New Strategies and Plans for Separation AnxietyIt has now been six years since the release of Malena DeMartini-Price’s best selling first book, Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs. Not one to rest on her laurels, Malena has been busy teaching and mentoring dog trainers worldwide to become Certified Separation Anxiety Trainers (CSAT). Working in collaboration with a large network of trainers to collect data and conduct research, new strategies have been developed on...

Committed trainers and owners can solve this problem!Treating separation anxiety in dogs is not quick or easy—but it can be done. The successful ingredients are cooperation, commitment and time on the part of the dog trainer and the owners. In this important new book, author Malena DeMartini-Price shares her 5 Phase Treatment Protocol and related strategies to help dogs overcome the fear of being left alone and addresses the trauma it can inflict on both the dog and...

Almost every dog owner has a pet who suffers from fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS). They are the underlying cause of many concerning behaviors such as excessive barking, aggression, destructive behaviors, and house-soiling. They are also the source for deterioration of the human-animal bond, and can make a trip to the veterinarian, pet groomer, or boarding facility miserable for pet and owner alike. Left untreated, these negative experiences can lead to devastating consequences and permanen...

**“**Wag is a must-read for all dog lovers. An amazing, well-written book that makes canine science easy to understand and apply in a useful manner to improve dogs' lives and the relationship we have with them.”—Dr. Wailani Sung, board-certified veterinary behaviorist, San Francisco SPCAHave you ever wondered if your dog is happy? Discover how to decipher your dog's moods—and gain science-backed tips for making them truly happy—wit...

In the world of dogs, there is now more awareness than ever of the need to provide enrichment, especially in shelters. But what exactly is enrichment? The concept is pretty straightforward: learn what your dog’s needs are, and then structure an environment and routine that allows the dog to engage in behaviors they find enriching. To truly enrich your dog’s life, you should offer them opportunities to engage in natural or instinctual behaviors. Aside from the limitations we have to place o...

Do you wish your dog would listen to you on walks, rather than running after squirrels? Tired of getting left in the dust if a cat shows up nearby? Concerned that your dog's prey drive is coming between the two of you? Conventional training protocols stifle your dog's natural predatory behaviours through punishing or constantly forcing them to return.These restrictive protocols work against your dog's nature and against what they want most: to go for a hunt!Predation is an in...

Steve Mann, the UK's no.1 dog trainer, takes it beyond the basics and tackles even more of your dog dilemmas!When it comes to dog training, there is no 'one size fits all' solution. In Easy Peasy Doggy Squeezy, Steve's seven active ingredients will teach you how to solve any problem behaviours by giving you the tools you need to ask the right questions. You'll discover step-by-step guides on how to teach the most useful and practical techniques and improve...

"Based on the latest findings in the field of canine cognition and behavior, this book is an invaluable resource." —Hal Herzog, author of Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It's So Hard To Think Straight About AnimalsEvery dog owner knows that along with the joy can come the stress and frustration of behavioral problems, which are expensive to diagnose and treat. Enter Kim Brophey, award-winning canine behavior consultant. Using cutting-edge rese...

In this companion workbook to their best selling book, Canine Enrichment for the Real World, authors Allie Bender and Emily Strong present a detailed breakdown of each of the steps of their Enrichment Framework and provide all the information you need to successfully and sustainably incorporate enrichment into your dog’s every day life.Offering enrichment ensures that all of your dog’s needs are met, in every aspect of their life, from health and hygiene to physical and mental exercise to ...

What if the secret to great dog training is to be a frequent "feeder" rather than a strong leader? A skilled reinforcer rather than a strict enforcer?Over the past two decades, countless dog trainers across the world have embraced the liberal use of positive reinforcement. Often accompanying this trend, however, is an underlying emphasis, inherited from more coercive models of dog training, that each human in the family must be the dog's leader. But adopting the role of leader usin...

Victoria Stilwell provides her successful programme for perfect dog training.Do they ignore every word you say? Have they started coming in at all hours? Are they wrecking your home? No, it’s not the nation’s teenagers – it’s our pets. Nearly five million homes in the UK own a dog – but who really calls the shots? With bad behaviour rife, it’s time to put the pets in their place – move over power nannies and parenting, this is Supernanny for pets.The Channel 4 series It’s M...

Help your four-legged friend pass the Canine Good Citizen Test in a day? Easy!The AKC's Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program is one of the most rapidly growing programs in the American Kennel Club. With useful tips and quick fixes that will put a stop to all sorts of bad habits, Canine Good Citizen Test In A Day For Dummies helps owners build solid relationships with their dog based on positive reinforcement, trust, and obedience.This handy little gui...