Discover a whole new world of dogs with this revolutionary, breed- specific guide. The Rottweiller is an intelligent and highly trainable dog. Learn the best methods of training and caring fo this powerful breed.

Many of the most popular dog breeds, including Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds, Shetland Sheepdogs, Australian Shepherds, and many of the terriers, are considered to be high-drive or "high-energy" by nature- but even breeds not considered high-drive can have markedly energetic individuals among them. High-Energy Dogs provides the owners of these intelligent and challenging dogs with the tools to manage their diverse physical and mental needs in a positive and fun way.

Discover a whole new world of dogs with this revolutionary, breed-specific guide. Learn what to expect when taking a Boston Terrier to the veterinarian and what questions to ask. This book also describes health problems commonly associated with the breed and how to prevent and treat these ailments.

Discover a whole new world of dogs with this revolutionary, breed-specific guide. Intelligent and perceptive, the Australian Shepherd is a well balanced and loyal working dog. This title features an extensive feeding chapter that helps owners determine the best diet plan for these active dogs.

Discover a whole new world of dogs with these revolutionary breed-specific guides. Develop a greater understanding of this instinctive and energetic dog, known the world over as an excellenet worker and herder.

Hyper dogs are often overly energetic, wickedly smart, and incredibly stubborn. How do you turn your furry flurry of activity into a sane, mild-mannered companion? This book gives you fun, hip techniques especially for hyper dogs and harried pet parents who want quick results. You'll discover how to:Help your dog burn excess energy quickly and safelyUse communication and training skills to gain controlUse obedience games, attention builders, and outdoor ad...

Written by one of the leading veterinary behaviorists in the country this revised and expanded edition of the original bestseller features brand new chapters that provide the most up-to-date science of dog behavior and explains key concepts in clear straightforward language. How to Behave So Your Dog Behaves takes a scientifically sound yet practical approach to explaining dog behavior and training theory and then shows you how to apply these concepts so you can train your dog to be well b...

Give Your Border Collie the Best Possible Care—for Life!As a caring Border Collie owner, you want the best for your pet. But you may not know all the special steps you need to take to raise a happy, healthy Border Collie. Your Border Collie's Life was written with one purpose in mind—to give you the most up-to-date information and guidance you need about the health, nutrition, training, and care of your dog. Reviewed by a nationally known v...

Not an AKC-recognized breed, but beloved as one of the most intelligent dogs.

This Comprehensive Owner's Guide to the Border Collie serves as a complete introduction to the dog that has been called the most intelligent breed on the planet. Also regarded as the most famous and hard-working sheepdog in the world, the Border Collie is no longer only seen on ranches and farms, but in pet lovers' homes in the country, city, and suburbs. In addition to being an affectionate family companion, the breed has proven to be a flawless obedience and agility dog, frequently besti...

This step-by-step guide for trainers (or anyone interested in training principles) shows how to use positive reinforcement instead of punishment to teach a dog appropriate behavior. Author Brenda Aloff a professional dog trainer specializing in solving problem behaviors for years has researched alternative training techniques and worked with all types of animals. She has found that applying the theory of positive reinforcement provides amazing results in her canine pupils. This book will show...

From the founder of “clicker” training, the widely praised humane approach to shaping animal behavior, comes a fascinating book—part memoir, part insight into how animals and people think and behave.A celebrated pioneer in the field of no-punishment animal training,Karen Pryor is responsible for developing clicker training—an all-positive, safe, effective way to modify and shape animal behavior—and she has changed the lives of millions of animals. Practical, engros...