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Widely recognized as one of the great dog trainers of his time, Richard Wolters’s tested techniques continue to endure. Family Dog was the first book written for any member of the family, from age six to sixty, who wants to train a dog fast. By following the book’s simple instructions, anyone can have a well-trained dog in just sixteen weeks. In Family Dog Wolters teaches: * How to choose the right dog for your family and lifestyle
* The benefits of play and relaxation
* Talking with your dog– it’s not what you say, but how you say it
* All the fundamentals of training– house-breaking, basic commands, and tricks
* Tips on grooming
* The best dog diet in the world
* First-aid and medical advice, and much more

More than 200 all-new pictures in chronological, step-by-step sequence illustrate exactly what to do with your pet in a way that takes the frustration out of training and works for all breeds and any age.

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The Boxer is an observant and able companion but, like most dogs, can be mischievous at times. By following the detailed training and housing instructions in this book, owners can learn how to make the most of this breed’s energetic nature.

From the Publisher

Discover a whole new world of dogs® with these revolutionary, breed-specific guides accompanied by a free DVD.

From the leader in responsible animal care for over 50 years comes this exciting series of dog breed titles. Written by professional pet writers who are also experts on the breeds, each book is filled with valuable information on a variety of topics that are essential for cultivating health and happiness in a canine companion.

Every book in the Terra-Nova series contains:

* 192 pages of brand new text, featuring highly breed-specific information
* an extensive health chapter, reviewed and approved by a respected veterinarian
* chapters on feeding, grooming, and beginner and advanced training
* a bonus DVD featuring socialization, safety, and training advice from a professional dog trainer and detailed information from a veterinarian on what happens at the vet and how to perform regular home health checks
* a comprehensive resource section
* an ideal mixture of informative text and accompanying photographs–plus sidebars and tip boxes

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“Dogs Funny Side Up by Nola Lee Kelsey is a hysterically funny and honest book by a dog lover who has worked with dog rescue agencies at home and in Thailand. I read it in a single sitting and laughed out loud. This will be a sure hit with all dog lovers on your list.” –Dolce Dolce, December 17, 2008

“She has a knack for encountering the bizarre . . .This book introduces readers to many wonderful dogs who have taught humans a great deat about life. Even folks who do not share their lives with furry friends will enjoy these stories. The book will also provide some good reading for families who share books” –Dee Ann Ray, Clinton Daily News, Nov. 18, 2008

“She has a knack for encountering the bizarre . . .This book introduces readers to many wonderful dogs who have taught humans a great deat about life. Even folks who do not share their lives with furry friends will enjoy these stories. The book will also provide some good reading for families who share books” –Dee Ann Ray, Clinton Daily News, Nov. 18, 2008

“Nola Kelsey has dog-gone done it again! ‘Dogs: Funny Side Up!’ offers the plight of animal rescue organizations throughout the world delivered by the author’s trademark infectious wit and explosive candor. Kelsey’s personal stories of her adopted dogs and her work as a rescuer blend funny with fury, heart-warming and humorous yet also eye-opening for readers as they discover the emotional and difficult work of rescue organizations. Kelsey proves that her bark is just as potent as her bite.”

–Joseph O. Patton, Publisher, Capital City Free Press

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“Delightful! Worldly insightful! . . . Nola Lee Kelsey, a consummate writer who knows her stuff, has a quick mind and sharp wit, and it’s not all about dogs.

If you have any interest in animals, you’ll like this book. If you’re involved with animal rescue organizations, you’ll love this book. Nola Lee Kelsey, a consummate writer who knows her stuff, has a quick mind and sharp wit, and it’s not all about dogs.”

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Easy-to-read information on choosing raising training and maintaining good health

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You love your dog…but he has a few habits that are anything but loveable–and no amount of scolding or punishment helps. Sound familiar? The good news is that you can change your dog’s unbecoming habits if you know how. This comprehensive guide to dog training covers every imaginable situation, allowing you to see right through your “difficult” dog’s behavior and help him learn how to behave in a way that please you. Discover how the straightforward, unsubtle psychology of an “alpha” dominant male can turn even a canine terrorist into a well-behaved pet. Learn why your dog loves his obedience training, and why his greatest pleasure is pleasing you. I Love My Dog, But… will help you understand how dogs think–and how you can think faster than they can.

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A must for any Boxer lover, this all-inclusive book examines every aspect of owning a Boxer, giving practical advice on feeding, training and exercise. The book also guides the reader with tips on showing his or her dogs, with the breed standard analyzed in-depth. Breeding is covered, too, with advice on mating, whelping, and rearing a litter. Other topics include origins and development, raising a puppy, training, managing adults, and health care.

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In Dog Tricks world-class trainers offer more than 80 challenging and unusual activities to teach your dog, including simple tricks that even the most stubborn pets can be taught to perform. Jumping rope” and the “telephone answering machine trick” are among the more advanced acts outlined in this amusingly illustrated guide that comes packaged with a colorful plastic flying disk. The book, which features 45 drawings, was previously published at $27.50.

About the Author

Captain’ Arthur Haggerty was a well-known and popular dog trainer whose “students” went on to careers as attack dogs, guard dogs, rescue dogs, bomb sniffers, and even actors and actresses.

He was an Army K-9 Unit commander, and when he left the service, he established the Captain Haggerty School for Dogs in NYC. It was there where he became known as dog-trainer to many Hollywood and Broadway stars. He also provided dogs for advertisements as well as movies and tv shows.

Capt. Haggerty was a hulking figure, 6-feet 3-inches and over 300 pounds. He did some acting himself, appearing in “Shamus” (1973) with Burt Reynolds, “Home Movies” (1980), and “Married to the Mob (1988), as well as a few others.

In early 1983, Capt. Haggerty appeared on David Letterman’s tv show, talking about his career as a dog trainer it was from there that “Stupid Pet Tricks” was born.


CAROL LEA BENJAMIN, a professional dog trainer, is the author of five books on dog behavior. For the past ten years, she has written a monthly column, Dog Trainer’s Diary, for Pure-Bred Dogs, American Kennel Gazette, the official publication of The American Kennel Club. Ms. Benjamin is the recipient of the 1985 Dog Writers’ Association of American Writer of the Year award, the 1985 Gaines Fido award and the 1987 Kal Kan Pedigree Outstanding Pet Care Journalist award.  She lives in New York, New York.