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Get the dog training results you’ve always wanted—combining love with the science of dog psychology Find the roadmap to success in this easy-to-follow Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior HandbookAre you tired of spending countless hours poring over articles, books, and other training resources searching for the key to the relationship you dream of with your dog? The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Handbookprovides force-free, practical solutions to common and complex behavior problems for both dog trainers and pet parents. Learn how to prevent behavior problems before they escalate! This comprehensive guide is a transformational problem solving gift to pet parents for the heartbeats at our feet. It is also designed for professional presentations, teaching basic manners classes, and includes private behavioral consultation Treatment Plans with citations and a detailed index to make finding topics easy.Renowned dog psychologist and trailblazer in positive dog training, Linda Michaels, a Top Ten Magazine best dog trainer illustrates the most effective, ethical methods endorsed by the greatest minds in dog training and behavior. Foreword by Dr. Marc Bekoff, PhD, co-founder with Jane Goodall of the Ethologists for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, and author of 31 books. This meticulously researched handbook tackles the simplest and the most challenging issues including• Nutrition—Unravel the mysteries of dog nutrition!• Veterinary and grooming visits—Help your puppy or rescue dog feel safe from the very first visit• Aggression—Learn to identify red flags, including formulas for human and dog-dog aggression, sibling rivalry, and resource guarding treatments• Separation anxiety—Create a Doggy Enrichment Land and follow the step-by-step treatment plan for desensitization and counter-conditioning• Trainer secrets, good manners, and basic skills—Discover effective solutions for calm greetings, puppy “no bite”, “no jump”, lightening recall, and leash-walkingThe Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Handbookis a definitive “must have” for dog lovers and seasoned trainers alike—a classic treasure belonging on the top shelf of every library.Biography—Linda Michaels, MA, Psychology, creator of the bold, internationally acclaimed Hierarchy of Dog Needsholds a master’s degree in Experimental Psychology, conducted laboratory research in behavioral neurobiology, and has many years of shelter experience working with the most difficult behavioral cases. Her unique combination of academic excellence and hands-on skills with dogs, wolfdogs, and the famed Belyaev foxes, creates a bridge between the worlds of research, dog trainers and pet parents. Linda focuses on the psychological aspects of dog behavior that often mirror human conditions—without using dominance methods or shock collars that often worsen behavior problems—closing the door on the perceived need and advisability of using punitive methods. Find her in international trade magazines and as a featured expert in Psychology Today online, Newsweek online, Huffington Post Live, and Wolf Dog Radio.What the experts are saying about The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Manual“This is how our dogs would choose to interact with us, and what most dog lovers would choose to practice ... if they only knew how.” — Marc Bekoff, PhD, professor emeritus of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Fellow of the Animal Behavior Society, former Guggenheim Fellow“... the single most important modern guide to ensuring that every aspect of our dogs' lives is the best it can be.” — Lisa Tenzin-Dolma, founder of The International School for Canine Psychology & Behaviour Ltd.Publisher ‏ : ‎ Do No Harm Dog Training (July 5, 2022) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 346 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1732253706 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1732253704 Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 18 years Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.35 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.78 x 10 inches

Do you have an aggressive or reactive dog? Learn how to turn your dog's behavior around!Complete step-by-step guide to proven methods that help dog owners manage and rehabilitate a reactive or aggressive dog, whether a rescue or purebredBehavior program models formed by canine professionals, including Dog L.E.G.S. (R) (Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self), Fear Free, Slow Thinking is Life Saving for Dogs (TM), and ACE (Animal Centred Education) Free WorkTrue stories and case studies, plus the author's experiences, successes, and heartbreaks with her own aggressive and fearful dogsExpert interviews with 16 certified and award-winning professional trainers, behavior consultants, and veterinarians, including Dr. Amy Pike, Dr. Laura Donaldson, Dr. Marty Becker, and moreProper socialization and good breeding, and their importance in forming a dog's adult personality and temperamentWhy punishment fails and how negative training only worsens a dog's inappropriate behavior and destroys the human-canine bondHelp your dog overcome problem behaviors and recover from fear, anxiety, and aggression!Canine professionals are seeing increases in troubling dog behaviors, and recent studies show behavioral concerns are a large reason why dog owners surrender their pets to shelters. This professional and practical guide gives hope and encouragement to dog owners trying to eliminate unwanted aggression, barking, timidity, fear, and reactivity in their dogs.A wide range of cruelty-free and positive reinforcement behavior training methods and technique exercises are provided with step-by-step instructions and high-quality photography to help resolve and correct problem behaviors in your dog. Also included are real-life case studies from dog owners detailing the extreme measures they've taken to manage their dogs' behavior around others, as well as interviews with top dog trainers, behaviorists, and veterinarians.With detailed sections covering an array of topics and how-to instruction — from the qualities of a good dog trainer and the top five ways to help your dog feel safe at home, to the must-have skills your dog needs to learn and the top methods used by professional trainers to change unwanted behaviors — this resource covers a ton of ground to help your dog develop and live a better life with you and your family.Author Leann Phenix is an industry-leading expert dog trainer, award-winning journalist, Fear Free Certified Professional, Graduate of a Schutzhund Dog Academy, member of The Pet Professional Guild, and author of The Midnight Dog Walkers, which was nominated as the best behavior book in 2016 by Dog Writers Association of America. She has personally fostered more than 400 dogs and is a lifetime advocate of training dogs without the need for fear, force, or pain, using compassion and science-backed methods.If you're seeking professional guidance to overcome problematic habits present in your dog, Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs is here to help!"A kinder and fairer way to communicate with reactive dogs, bring about long-lasting change, and build a beautiful relationship." —Shay Kelly, MSc, Behaviorist and Trainer & Canine Enrichment ExpertFrom the Publisher Expert Advice

