The Midnight Dog Walkers

Author : Annie Phenix
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2016-03-29
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781621871187

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The Midnight Dog Walkers by Annie Phenix Pdf

Aggression is a subject that no dog owner wants to talk about, but one that many owners have to face. Statistics show that aggression is not only the most serious problem in dogs but also the top reason for owners to seek out professional help for their pets. Left unchecked, an aggressive dog can become a dangerous dog, and this informative volume comes to the aid of many heartbroken owners who feel that they have tried everything to correct their dogs' unpredictable and inappropriate behavior. Author and certified dog trainer Annie Phenix shares her belief that many reactive dogs can be rehabilitated with the right training, and she offers her expertise in positive, force-free training methods to desperate owners who have resorted to extreme measures to keep their dogs away from other people and animals.Inside The Midnight Dog Walkers:Stories and practical examples from the author based on aggressive dogs she's trained and ownedBehavioral warning signs that owners should recognizeDefinitions of different types of aggression and why they occurTips on how to handle a potentially aggressive or aggressive dogThe author's force-free training philosophy and how she applies it with her clients to effect positive changesPopular myths and misconceptions about training these "grumpy growlers"

Author : Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2009-02-19
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780307489180

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The Other End of the Leash by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D. Pdf

Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.

Author : Tom Mitchell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-12
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 191048847X

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How To Be A Concept Trainer by Tom Mitchell Pdf

Author : Michael Schaffer
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2009-03-31
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781429962728

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One Nation Under Dog by Michael Schaffer Pdf

A witty, insightful, and affectionate examination of how and why we spend billions on our pets, and what this tells us about ourselves In 2003, Michael Schaffer and his wife drove to a rural shelter and adopted an emaciated, dreadlocked Saint Bernard who they named Murphy. They vowed that they'd never become the kind of people who send dogs named Baxter and Sonoma out to get facials, or shell out for $12,000 hip replacements. But then they started to get weird looks from the in-laws: You hired a trainer? Your vet prescribed antidepressants? So Schaffer started poking around and before long happened on an astonishing statistic: the pet industry, estimated at $43 billion this year, was just $17 billion barely a decade earlier. One Nation Under Dog is about America's pet obsession—the explosion, over the past generation, of an industry full of pet masseuses, professional dog-walkers, organic kibble, leash-law militants, luxury pet spas, veterinary grief counselors, upscale dog shampoos, and the like: a booming economy that is evidence of tremendous and rapid change in the status of America's pets. Schaffer provides a surprising and lively portrait of our country—as how we treat our pets reflects evolving ideas about domesticity, consumerism, politics, and family—through this fabulously reported and sympathetic look at both us and our dogs.

Author : John Fisher
Publisher : Souvenir Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1999-04-18
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780285639362

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Why Does My Dog...? by John Fisher Pdf

Have you ever asked: Why does my dog bark when left alone? Jump up at visitors? Pull on the lead? This practical and authoritative book from a leading dog expert gives you all the answers and explains how to change problem behaviour - without resorting to punishment. Using your dog's psychology, the instincts it has inherited from his wolf ancestors, John Fisher provides a fascinating insight into the roots of a dog's behaviour. Written with both dog and owner in mind, this is the essential book for anyone seeking a greater understanding of their furry friend.

Author : Annie Phenix
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2023-06-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781621871996

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Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs by Annie Phenix Pdf

A comprehensive guide that gives hope to dog owners, this aggressive dog training manual will help you turn your dog’s behavior around and solve substantial issues. Featuring cruelty free and positive behavior training methods and exercises with step-by-step instructions and illustrations to rehabilitate unwanted aggression, barking, timidity, fear, reactivity, and other problem behaviors, this must-have guide also includes real-life case studies and interviews with top trainers, behaviorists, and veterinarians. With detailed sections covering an array of topics, this resource covers a ton of ground to help you overcome problematic habits present in your rescue dog and will show you how to train an aggressive dog.

