Zak George's Dog Training Revolution


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A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!




Beagle 101: The Ultimate Guide for Beagle Lovers


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"Life is better with a Beagle by your side." Introducing "Beagle 101: The Ultimate Guide for Beagle Lovers," the comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about your favorite breed! This all-encompassing book is perfect for Beagle enthusiasts and anyone considering welcoming one of these lovable hounds into their home. Discover the rich history of Beagles, from their origins and ancestry to their development and recognition around the world. Delve into the physical characteristics and traits that make Beagles unique, including their size, coat colors and patterns, and other distinctive features. Learn about their endearing personalities and temperaments, as well as their intelligence, trainability, and sociability. Our book covers essential aspects of health and wellness, from common health issues in Beagles to exercise and activity needs, grooming, and maintenance. Master the art of training your Beagle, from basic obedience and manners to advanced techniques and troubleshooting common behavior issues. Explore the world of Beagles and their relationships with families, children, seniors, and multi-dog households. Learn about the roles Beagles play as working and service dogs, their participation in sporting and outdoor activities, and travel considerations for your four-legged friend. With chapters on Beagle clubs and associations, preparing for a new Beagle puppy, puppy development and milestones, senior Beagles, and seasonal care and safety, this guide covers every stage of your Beagle's life. Gain insight into common behavioral issues, fun and games with your Beagle, and Beagle legends and stories. "Beagle 101" also includes chapters on Beagle art, photography, and collectibles, rescue and adoption, showing and breeding Beagles, living in harmony with your Beagle, and more. Equip yourself with the knowledge you need to provide the best possible care for your beloved Beagle, and enjoy a lifetime of companionship with this remarkable breed. Whether you're a first-time owner or a seasoned Beagle lover, "Beagle 101: The Ultimate Guide for Beagle Lovers" is the must-have guide to everything Beagle. Order your copy today and embark on a journey filled with love, laughter, and wagging tails! Contents: The History of Beagles Origins and Ancestry Breed Development and Recognition Beagles Around the World Physical Characteristics and Traits Size and Proportions Coat Colors and Patterns Unique Features and Attributes Personality and Temperament General Disposition Intelligence and Trainability Socialization and Friendliness Health and Wellness Common Health Issues in Beagles Exercise and Activity Needs Diet and Nutrition Grooming and Maintenance Coat Care and Shedding Nail Trimming and Ear Cleaning Dental Health and Oral Care Training Your Beagle Basic Obedience and Manners Advanced Training Techniques Troubleshooting Common Behavior Issues Socialization and Interaction Introducing Your Beagle to Other Pets Meeting New People and Environments Safe and Positive Playtime Beagles and Families Children and Beagles Seniors and Beagles Multi-Dog Households Working and Service Beagles Guide Dogs and Assistance Roles Search and Rescue Beagles Therapy and Emotional Support Dogs Sporting and Outdoor Activities Beagles and Hiking Agility and Obedience Competitions Hunting and Field Trials Traveling with Your Beagle Road Trips and Car Safety Air Travel and Regulations Dog-Friendly Accommodations and Destinations Beagle Clubs and Associations Breed Clubs and Regional Groups Rescue and Adoption Organizations Competitions and Events Preparing for a New Beagle Puppy Choosing a Breeder or Adoption Source Puppy-proofing Your Home Essential Supplies and Gear Puppy Development and Milestones Growth Stages and Changes Socialization and Training Milestones Health Checkups and Vaccinations Senior Beagles Recognizing the Signs of Aging Special Care and Accommodations End-of-Life Considerations Seasonal Care and Safety Hot Weather Tips and Precautions Cold Weather Care and Protection Holiday Hazards and Safety Measures Common Behavioral Issues Separation Anxiety and Boredom Barking and Howling Resource Guarding and Aggression Fun and Games with Your Beagle Interactive Toys and Puzzles Fetch and Retrieval Games Hiking and Exploring Beagle Legends and Stories Famous Beagles Inspirational Stories of Beagles Beagles in Pop Culture Beagle Art, Photography, and Collectibles Portraits and Artwork Photography Tips and Tricks Collectibles and Memorabilia Beagle Rescue and Adoption The Importance of Rescue Organizations Preparing for an Adopted Beagle Success Stories and Testimonials Beagles in the Show Ring Breed Standards and Judging Criteria Preparing Your Beagle for the Show Ring Tips for Success in Competitions Breeding Beagles Responsible Breeding Practices Genetic Testing and Health Considerations Whelping and Puppy Care Living in Harmony with Your Beagle Creating a Safe and Comfortable Environment Establishing Routines and Boundaries Enrichment and Mental Stimulation Common Beagle Health Myths and Misconceptions Debunking Popular Myths Fact vs. Fiction: Beagle Health Issues Promoting Accurate Information and Awareness Beagles and Special Needs Beagles Assisting Individuals with Disabilities Training and Certification Requirements The Benefits of Beagle Assistance Dogs The Future of the Beagle Breed Advances in Canine Health Research Ethical Breeding and Preservation of the Breed Beagles in the 21st Century and Beyond Training Resources and Techniques Positive Reinforcement and Reward-Based Training Clicker Training and Marker Techniques Online and In-Person Training Resources Emergency Preparedness and Your Beagle Creating a Pet Emergency Plan Assembling a Canine First Aid Kit Recognizing and Responding to Emergencies Celebrating Your Beagle Birthday Parties and Special Occasions Customized Gifts and Keepsakes Beagle-Themed Events and Gatherings Customized Gifts and Keepsakes




The Other End of the Leash


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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.




