It is an in depth look into the dogs mind and how they think. I guarentee there are things in there you never thought about and never would have figured out on your own. By mistaking territoriality for spite, dominant behavior for love, and making other false interpretations, owners often respond inappropriately to their dog's behavior. This book combines fact, practical experience, sensitivity and tolerance to help owners build better relationships with their dogs. Offering insight into the lives and habits of dogs, wolves, and dingoes, a collection of case stories illustrate basic philosophies for canine happiness and their human-like emotions and relationships.
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It is fun, exciting, compelling reading, even if protection work is not a goal but simply a fascination. Joel McMains is a professional dog trainer with a background in canine applications for law enforcement. Now Karen Pryor clearly explains the underlying principles of behavioral training and through numerous fascinating examples reveals how this art can be applied to virtually any common situation. 8 methods for putting an end to all kinds of undesirable behavior. This is an excellent book for trainers who want to get precise, happy work from any dog.