The Misunderstood Dog

Author : Ken Foster
Publisher : Avery
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-25
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780670026203

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I'm a Good Dog by Ken Foster Pdf

Filled with inspiring stories and photographs, this heartfelt tribute to the pit bull celebrates one of America’s most popular yet misunderstood dogs. Perhaps more than any other breed, the pit bull has been dogged by negative stereotypes. In truth, pit bulls are innately wonderful family pets, as capable of love and good deeds as any other type of dog. Setting the record straight, Ken Foster sings the praises of pit bulls in I’m a Good Dog, a gorgeously illustrated, tenderly written tribute to this most misunderstood of canines. Founder of the Sula Foundation, which promotes responsible pit bull ownership in New Orleans, and the author of two acclaimed books about abandoned dogs, Foster has made it his mission to bring overlooked canines into the limelight. I’m a Good Dog traces the fascinating history of this particularly maligned breed. A century ago, the pit bull was considered a family dog, featured in family photos and trusted as loving companions for children. More recently, pit bulls have been portrayed by the media as stereotypes of everything they are not. Foster shatters that reputation through moving profiles of pit bulls that serve as therapy dogs, athletic heroes, search-and-rescue dogs, and educators, not to mention as loving pets. Foster also profiles many pit bull lovers, from Helen Keller and Dr. Seuss to actor Todd Cerveris, who took his pit bull on tour with him for the musical Spring Awakening. Proving that there’s much to love and nothing to fear, I’m a Good Dog restores the pit bull to its rightful place as friend, family member, athlete and entertainer.

Author : Jordan Rothman
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2012-11-21
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1480071323

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Dogs aren't born knowing what's considered polite in human society--nor are they secretly out to conquer the household. Dogs have concerns like: where's the ball, when's the next walk, and is there chicken on today's menu? But people often misinterpret dog behavior and the results are frustration, training that doesn't work, and more "bad" behavior. In this accessible and often humorous book, certified dog trainer and behavior counselor Jordan Rothman tells dog lovers how to take advantage of their human smarts (the only training tool they need), to be well on the way to a refined canine. In straightforward prose, the author addresses: -The myths that surround dogs and how they affect us. -The causes of common dog behavior problems, and the solutions. -How reading dog body language makes life with dogs easier. -Human tendencies that get in the way of dog training efforts. Learn how to use modern, humane, science-based dog training methods to train a dog through everyday interactions. The tools of the trade are fun, games, and play to encourage and reward behaviors you like. In one fell swoop the dog training process becomes easier, more enjoyable, and more efficient. The Misunderstood Dog is a simple, practical guide for anyone who shares a home with a pet dog, whether puppy or adult, purebred or mixed breed.

Author : Bronwen Dickey
Publisher : Knopf
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-10
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780307961761

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Pit Bull by Bronwen Dickey Pdf

The hugely illuminating story of how a popular breed of dog became the most demonized and supposedly the most dangerous of dogs—and what role humans have played in the transformation. When Bronwen Dickey brought her new dog home, she saw no traces of the infamous viciousness in her affectionate, timid pit bull. Which made her wonder: How had the breed—beloved by Teddy Roosevelt, Helen Keller, and Hollywood’s “Little Rascals”—come to be known as a brutal fighter? Her search for answers takes her from nineteenth-century New York City dogfighting pits—the cruelty of which drew the attention of the recently formed ASPCA—to early twentieth‑century movie sets, where pit bulls cavorted with Fatty Arbuckle and Buster Keaton; from the battlefields of Gettysburg and the Marne, where pit bulls earned presidential recognition, to desolate urban neighborhoods where the dogs were loved, prized—and sometimes brutalized. Whether through love or fear, hatred or devotion, humans are bound to the history of the pit bull. With unfailing thoughtfulness, compassion, and a firm grasp of scientific fact, Dickey offers us a clear-eyed portrait of this extraordinary breed, and an insightful view of Americans’ relationship with their dogs.

