your dog - and between dogs. Play behaviors have important learning and health benefits that help dogs become well-adjusted members of both their canine and human families. Pat includes dozens of game ideas collected from trainers all over the country you can try out with your dog(s).
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THE ETHICAL DOG TRAINER. A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR CANINE PROFESSIONALS, by Jim Barry
Item: DTB1010
Author Jim Barry dives deep into the ethical questions frequently faced by dog trainers and offers up a systematic approach to helping trainers resolve difficult dilemmas. The goal of this book is to help all dog trainers raise the quality of choices and make things better for clients and dogs.
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OH BEHAVE! DOGS FROM PAVLOV TO PREMACK TO PINKER, by Jean Donaldson
Item: DTB965
Jean Donaldson brings her considerable wisdom - and wit - to a wide variety of topics of interest to dog trainers and enthusiasts in this book from Dogwise Publishing. In 55 essays, Jean tackles issues ranging from the nature vs nurture debate, to the role of dominance in domestic dogs, to what are the most effective ways to train dogs. Along with her other best selling books, Oh Behave! is destined to be a classic in the literature on dog behavior.
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CANINE BEHAVIOR - A PHOTO ILLUSTRATED HANDBOOK, by Barbara Handelman
Item: DTB1005
Dogs have deliberate, subtle, and often humorous ways of expressing themselves. Canine Behavior - A Photo Illustrated Handbook includes 1,000 images of dogs, wolves, coyotes, and foxes. It was created for everyone interested in dogs—pet owners, trainers, veterinarians, ethologists, and behaviorists. Using the interdisciplinary language of photography, Barbara Handelman illustrates and explains canine behavior and communication. Her book establishes a common understanding and vocabulary for people interested in, and working with, dogs.
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GETTING A GRIP ON AGGRESSION CASES: PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR DOG TRAINERS, by Nicole Wilde
Item: DTO243
There is a lot more to working with aggression cases than mastering methods and techniques. In her practical, down-to-earth, and often humorous style, Nicole Wilde presents all the other information trainers need to know in order to work effectively, safely, and successfully with aggressive dogs.
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IN SEARCH OF THE TRUTH ABOUT DOGS DVD - AN INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL CANINE HEALTH, by Catherine O'Driscoll
Item: CDN221
Learn about the most recent developments in the natural pet health care movement from well known international experts. Dr. Christopher Day, British Veterinary Homeopath and author explains how over-vaccination causes sometimes fatal health problems in our companion animals and how to avoid these problems. Dr. Michael Fox, U.S. and British Veterinarian and author of Dog Body, Dog Mind and Healing Touch for Dogs explains how contaminated ingredients got into hundreds of pet food brands in the United States in 2007 causing the death and suffering of thousands of animals.
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GET CONNECTED WITH YOUR DOG BOOK with DVD, by Brenda Aloff
Item: DTB999
Getting connected with your dog allows you to build a relationship in which learning can flourish and the needs of both the dog and the owner are met. Find out how much easier it is to train your dog when he understands what you want and is in "frontbrain" mode! Includes a DVD with exercises to build you training skills.
NOTE: The DVD is located inside the back cover of the book.
Use exercises shown in the accompanying DVD (90 Mins) to build your skill and confidence as a trainer.
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BARKING: THE SOUND OF A LANGUAGE, by Turid Rugaas
Item: DTB989
Barking is one of the many ways dogs communicate with each other and with humans. In this new book, author Turid Rugaas, well known for her work on identifying and utilizing canine “calming signals,” turns her attention to understanding and managing barking behavior. If you can identify what your dog is expressing when he barks, you can take steps to minimize the negative effects of barking in cases where you find it a problem.
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POSITIVE PERSPECTIVES 2: KNOW YOUR DOG, TRAIN YOUR DOG, by Pat Miller
Item: DTB984
Dogwise Publishing is pleased to reunite again with Pat Miller for the publication of her second volume of Positive Perspectives, a collection of her recent articles. This collection is more advanced than volume one, with particular emphasis on understanding the latest in canine behavioral research so that you can become a more effective trainer and/or owner.
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FOCUS NOT FEAR: TRAINING INSIGHTS FROM A REACTIVE DOG CLASS, by Ali Brown
Item: DTB956
Using innovative techniques, Ali Brown details her successful methods for professional dog trainers ready to take on the challenge of rehabilitating reactive dogs. This should be fascinating reading for all dog trainers.