Author : Sonya Hartnett
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09-13
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780763656324

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The Midnight Zoo by Sonya Hartnett Pdf

Master storyteller Sonya Hartnett crafts a magical and moving fable about war and redemption . . . and what it means to be free. When the Germans attack their Romany encampment during World War II, Andrej and his younger brother, Tomas, flee through a ravaged countryside under cover of darkness, guarding a secret bundle. Their journey leads to a bombed-out town, where the boys discover a hidden wonder: a zoo filled with creatures in need of hope. Like Andrej and Tomas, the animals--wolf and eagle, monkey and bear, lioness and seal, kangaroo and llama-- have stories to share and a mission to reclaim their lives.

Author : Laura VanArendonk Baugh CPDT-KA KPACTP
Publisher : Æclipse Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2013-12-10
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780985934934

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Fired Up, Frantic, and Freaked Out by Laura VanArendonk Baugh CPDT-KA KPACTP Pdf

"I’m loving it! Laura has managed not only to write a clear and incredibly important book, she’s really funny too! Her way of writing, the images in her language, and the diagrams make this book really stand out; there’s no way to misunderstand the concepts she’s presenting." —Emelie Johnson Vegh, co-author of Agility Right from the Start Some dogs need a little help. Some dogs are afraid, or excited, or reactive. Dogs that “don’t listen” and “go crazy” don’t live the lives we—or they—want. Fired Up, Frantic, and Freaked Out can change that. Simple steps and an accessible, conversational tone from award-winning, internationally-known trainer Laura VanArendonk Baugh CPDT-KA KPACTP make calming the agitated dog not only possible, but pleasant. Inside you’ll learn how to: - Achieve change in short, simple training sessions of a minute or less - Maximize the effects of natural brain chemistry - Know when to call in medical help - “Clean up” unreliable behaviors in both overexcited sport dogs and pets at home - Recognize how fear, aggression, and excitement are variants of the same root problem The conversational tone is both informative and fun—very accessible, and it feels like the reader has a consulting trainer standing at her shoulder! Bring your dog from emotional to thoughtful, and enjoy a calmer, more enriched life with your best friend.

Author : Glenn Plaskin
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2010-09-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781599953854

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Katie Up and Down the Hall by Glenn Plaskin Pdf

A personal memoir by bestselling author and celebrity journalist Glenn Plaskin, KATIEis a moving story about a man who discovers the true meaning of family after adopting a cocker spaniel puppy. Through the magnetic personality of his mischievous dog, the author soon makes powerful connections with several of his down-the-hall neighbors in a high-rise located in the unique Battery Park City neighborhood of Lower Manhattan. First, Katie trots into the lives of Pearl and Arthur, a warm-hearted elderly couple just a few doors down from Glenn. Later, John, a single Dad, and his rambunctious young son, Ryan, also move in and are seduced by Katie's charms. All of their lives are profoundly changed as they are transformed from neighbors to friends to family, with Pearl as matriarch. The motherless boy finds a "Granny"; his Dad inherits a mother, Glenn discovers a confidante. Set in New York City, we witness nearly sixteen years of antics and family adventures spanning Hollywood high times, bad health, accidents, blustery winters, even the terrors of 9/11. Through it all, the family clings to each other, sharing a deep bond that give each comfort, support and security. Based upon a widely-read article in Family Circle, here is an unforgettable story about the love that makes a family-one that transcends the hard realities of time, tragedy, and inevitable loss.

Author : Allie Bender,Emily Strong
Publisher : Dogwise Publishing
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2019-11-08
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781617812736

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Canine Enrichment for the Real World by Allie Bender,Emily Strong Pdf

