Does your dog have trouble controlling himself in exciting situations? Have you wondered if there's a way to improve his manners without resorting to yelling or punishment? If so, this fun-filled DVD is perfect for you!The exercises include: taking food gently from your hand; self-control around toys; good manners at mealtime; polite greeting behavior; calm behavior to be leashed for walks; waiting patiently inside when doors are opened; calm/quiet crate behavior.Step by step, as the dog learns to remain calm, we use whatever he most desires in that moment - such as an activity, attention, a toy or food - to reinforce his improved self-control.Trainer & producer, Virginia Broitman, draws on 30 years of experience to provide you with gentle techniques to modify your dog's less than desirable habits. No matter the dog's age or breed, improvement can be achieved quickly & easily!This DVD is just one in a series of positive reinforcement training DVDs co-produced by Virginia Broitman.  Please also check out "How of Bow Wow" & "Shape of Bow Wow."Praise for the DVD  ~  "Fido Refined is a well-produced DVD with a wealth of excellent information & exercises designed to help anyone whose pets have impulse control problems & want a quick & positive way to teach good behavior. Whether dealing with snapping for food, jumping on guests, lunging for toys, or impatient barking, Virginia gives step by step instructions for teaching your dog good manners. Most of the examples show dramatic improvement in just one session. The exercises are easy to follow & use, even for the beginner - including teaching children to use the exercises so they can maintain good behavior with the household pet. This is a must-have DVD for all pet owners & trainers at every experience level."  ~ Ken Ramirez, VP of Animal Training at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, & author of Animal Training: Successful Animal Management Through Positive Reinforcement