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PERFECT PAWS IN 5 DAYS FEATURING JEAN DONALDSON'S MODERN TRAINING METHODS DVD, by Jean Donaldson
Item: DTB957
There are many DVDs on the market that can teach you how to train your dog key basic behaviors - but there is only one featuring Jean Donaldson! And what makes this new DVD particularly valuable is that Jean teaches you how to train, so you learn skills that you can apply to other behaviors as well. If you are a trainer, you will find this DVD a great primer on how to teach your students to train basic skills in a classroom setting. If you are an owner who wants to teach your dog basic skills, you will not find a better teacher than Jean!
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HOW TO RUN A DOG BUSINESS: PUTTING YOUR CAREER WHERE YOUR HEART IS, by Veronica Boutelle
Item: DKN135
To succeed as a dog pro, you’ll need more than dog expertise—you’ll need business savvy as well. Veronica Boutelle, the industry’s top consultant, gives you the information you need to start, operate, and prosper in your chosen field. Covers dog trainers, pet sitters, dog daycares, and dog walking businesses. Maybe it's time for a new career!
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POSITIVE TRAINING FOR SHOW DOGS - BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP FOR SUCCESS, by Vicki Ronchette
Item: DSH166
Get outstanding showing results by using positive reinforcement methods including clicker training and lure/reward methods. Written by a dog show person for dog show people!
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FIGHTING DOMINANCE IN A DOG WHISPERING WORLD DVD, by Jean Donaldson and Ian Dunbar
Item: DTB966
Watch Jean Donaldson and Ian Dunbar take on the controversial and often misunderstood concept of dominance behavior in dogs. Do dogs really try to be "the boss"? Learn what science knows, and doesn't know, about canine behavior. A timely subject given the popularity of television shows featuring dogs behaving badly and trainers rehabilitating them--all within an hour!
Winner of the IIACAB Award for 2007 Best Dog Behavior DVD
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WHEN PIGS FLY - TRAINING SUCCESS WITH IMPOSSIBLE DOGS, by Jane Killion
Item: DTB919
Some breeds of dogs and mixes have a reputation as "impossible" to train. Hounds, terriers, and other breeds are often called pig-headed and even untrainable. Learn these "Pigs Fly" methods and take advantage of the natural strengths of these independent and intelligent dogs. Help your dog become a wonderful companion or a formidable canine athlete. Clicker and reward-based training that is fun to use.
Winner of The Merial Human Animal Bond Award
Winner of the 2008 Indie Book Awards for Animals/Pets
Winner of the IIACAB Award for 2007 Best Dog Book (Misc.)
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CONTROL UNLEASHED - CREATING A FOCUSED AND CONFIDENT DOG, by Leslie McDevitt
Item: DTB943
Learn how to turn stress to confidence and distraction to focus using methods that are 110% positive. Leslie McDevitt's versatile Control Unleashed program is designed to help "dogs with issues" learn how to relax, focus, and work off-leash reliably in either stimulating or stressful situations.
Winner of the IIACAB Award for 2007 Best Dog Training Book
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STRESS IN DOGS - LEARN HOW DOGS SHOW STRESS AND WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP, by Martina Scholz & Clarissa von Reinhardt
Item: DTB909
Learn how to identify and resolve more than 30 signs of stress in dogs and help your dog live a longer, happier life. Includes dozens of full color illustrations.
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THE LANGUAGE OF DOGS - UNDERSTANDING CANINE BODY LANGUAGE AND OTHER COMMUNICATION SIGNALS DVD SET, by Sarah Kalnajs
Item: DTB875P
Features a presentation and extensive footage of a variety of breeds showing hundreds of examples of canine behavior and body language. Perfect for dog owners or anyone who handles dogs or encounters them regularly while on the job.
Winner of the IIACAB Award for 2006 Best Dog Behavior DVD
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CANINE BODY LANGUAGE, A PHOTOGRAPHIC GUIDE, by Brenda Aloff
Item: DTB856
DWAA Best General Reference Book Award Winner, 2006! Never before has canine body language been so thoroughly documented with photographs and text. Hundreds of images in this almost 400 page book illustrate the incredible variety of postures, behaviors and situations that the typical dog either manifests or encounters in his day-to-day life.
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