In the world of dogs, there is now more awareness than ever of the need to provide enrichment, especially in shelters. But what exactly is enrichment? The concept is pretty straightforward: learn what your dog’s needs are, and then structure an environment and routine that allows them to engage in behaviors they find enriching. To truly enrich your dog’s life, you should offer them opportunities to engage in natural or instinctual behaviors. Aside from the limitations we have to place on a dog in today’s modern, busy world, the biggest constraint to enriching your dog’s life is your imagination! What the experts say about Canine Enrichment: Don’t let the word “enrichment” in the title fool you into thinking that the scope of this book is too narrow or not something you will find valuable. It focuses comprehensively on meeting your dog’s needs and is written in a holistic, science-based, practical, straightforward, and easy-to-understand way. I love this book! Ken Ramirez, author of Animal Training: Successful Animal Management Through Positive Reinforcement Canine Enrichment is a deep dive into what dogs really need and how we can provide it. It’s a great book for dog lovers who want to go beyond the standard superficialities of “dogs need exercise.” Just the chapter on agency is worth the price of the book! Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., CAAB Emeritus, author of The Other End of the Leash and The Education of Will The scope of this book is ambitious and the authors deliver, navigating the subject of enrichment with depth and relevance. Caregivers will gain critically important perspectives and practical information to improve the lives of their animals. Susan G. Friedman, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Utah State University, and founder of Behavior Works, LLC

Author : Jean Donaldson
Publisher : Dogwise Publishing
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Aggressive behavior in animals
ISBN : 9781617810268

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Fight! by Jean Donaldson Pdf

Author : Kathryn Donahue
Publisher : North Star Editions, Inc.
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781635839036

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The Dog Walker's Diary by Kathryn Donahue Pdf

Just as Scheherazade told tales each night to a sleepless king with no love in his heart, Annie Doherty leaves stories on the kitchen counter of Daniel Ashe, an insomniac who believes he is incapable of falling in love.

Author : Phil Cousineau
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2013-12-16
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781936740772

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Burning the Midnight Oil by Phil Cousineau Pdf

In Burning the Midnight Oil, word-wrangler extraordinaire Phil Cousineau has gathered an eclectic and electric collection of soulful poems and prose from great thinkers throughout the ages. Whether beguiling readers with glorious poetry or consoling them with prayers from fellow restless souls, Cousineau can relieve any insomniac's unease. From St. John of the Cross to Annie Dillard, Beethoven to The Song of Songs, this refreshingly insightful anthology soothes and inspires all who struggle through the dark of the night. These "night thoughts" vividly illustrate Alfred North Whitehead's liberating description of "what we do without solitude" and also evoke Henry David Thoreau's reverie, "Our truest life is when we are in dreams awake." The night writers in Cousineau's vesperal collection range from saints, poets, and shamans to astronomers and naturalists, and tells of ancient tales and shining passages from the most brilliant (albeit insomniac) writers of today. These poetic ponderances sing of the falling darkness, revel in dream-time, convey the ache of melancholy, conspire against sleeplessness, vanquish loneliness, contemplate the night sky, rhapsodize on love, and languorously greet the first rays of dawn. Notable night owls include Rabandranath Tagore, Mary Oliver, Manley Hopkins, Jorge Borges and William Blake.

Author : Judi McCoy
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2011-03-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101477359

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Begging for Trouble by Judi McCoy Pdf

When Ellie, New York City's most enterprising dog walker, goes to see one of her clients perform in a show, the screams aren't just for the fantastic dance numbers... A murder happens backstage, and the only witness is a dog named Bitsy. Taking Bitsy to a dog psychic might not be standard procedure, but it may stop a killer from biting again.

Author : Victoria Stilwell
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-19
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781607744146

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Train Your Dog Positively by Victoria Stilwell Pdf

Victoria Stilwell, positive reinforcement dog trainer and star of the hit Smithsonian Channel TV show, Dogs With Extraordinary Jobs, explains how to use her force-free, scientifically-backed training methods to solve common canine behavior problems. Victoria Stilwell, America's favorite no-nonsense trainer, has rehabilitated some of the world's most difficult dogs—and now she's revealing her scientifically proven behavioral training secrets for you to use at home. Victoria's all-new training guide shows how positive reinforcement is more effective than other methods: by changing the way your dog thinks, feels, and learns, you can actually encourage your dog to want to behave. With tips and tricks for understanding canine language, harnessing the power of reward-based training, and tapping into dogs' natural instincts, there are no hopeless cases! So get ready to boost your dog's confidence, improve your communication, and build your bond with your best friend today.