Each chapter contains an "Ask an Expert" section with interview-style advice on topics like:

The top three things potential dog owners should know about helping a troubled dog The benefits for dogs seen by Certified Fear Free Professionals The first steps to take if you suspect your dog has separation anxiety How to strengthen the bond between you and your dog

Help Your Dog Overcome Problem Behaviors

Rehabilitate aggression, excessive barking, timidity, fear, reactivity, and other problem behaviors with Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs.

This must-have guide will help you overcome problematic habits present in your dog with positive behavior training methods and exercises!

A professional and practical guide to help dog owners train aggressive dogs and resolve problematic behaviors Features step-by-step instructions and illustrations for a wide range of training methods and exercises to eliminate unwanted behaviors Includes real-life case studies and interviews with top dog trainers, veterinarians, and behaviorists Author Annie Phenix is an industry-leading expert, professional dog trainer, owner of Phenix Dogs, and she is a Certified Behaviorist, a Fear Free Professional and a Family Dog Mediator

The Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Helping Your Dog Overcome Problem Behaviors

Why Are Modern Dogs So Troubled?Take a look at the range of factors that cause stress to dogs, and how it affects their outlook on life and their interactions with people, other animals, and their environment.Common Types of Canine AggressionLearn about the different types of aggression: fear-related, canine-to-canine, pain, medical, resource, arousal, territorial, maternal, and predatory as well as the difference between aggression and fear.The Healing Power of ThreeThe three most influential people in a troubled dog’s life are the owner, the veterinarian, and a well-qualified trainer. Learn how these roles work together to create the best possible outcome for your dog.Top Professional Methods

Explore professional protocols and tested techniques for ongoing success, including slow thinking, animal centered education, free work, Dog L.E.G.S, and management.

Other Behavior Concerns

Training protocols are provided for non-aggressive behavior concerns including obsessive compulsive disorder, excessive barking and digging, chasing, jumping on people, leash pulling, separation anxiety, and noise phobia.

Raise Well-Rounded Puppies

Learn how to set puppies and young dogs up for success with prenatal and neonatal care, early training and socializing, continuing work with adolescent dogs, and taking it slow with rescue puppies and dogs.

Must-Have Dog Skills

Discover important traits and life skills that give dogs a feeling of safety like the "check in", reliable recall, problem solving and resilience, ability to self-calm, "look at that" game, chin rest, and bucket game.

Proven Techniques to Help Your Dog Overcome Fear and Anxiety

What Not to DoTake a closer look at what can cause harm and what it looks like to a dog so you can help improve your dog’s life in positive ways and avoid causing harm. A dedicated chapter will walk you through exactly what not to do and why.Day-to-Day Living with a Troubled DogFollow detailed, concrete advice for creating a successful life with your troubled dog: focus on play to reduce fear, avoid food-related conflict, provide good nutrition, research vaccinations, understand the importance of the human-canine bond, and respect your covenant with dogs.How to Find Help for Your DogReview helpful tips for finding a good behaviorist or trainer to work with your dog. Over a dozen sample inquiry questions are provided along with the answers to spot the difference between a lack of quality training and qualified professionals.Publisher ‏ : ‎ CompanionHouse Books; Revised 2nd edition (July 4, 2023) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1621871983 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1621871989 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.41 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.15 x 0.64 x 9.04 inches