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A reference handbook for would be owners of Golden Retrievers.

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Praise for previous books from Drs. Foster & Smith:
“The authors guide owners through each system of the dog, allowing owners to cut through medical jargon and make more informed treatment choices.” ?The Cleveland Plain Dealer

“…Presented in a basic, well-illustrated, reader-friendly fashion that avoids confusion and answers most of your questions relating to your dog’s welfare.” ?The Seattle Times

From puppy to senior citizen, Drs. Foster and Smith explain the care and training your dog needs and help you tackle the health and behavior problems you’re likely to encounter. Right From the Start begins with the time-consuming problems of puppyhood, then discusses the trials of adolescence, the principles of keeping an adult dog healthy and happy and takes you all the way through to when it may be time to say good-bye to a treasured friend. It’s the complete owner’s manual for the life of your dog.
A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

About the Author

Race Foster and Marty Smith are practicing veterinarians in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, with several decades of experience. They operate a call-in helpline for pet owners, and are the authors of What’s the Diagnosis?, Just What the Doctor Ordered and The Complete Cat Health Manual. They are also co-owners of one of America’s largest pet supply mail order catalog companies, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

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An engaging, photo-filled dog-owner?s guide that will help you deepen the bond between you and your best friend.

Written in a friendly, accessible style, and full of appealing color photos, The Dog Owner?s Handbook offers plenty of expert advice on training and caring for your canine. Whether you want advice on selecting a dog, need a rundown on training techniques or health care, or plan to lavish your pet with toys and treats, here?s everything you need to know. Learn the best way to introduce a puppy to its new home; discover how to discourage attention-seeking behavior, like barking or jumping; find out how much and what type of exercise you should give your dog; and much, much more. Annette Conn is a professional dog behavior consultant and training instructor, with more than 25 years? experience. She also trains and handles dogs for television.

About the Author

Annette Conn is a professional dog behaviour consultant and trainer, who regularly teaches at several dog-training clubs and has lectured on dog behaviour, assessment and training throughout the UK. She lives in London.

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From Library Journal

Animal behaviorist Lachman introduces a new approach to dog training based on the theory of behavior modification. To correct undesirable behavior in dogs, Lachman applies human family-systems therapy rather than the harsh punishment techniques used by the majority of dog trainers. With a lighthearted writing style, he debunks some widely held myths about the dog-training process. He entertains the reader with case studies from his practice and describes training plans for specific behavior problems. The book includes helpful chapters on matching dog breeds to family characteristics, coping with the loss of a loved pet, and managing the fear of dogs. In keeping with modern technology, the book also offers a list of dog-related web sites. This will be of interest to dog owners and trainers and is recommended for public libraries.ADeborah Emerson, Monroe Community Coll., Rochester, NY
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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Concentrates on the relationship between the dog and every member of the household to discover safe, loving methods for training.. — Dog Fancy Magazine

Lachman’s dog-training advice is straightforward, thoughtful, and humane. [He] clearly understands both sides of the human/dog relationship. — Healthy Dog Newsletter

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Apuppy sees the world in a much different way than a human-for one thing, everything is an opportunity for fun. The dog owner who can tap into this joy of living will improve his own life as well as discover the key to shaping his puppy’s behavior. Easier said than done? Then stop trying to force things; relax and communicate with the essential wisdom of the animal. That wisdom, says Krista Cantrell, is the Tao-and since the way of Tao is intuitive, who better to lead than a puppy, a discoverer of new things, ruled by intuition? In this smart new work, Cantrell uses personal anecdotes and easy-to-follow exercises to help readers understand a puppy’s nature and needs, become intuitive trainers, and have fun “learning to play” and “playing to learn.” Much in the same way that Pooh fans discovered that the little bear had wisdom and insight far deeper than his honey-centric ways might have indicated, Cantrell’s readers will come to realize that puppies have profound, yet simple, ways to show us the world in a new light.

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Whether you are bringing your new Boxer puppy home today or just contemplating the Boxer as a new pet, Breeders? Best Boxer is your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. This colorful, informative book tells you concisely what you need to know, answering all of the questions most frequently asked by new owners. From how to select a qualified breeder and recognize a healthy, typical puppy to bringing the puppy home, the author guides you every step of the way. The author and top breeder, Richard Tomita offers expert advice about a fast, easy method of house-training, sensible obedience training and effective problem solving, as well as basic home care, health and veterinary concerns. This Breeders? Best book promises the best possible start with your new Boxer puppy.

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“This book is well-researched, absolutely thorough and brimming with sound information. A splendid antidote to the fads, content-free drivel and made-up junk that plagues the popular dog behavior literature.” -Jean Donaldson, Director of The San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers

“Linda Case builds on well-documented evidence regarding the evolution of dog and cat behavior, and presents training and behavior problem solving within this ethological context. The fundamentals of learning theory are presented in a clear fashion and many examples are provided. Case provides substantial documentation to support her descriptions, while at the same time, avoiding excessive jargon and terminology. Most important is that she takes the time to debunk shallow and “pop” presentations of such concepts as dominance and the role of punishment.” - Stephen Zawistowski, Ph.D., CAAB Executive Vice President, ASPCA

“This book is destined to become a classic textbook for students of dog behavior, but should also be of interest to every pet dog owner and enthusiast in the country. The book contains all of the information from an outstanding knowledge of theory, but more importantly from Linda Case’s own personal experience as a dog trainer and behaviorist.”- John Rogerson, founder and principal lecturer of the Northern Centre for Canine Behavior and author of seven books

“As one who lives and works with both dogs and cats, I am very pleased to see them discussed together in this text. The side-by-side comparison of their domestication processes, developmental stages, body language, and behavior issues is valuable to anyone who lives or works with, or cares for them and wants to help them. Whether the reader is a student of veterinary science, shelter worker or rescue foster, trainer or behavior consultant, owner or potential adopter, this text is packed with up-to-date scientific information, written in a very digestible format. Each chapter contains references to the best scholarly texts available. Thank goodness Linda Case has done the work for us to be able to access such an approachable compilation of vital material. All of us ? and especially cats, dogs, and owners ? will be better off for it. I need two copies ? one for reference and one to loan out.” -Janet Velenovsky CPDT, CDBC-TAC, Animal Behavior Consultant

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of the most critical components of a successful human-animal relationship, and provides a framework to understand the behavior, communication patterns, and learning techniques that govern social interactions. Well-researched and accessible, Canine and Feline Behavior: A Complete Guide to Understanding Our Two Best Friends is an application-based resource to encourage effective training and behavior modification programs for both dogs and cats. Coverage begins with a foundation of evolutionary histories and domestication, focusing on normal communication and social behavior patterns. Learning theory is then presented in the context of real-world relevance to companion animal care, behavior prevention, training, and modification. Finally, common behavior problems and approaches to manage these issues are discussed, making this an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand more about their dogs and cats.

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