Author : Ken Foster
Publisher : Avery
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2012-10-25
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9780670026203

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I'm a Good Dog by Ken Foster Pdf

Filled with inspiring stories and photographs, this heartfelt tribute to the pit bull celebrates one of America’s most popular yet misunderstood dogs. Perhaps more than any other breed, the pit bull has been dogged by negative stereotypes. In truth, pit bulls are innately wonderful family pets, as capable of love and good deeds as any other type of dog. Setting the record straight, Ken Foster sings the praises of pit bulls in I’m a Good Dog, a gorgeously illustrated, tenderly written tribute to this most misunderstood of canines. Founder of the Sula Foundation, which promotes responsible pit bull ownership in New Orleans, and the author of two acclaimed books about abandoned dogs, Foster has made it his mission to bring overlooked canines into the limelight. I’m a Good Dog traces the fascinating history of this particularly maligned breed. A century ago, the pit bull was considered a family dog, featured in family photos and trusted as loving companions for children. More recently, pit bulls have been portrayed by the media as stereotypes of everything they are not. Foster shatters that reputation through moving profiles of pit bulls that serve as therapy dogs, athletic heroes, search-and-rescue dogs, and educators, not to mention as loving pets. Foster also profiles many pit bull lovers, from Helen Keller and Dr. Seuss to actor Todd Cerveris, who took his pit bull on tour with him for the musical Spring Awakening. Proving that there’s much to love and nothing to fear, I’m a Good Dog restores the pit bull to its rightful place as friend, family member, athlete and entertainer.

Author : Sean O'Shea
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-12-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1736066315

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The Good Dog Way by Sean O'Shea Pdf

Author : James Manning
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1537616757

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The Misunderstood Dog by James Manning Pdf

For centuries the Black Dog has been associated with fear, intense pain, and emotional distress. In the literature the Black Dog has a formidable reputation. Run from it, and it will hunt you down relentlessly. Wrestle with it, and it will bears its fangs. Fear it, and it will stalk you. Hide from it and it will haunt you until you are all but a shadow of your previous self. Feed it and it will become much bigger than you. For some, suicide feels like the only escape from it. The irony, however, is that the Black Dog is misunderstood. By the time that you finish reading this book you will find out that the Black Dog is not your enemy, nothing could be further from the truth.

Author : Rachel Toor
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-07
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780374303082

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Misunderstood by Rachel Toor Pdf

Shares the author's experiences with her pet rat Iris, offering anecdotes of her antics and other rat owners and discussing how to care for rats, health concerns, life spans, and eating habits.

Author : Lisa Edwards
Publisher : Seal Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2015-11-17
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781580055789

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Please Don't Bite the Baby (and Please Don't Chase the Dogs) by Lisa Edwards Pdf

Please Don't Bite the Baby (and Please Don't Chase the Dogs) chronicles certified professional dog trainer Lisa Edwards’ endearing and entertaining journey to ensure that her household survives and thrives when she introduces her son to her motley pack of animals. As Lisa knows all too well, the dog/child relationship is simultaneously treasured, misunderstood, and sometimes feared. In a twist, Lisa's dog training techniques inevitably seep into how she navigates her first year with baby to mixed but enlightening results. Lisa includes her best training techniques for the everyday pet owner itemized at the end of each chapter. This book is important for parents, grandparents, and caregivers who have dogs and young children together and want to ensure safety for all.

Author : Debbie Jacobs
Publisher : Dogwise Publishing
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-05-06
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780988884144

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A GUIDE TO LIVING WITH & TRAINING A FEARFUL DOG by Debbie Jacobs Pdf

A guide to the philosophy and techniques for working with fearful, shy or anxious dogs, the book dispels common myths and misinformation regarding fear based behaviors. It provides, in easy to understand language, the most effective and humane ways to handle dogs with fear based behavior challenges. Very useful information and full of resources for shelters, foster care givers, rescue organizations and veterinarians.

Author : J Thomas Beasley
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2015-05-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1795740876

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Misunderstood Nanny Dogs by J Thomas Beasley Pdf

Attorney and writer, J. Thomas Beasley, engages in a critical and objective analysis of the facts and myths concerning fighting dog breeds, and explains why breed-specific legislation should be considered to regulate the breeding and ownership of these beloved animals.

