Train Your Dog, Change Your Life : An Interactive Training Program for Individuals, Families, and Their Dogs

by Ross, Maureen; Ross, Gary

• ISBN13: 9780764563195
• ISBN10: 076456319X
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2001-06-15
• Publisher: Howell Book House

Summary

This forward-looking training book provides an accessible, positive reinforcement training method to replace the obedience methods of the past. Training is essential for dogs to live peacefully and happily among humans. If you're a dog owner who seeks to build trust rather than establish dominance, you'll appreciate this approach to training that emphasizes listening, observing, relaxation, self-help, change, and games. Chapters cover lifestyle management, body language and attitude, socialization, housetraining, nutrition and exercise, grooming for health and self-esteem, creativity and games, and other important lessons.

Table of Contents

Foreword	viii
Ian Dunbar
Acknowledgments	x
Introduction	xii
SECTION ONE Relationship-Training Fundamentals	1	(52)
Creating a Safe Place	3	(6)
Understanding Canine Body Language	9	(14)
Recognizing Canine Calming Signals	23	(12)
Getting the Desired Results from Your Dog	35	(18)
SECTION TWO Relationship Training	53	(58)
Basic Training for Puppies	55	(18)
Lesson Plan: Week #1	73	(10)
Lesson Plan: Week #2	83	(8)
Lesson Plan: Week #3	91	(6)
Lesson Plan, Week #4	97	(6)
Lesson Plan, Week #5	103	(4)
Lesson Plan, Week #6	107	(4)
SECTION THREE Relationship-Training Applications	111	(58)
Housetraining	113	(10)
Socialization	123	(12)
Chewing, Barking, Digging, and Separation Anxiety	135	(16)
Using Creative Games to Train	151	(14)
Clicker Training	165	(4)
SECTION FOUR The Rest of Your Journey	169	(24)
Managing Your Dog and Your Life	171	(16)
Final Words of Wisdom	187	(6)
Recommended Readings	193	(4)
Index	197	(8)
About the Authors	205