num_pages: 237
description: In the world of dogs there is now more awareness than ever of the need to provide enrichment especially in shelters. But what exactly is enrichment? The concept is pretty straightforward: learn what your dogs needs are and then structure an environment and routine that allows them to engage in behaviors they find enriching. To truly enrich your dogs life you should offer them opportunities to engage in natural or instinctual behaviors. Aside from the limitations we have to place on a dog in todays modern busy world the biggest constraint to enriching your dogs life is your imagination!What the experts say about Canine Enrichment:Dont let the word enrichment in the title fool you into thinking that the scope of this book is too narrow or not something you will find valuable. It focuses comprehensively on meeting your dogs needs and is written in a holistic science-based practical straightforward and easy-to-understand way. I love this book!Ken Ramirez author of Animal Training: Successful Animal Management Through Positive ReinforcementCanine Enrichment is a deep dive into what dogs really need and how we can provide it. Its a great book for dog lovers who want to go beyond the standard superficialities of dogs need exercise. Just the chapter on agency is worth the price of the book!Patricia McConnell Ph.D. CAAB Emeritus author of The Other End of the Leash and The Education of WillThe scope of this book is ambitious and the authors deliver navigating the subject of enrichment with depth and relevance. Caregivers will gain critically important perspectives and practical information to improve the lives of their animals.Susan G. Friedman Ph.D. Professor Emeritus Utah State University and founder of Behavior Works LLCAllie Bender CDBC CPDT-KA SBA and Emily Strong CDBC CPBT-KA SBA are certified behavior consultants who work with all companion animal species. They co-founded and operate Pet Harmony LLC and First Train Home.
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title: Canine Enrichment for the Real World: Making It a Part of Your Dog's Daily Life
publisher: Dogwise Publishing