Pet Training

How To Train Your Dog with Love + Science presents a modern and science-based approach to dog training, showing how behavior can be changed without coercion and force. Annie Grossman, a journalist-turned-dog trainer, breaks down what positive reinforcement actually is and makes the case that "good dog training" may even be a window into understanding ourselves.

Crate Training for Puppies gives you a proven step-by-step method to crate train your puppy in two to four weeks, even if you’ve already made mistakes or your pup seems impossible. No fluff, no outdated methods—just clear, compassionate guidance from someone who’s been there at 3 a.m. with a crying puppy and found what really works. Two weeks of effort now can prevent months of stress later.

More than 15 years ago, Tamar Geller began her career as a dog trainer by observing a scientific study of wolves in the wild. She realized that the socialization and parenting techniques they used to raise their cubs were rooted in bonding, communication, and play: not in aggression, dominance, or punishment. If people used these techniques when training their dogs, she realized, there would be no need for prong collars, choke chains, or any kind of physical or verbal aggression.

The star of Animal Planet’s It’s Me or the Dog reveals how to both interpret and “speak” the hidden language of dogs. Recent studies into the minds of canines show that they have a rich social intelligence and a physical and vocal language as complex and subtle as our own. In this...

Providing everything you need to know about raising and training strong, healthy horses, this all-inclusive guide will take you from being a novice to expert handler in no time.

Unlock the secrets of a truly happy and healthy cat with The Cat Companion — a full-length, heartfelt guide for cat lovers who want to do more than just feed and shelter their feline friend. This isn’t your typical how-to book filled with generic advice and technical jargon. Instead, it’s a practical, easy-to-follow companion designed to help you understand the why behind your cat’s behavior, needs, and unique quirks.

Training your dog or puppy in obedience is one of the most beneficial things you can do for them. Obedience training should be enjoyable and gratifying for both you and your dog. It teaches your dog to listen and behave appropriately, but it also builds a bond between you and your dog that elevates your communication skills and relationship to new heights. The more time you spend with your dog, the more familiar you will become with him and his habits. Dog obedience training establishes a strong bond between the dog and the owner.

Join Marian and Ana as they travel through a zoo full of magical, mythical creatures, where good training allows for better care of the animals as well as safety for the trainers and public education. Learn about positive reinforcement with some of the most fantastic beasts ever seen—and then try the same techniques with your pets at home!

Reveals the principles of the secret language of the animal kingdom to help you communicate with your pet and read their signals Offers cutting-edge, unique solutions to everyday canine problems by looking at behavioral issues through the lens of your pet’s emotions Shares training...

In this revealing book, based on the revolutionary teachings of the Mexican American “Leader of the Pack” Cesar Millan, as well as those of the Austrian zoologist Karl Lorenz, better known as “The Father of Pack Leadership”, you will discover five proven ways to claim your role as your dog’s pack leader, the natural cause behind the dependence of dogs on their masters, how to use the principles of dog psychology to improve your training, nine basic obedience commands you can easily teach your dog today, and more.

Natural Dog Training is about how dogs see the world and what this means in regards to training. The first part of this book presents a theory for the social behavior of canines, featuring the drive to hunt, not the pack instincts, as seminal to canine behavior. The second part reinterprets how dogs actually learn. The third section presents exercises and handling techniques to put this theory into practice with a puppy. The final section sets forth a training program with a special emphasis on coming when called.

If I had a dollar for every email I get asking "what to do" to make a riding horse out of the mare Uncle Emo just traded for the old RV - or how to retrain a horse that's grown rusty - or some version on either theme, I'd be the world's first gazillionaire. With the publication of this book, I'm hoping to grab that distinction.

This one-stop instruction manual is the essential companion to your lovable Chow Chow. In this audiobook, we cover everything you should know from buying a new puppy through to old age, and how best to look after your precious Chow Chow dog.

In engaging chapters filled with empathy for both the beleaguered humans and their confused puppies, Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog paves the way for a rewarding friendship between a relaxed, well-prepared human and a canine family member who's happily at ease in our world.

Getting your dog to calm down and relax is one of the most common challenges pet parents face. This two-part book will help you first identify the factors that cause this kind of behavior in dogs, then it provides you with eleven key training exercises to teach your dog how to calm down, pay attention to you, relax, and respond to every day situations with confidence and composure.

The Puppy Head Start is the complete guide to selecting, raising, and training the puppy of your dreams!

In this guide, I would like to give you an insight into keeping, raising and training your horse as a partner. The focus will be on the factor of natural handling. Basic theoretical knowledge will be conveyed with corresponding practical suggestions. Meanwhile, topics such as communication between humans and horses and species-appropriate husbandry will be addressed. Newcomers to the field of riding will gain an extensive insight into the mindset of the four-legged friends and equestrian "know-how".

An essential companion to your lovable Dachshund, this guide covers everything you should know about Dachshunds, from buying a new puppy to dealing with old age and how best to look after your precious dog.

Are you struggling to understand your cat’s behavior, or wondering if training a cat is even possible? Discover the secrets to raising a well-behaved, happy cat at every stage of life - from playful kittens to independent adults and wise seniors. This comprehensive guide is your ticket to building a deeper, more meaningful bond with your feline companion while fostering behaviors that make your cat a joy to live with.

This one-stop "instruction manual" is the essential companion to your lovable Schnoodle, covering everything you should know from buying a new puppy through to old age and how best to look after your precious Schnoodle, including three in-depth top breeder interviews packed with advice and tips.