Before and After Getting Your Puppy


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How to raise the perfect puppy A revolution for dogs: Very few dog trainers have not been influenced by Dr. Ian Dunbar’s dog-friendly philosophy. In the 1970s, Dr. Ian Dunbar sparked a dramatic shift in puppy training — away from leash corrections and drill-sergeant adult dog training classes based on competitive obedience and toward a positive approach using toys, treats, and games as rewards for teaching basic manners, preventing behavior problems, and modifying temperament. Before Dr. Dunbar there were no classes for puppy training, very few family dog classes, and not much fun in dog training. His positive approach revolutionized the dog training field, especially puppy training. Raising a great dog: Now, in Before and After Getting Your Puppy, Dr. Ian Dunbar combines his two popular puppy training manuals into one indexed, value-priced hardcover dog training book. In clear steps, with helpful photos and easy-to-follow puppy training milestones, he presents a structured yet playful and humorous plan for raising a wonderful dog. Dr. Dunbar’s guide is based around six developmental milestones: Your doggy education Evaluating puppy’s progress Errorless housetraining and chewtoy-training Socialization with People Learning bite inhibition The world at large Fans of The Art of Raising a Puppy, Training the Best Dog Ever, or Zak George’s Dog Training Revolution, will love Ian Dunbar’s Before and After Getting Your Puppy.




On Talking Terms with Dogs


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"Norwegian dog trainer and behaviorist Turid Rugaas has made it her life work to study canine social interaction. She coined the phrase calming signals to describe the social skills, sometimes referred to as body language, that dogs use to avoid conflict, invite play, and communicate a wide range of information to other dogs. Learn to identify situations that are stressful to your dog so that you can resolve or avoid them. Rehabilitate a dog that has lost her ability to read or give calming signals." --Amazon.com.




Hyperbole and a Half


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#1 New York Times Bestseller “Funny and smart as hell” (Bill Gates), Allie Brosh’s Hyperbole and a Half showcases her unique voice, leaping wit, and her ability to capture complex emotions with deceptively simple illustrations. FROM THE PUBLISHER: Every time Allie Brosh posts something new on her hugely popular blog Hyperbole and a Half the internet rejoices. This full-color, beautifully illustrated edition features more than fifty percent new content, with ten never-before-seen essays and one wholly revised and expanded piece as well as classics from the website like, “The God of Cake,” “Dogs Don’t Understand Basic Concepts Like Moving,” and her astonishing, “Adventures in Depression,” and “Depression Part Two,” which have been hailed as some of the most insightful meditations on the disease ever written. Brosh’s debut marks the launch of a major new American humorist who will surely make even the biggest scrooge or snob laugh. We dare you not to. FROM THE AUTHOR: This is a book I wrote. Because I wrote it, I had to figure out what to put on the back cover to explain what it is. I tried to write a long, third-person summary that would imply how great the book is and also sound vaguely authoritative—like maybe someone who isn’t me wrote it—but I soon discovered that I’m not sneaky enough to pull it off convincingly. So I decided to just make a list of things that are in the book: Pictures Words Stories about things that happened to me Stories about things that happened to other people because of me Eight billion dollars* Stories about dogs The secret to eternal happiness* *These are lies. Perhaps I have underestimated my sneakiness!




After You Get Your Puppy


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Now you have your puppy, the clock is ticking and you need to meet three more Developmental Deadlines before your puppy is five months old.4th Developmental Deadline - Socializing Your Puppy to PeopleYour Most Urgent Priority is to socialize your puppy to a wide variety of people, especially children, men, and strangers, before he is twelve weeks old. Well-socialized puppies grow up to be wonderful companions, whereas antisocial dogs are difficult, time-consuming, and potentially dangerous. As a rule of thumb, your puppy needs to meet at least one hundred people before he is three months old. Since your puppy is still too young to venture out to dog parks and sidewalks, you'll need to start inviting people to your home right away.5th Developmental Deadline - Teaching Bite InhibitionYour Most Important Priority is that your puppy learns to inhibit the force of his bites and develop a "soft mouth"; before he is eighteen weeks old. Whenever a dog bites a person, or fights with another dog, the single most important prognostic factor is the degree of bite inhibition and hence, the likelihood and seriousness of injury. Accidents happen. Someone may tread on the dog's paw, or a child may trip over the dog while he's gnawing a bone. A dog may snap and lunge at a person when hurt or frightened, but if the dog has well-established bite inhibition, it is unlikely the dog's teeth will puncture, or even touch the skin.6th Developmental Deadline - Continuing Socialization in The World at LargeThe Most Enjoyable Priority of dog ownership is to introduce your well-socialized puppy to the world at large. Your dog will only remain sociable and confident if he continues to meet and greet at least three unfamiliar people and three unfamiliar dogs every day. Meeting the same people and dogs over and over is not sufficient. Your dog needs to practice meeting, greeting, and getting along with strangers, not simply getting along with old friends. Regular walks with your dog are as essential as they are enjoyable.




Rescuing Rover


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Looks at the problem of dog overpopulation in America; discusses the role of puppy mills, pet stores, and independent breeders; and includes a profile of a local animal shelter.




Cesar Millan's Short Guide to a Happy Dog


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The popular dog behaviorist outlines ninety-eight essential lessons to help create a happy, long-lasting relationship between dog and owner, including such issues as choosing the right dog and creating balance and boundaries.




Love Has No Age Limit


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How do you welcome an adult or adolescent dog into your home and incorporate this new individual into your family. The authors guide you through the first steps of this new relationship, with advice on training and a section on solving common behavioral problems.