Author : Beth Ostrosky Stern,Kristina Grish
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-04
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781439168660

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Oh My Dog by Beth Ostrosky Stern,Kristina Grish Pdf

Calling the toughest canine questions! Owning a dog is one of life’s great joys, but sometimes the challenges it brings can make even the most devoted dog lovers panic, throw up their hands, or feel completely overwhelmed. Before you get to the end of your leash, turn to this friendly and relatable reference that’s the next best thing to talking to a dog-owning friend who's seen it all. In Oh My Dog, animal rights activist Beth Ostrosky Stern has compiled tips and invaluable advice from experts—and from her own experience as dogowner—to sooth concerns, answer questions big and small, and help you and your dog get the most out of your relationship. From the moment you even consider getting a dog, to caring for your old friend when his puppy years are far behind him, Oh My Dog covers every angle of dog ownership, including: • Which breeds would be good match for me? • What do I look for in a vet? • How do I make sure our first night together is as stress-free as possible? • What activities will help me bond with my dog? • Is my dog showing sign of illness? • What should I know before I head to a doggie day care or park? • How do I read pet food labels? • What should I do in an emergency? Choc full of informative side bars, questionnaires, to-do lists, and much, much more, Oh My Dog is the answer-filled field guide for anybody who owns a dog or is considering getting one. •••••• Beth Ostrosky Stern

Author : William Neil Rowe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1302550250

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The True Confessions of a Badly Misunderstood Dog by William Neil Rowe Pdf

A heartwarming and hilarious memoir of Durf, a yellow Lab who thinks he is the boss of two cats, as well as the boss of the humans he lives with.

Author : Ken Foster
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2016-08-01
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781493027613

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The Dogs Who Found Me by Ken Foster Pdf

Now regarded as a classic in dog literature, Ken Foster's memoir chronicles his journey from first-time dog owner to rescuer--and all the lessons and mistakes he made along the way. Bookended by the tragedies of 9/11 and Katrina, Foster finds that dogs open his eyes to the benefits of compassion, selflessness, and the chaotic beauty of living each day in the moment. But more than Foster's own story, readers remember the dogs. Among them are Duque, a Costa Rican stray; Brando, Foster's first adopted dog and a supposed pit bull mix who outgrew his Manhattan studio apartment; Rocco, a clownish red pit bull whose owner mistakenly gives him away to the wrong person; Zephyr, a cheerful Rottweiler mix who awakens Foster by sitting on his chest when his heart stops working; and Sula, the tiny lost pit bull who showed up at Foster's door one day and stayed. Whether bearing witness to national tragedy, grieving the death of a friend, or dealing with his own mortality, Foster finds strength in his dogs, and in the reciprocal nature of rescue.

Author : Barry Eaton
Publisher : Dogwise Publishing
Page : 87 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781617810237

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Dominance in Dogs by Barry Eaton Pdf

Bring science to the discussion of whether dogs try to "dominate" humans. The fact is that domestic dogs have been selectively bred for hundreds of years to work cooperatively with people and this book corrects common misconceptions about canine behavior.

Author : Mary Jasch
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2007-02-23
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781594852374

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Best Hikes with Dogs New Jersey by Mary Jasch Pdf

CLICK HERE to download two free hikes from Best Hikes with Dogs New Jersey * Trails rated 1 to 4 paws to indicate difficulty level for dog owners and their four-legged friends * Hazard-free dog terrain in New Jersey * The guidebook's Trail Finder chart lists hikes by terrain, difficulty for dogs, leash regulations, and more New Jersey boasts an amazing array of hiking opportunities for both you and your dog, with trails to mountain ridges, valleys, highlands, lakes, coastal plains, beaches, and more. In this guidebook, Mary Jasch shares her favorite trails, from easy day hikes to overnight backpacking trips, presented through dog-centric eyes. Trails in Best Hikes with Dogs New Jerseywere chosen for dog-appeal: they avoid contact with livestock, offer shade and water en route, and include lakes and streams as rewards. Advice is given on proper trail etiquette for dog owners and their pets, how to be responsible trail users, and what to pack for your pooch-the Ten Canine Essentials and a doggy first-aid kit. You'll also find helpful tips on wildlife encounters, weather concerns, and low-impact camping. You can find more information about hiking with your dog in New Jersey on the author's website at www.njdoghikes.com .