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There are many popular dog training books to help you negotiate the shifting sands of dog obedience training and to help with behavior (or other) problems.
As soon as Fifi has made herself at home you`re going to need to begin to teach her some basic manners andobedience commands.
To help you get started with the minimum of fuss, I`ve put together a list of some of the very best books on dog training.
Most of them focus on obedience training, but I`ve included a couple of house-breaking guides as well.
Many of these are on my bookshelf, and some are `bibles` that I return to again and again. I`ve also included a handful of dog training dvd`s.
Some are stand-alone products, others are great back-up to the relevant books.
They`re all great at demonstrating proper dog training techniques and exercises, and if you`re a first-time dog owner, that little bit of extra visual help can make it all much less confusing for both you and your pup.
If you`re in a hurry, or know what you need help with, use these links to jump straight to the appropriate section...
- Basic training
- Housebreaking
- DVD`s
There are LOTS of choices out there, but I want to share my favorites.... puppy tested, owner approved!
Dog Training Books - Obedience & Manners
A well-trained dog is a joy to own, and can go anywhere with you. An untrained one can make life complicated, frustrating and messy!.
If you want a well-behaved pet, start out right by training your puppy properly right from day one. These books will get you on the right path.....
The Art of Raising a Puppy
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This is one of my all-time favorite dog training books!
As well as being an excellent, in-depth resource on everythingyou ever wanted to know about training a puppy.
It has a wealth of information on puppy development and behavior, plus the answer to all the questionsyou`ll come across as you raise your pup.
This book has been on my shelves since I brought home my German Shepherd pup, many years ago... and it`s still one I wouldn`t be without.
The monks have a wonderful approach and amazing rapport with their dogs, and their straightforward common-sense attitude fits the bill for me.
The Dog Whisperer
This is the updated version of one of the best-selling dog trainingbooks around. A very comprehensive, in-depth look at dog training, usingonly non-violent, positive training methods.
It"s a well-written, informative book, packed with advice andinstructions to help you successfully train your puppy firmly butcompassionately.
Includes fun training games and helpful illustrations.
This is one of the especially useful dog training books for owners with a shy or anxious puppy.
The training methods work beautifully on these types of dogs.
A good all-round introduction to positive dog training, and another of my personal favorites.
Imagine Life with a
Well-Behaved Dog
This is a practical dog training book which makes a great choice for first-time puppy parents, and even experienced dog owners can find "nuggets" of wisdom in here.
The author"s breezy, friendly style makes it an easy read and there are lots of step-by-step directions to follow.
Along with straightforward training advice, there are also lots of `extras` in here.
Including things like tips on making sure you adapt your training and communication style to your individual pup`s personality, advice on exercise requirements and how to prevent problem behaviors from getting started.
Dog Training For Dummies
The straightforward style and gentle humor of the "For Dummies" series make them some of my favorite books, no matter what the subject!
This one doesn"t disappoint either.
A very readable book, packed full of practical (and priceless) step-by-step tips and advice
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Covers a wide range of topics including diet, socialization, behavior, basic obedience and manners, and it even gives advice on advanced formal obedience for owners who want to keep going.
My Smart Puppy
(Book & DVD)
In this easy to read book, you"ll find that the
The writing style, and use of simple, straightforward terms,makes this dog training book very readable.
It shows you exactly how toraise and train a happy, well adjusted dog.
There`s no need to be nervous, or feel intimidated by the thought of puppy training.
With this book by your side, it doesn`t have to be a challenge.
In fact, it can be a lot of fun for both you and your puppy, and play a huge role in building a strong, healthy pup/owner relationship.
An added bonus for new puppy parents, is the DVD that comes with the book.
It clearly demonstrates the simple, effective training exercises, which is a great help - especially if you`re new to all this puppy training stuff :)
Training A Pint-Sized Companion
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Little dogs have their own special needs in all sorts of areas, and dog training is no exception.
The information, tips and training techniques in this lovely book , are specifically designed with the pint-sized pooch in mind.
Tiny dogs can be wriggly, defiant and sometimes seem to have theattention span of a gnat!
They"re also fragile, sensitive littlecreatures...
With the same practical, down-to-earth approach as the book featured above, this dvd shows you how to show your pet what you expect by using positive rewards-based training.
You can use this alone to successfully teach basic obedience and manners, but if you buy it in addition to the book you will be prepared for anything your pup can send your way!
Raising"" Your Dog
with the Monks
of New Skete
The Art of Raising A Puppy is probably is one of my all-time favorite dog training books, and this dvd set makes the perfect companion for it.
There are 2 dvd"s and the first one focuses on the the monks attitudes and philosophy when it comes to training.
The scenery, music and "ambience" make it truly enjoyable (and those gorgeous GSD"s don"t hurt!)
The second dvd focuses on the actual training techniques and being able to see the advice in the book "in action" is a big plus for new owners.
As with the Paul Owen"s "Dog Whisperer" DVD I"d recommend buying this as an accompaniment to the book for maximum results.
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