The Midnight Dog Walkers: Positive Training and Practical Advice for Living With Reactive and Aggressive Dogs

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 owned

Behavioral warning signs that owners should recognize

Definitions of different types of aggression and why they occur

Tips on how to handle a potentially aggressive or aggressive dog

The author's force-free training philosophy and how she applies it with her clients to effect positive changes

Popular myths and misconceptions about training these "grumpy growlers"

© 2016 CompanionHouse Books (전자책 ): 9781621871187

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전자책 : 2016년 3월 29일