That innocent face. Those sad, puppy-dog eyes. Let’s face it: puppies can make anyone’s heart melt. But without proper training, they can make even the most doting doggie moms and dads’ blood pressure soar. So before your new puppy has you jumping through hoops, stop and ask yourself, “Just who is the trainer here?” 
Dog Training for Dummies, 2nd Edition, shows you how to select the right training method for your puppy or adult dog, based on his unique personality, to reach your desired goals. Whether you want to teach Spike to sit, or want to help Rover master retrieving, this book gives training for you and your dog—to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged family member. Discover how to: <ul>
<li>Understand your dog’s mind</li> <li>Recognize why positive reinforcement training is key</li> <li>Master basic training</li> <li>Survive the puppy period</li> <li>Deal with doggie don’ts</li> <li>Seek expert outside help</li> <li>And much more</li> </ul>
With step-by-step instruction in basic commands, guidance on how to eliminate unwanted behavior, and tips for making training fun for you and your pooch, Dog Training for Dummies is packed with all the latest techniques and resources you need to make your pal a Top Dog for life.

Dog Training For Dummies

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Volhard, Wendy

Volhard, Joachim

Pets & Animal Care

For Dummies

Explains canine behavior, describes the advantages of having a well-trained dog, and demonstrates dog training techniques

The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One

Howell Book House

Eight carefully planned lessons teach you to apply canine/human learning patterns to train your dog simply, effectively, and permanently.

Training Your Dog: The Step-by-Step Manual

Tamases Fisher, Gail

Provides information on basic commands, dog behavior, health care, nutrition, exercise, and instructions for successful housetraining and obedience training

The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Well-Trained Dog

MacMillan Distribution

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Dog Training For Dummies

The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One

Training Your Dog: The Step-by-Step Manual

The Complete Idiot's Guide to a Well-Trained Dog