Decoding Your Dog by Amer Coll Of Veterinary Behaviorists
The board-certified specialists of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists are here to decode how dogs think, how they communicate, and how they learn in this essential dog training guide.More than 90 percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted dog behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescue groups.
The key to training dogs effectively is first to understand why our dogs do what they do. And no one can address this more authoritatively than the diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, whose expert and researched work analyze problem behaviors and correct common misconceptions.
With veterinary-approved positive training methods, expert advice on socialization, and remedies for behavior problems such as OCD and aggression, Decoding Your Dog is the must-have canine behavior guide that will challenge the way we think about man's best friend.
This comprehensive guide from leading veterinary experts offers evidence-based strategies for a better-behaved dog:
- Understand Your Dog's Mind: Go beyond simple commands to learn the science behind how your dog thinks, communicates, and perceives the world.
- Veterinary-Approved Training: Implement effective, humane, and science-backed positive reinforcement techniques recommended by board-certified specialists.
- Solve Common Behavior Problems: Find clear, actionable remedies for challenging issues, from aggression to obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
- Effective Socialization: Learn the proper way to socialize your puppy and adult dog to build confidence and prevent fear-based reactions for a lifetime.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780544334601 |
| ISBN 10 | 0544334604 |
| Title | Decoding Your Dog |
| Author | Amer Coll Of Veterinary Behaviorists |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Harvest Publications |
| Year published | 2015-01-06 |
| Number of pages | 384 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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