Dog Training For Dummies (eBook)

Jack and Wendy Volhard are internationally recognized for their contributions to dog training, health, and nutrition. At the heart of their teaching is the "Motivational Method," a unique approach to training that is aimed at people who value dogs first and foremost as pets and companions.

Introduction.

Part I: Setting the Stage for Successful Training.

Chapter 1: Dog Training: The Key to Your Dog's Safety andYour Sanity.

Chapter 2: Canine Psychology 101: Getting to Know Your Dog.

Chapter 3: Developing Training Savvy.

Chapter 4: Understanding the Vital Role Nutrition and HealthPlay in Training.

Chapter 5: Gearing Up for Training Success.

Part II: Performing Puppy Preliminaries.

Chapter 6: Surviving Your Puppy's Growth Periods.

Chapter 7: Starting Puppy on the Right Paw.

Chapter 8: Honing In on Housetraining.

Part III: Tackling Training Basics.

Chapter 9: Mastering Some Fundamentals: Sit, Down, Stay, andLeave It.

Chapter 10: Canine Cruise Control: Walking on Leash and ComingWhen Called.

Chapter 11: Dealing with Common Doggie Don'ts.

Part IV: Taking Training to the Next Level.

Chapter 12: Participating in AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and Canine GoodCitizen Programs.

Chapter 13: Training for Fun and Competition.

Chapter 14: Completing the Companion Dog Title.

Chapter 15: Retrieving.

Part V: Dealing with Special Situations.

Chapter 16: Addressing Aggression.

Chapter 17: Helping Your Hound Handle Special Situations.

Chapter 18: Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks: Keeping Your SeniorYoung.

Chapter 19: Supplementing Your Training Efforts with ExpertHelp.

Part VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 20: Ten Training Traps and How to Avoid Them.

Chapter 21: Ten Fun and Exciting Sporting Activities.

Chapter 22: Ten Reasons Dogs Do What They Do.

Chapter 23: Ten Tricks for Fun and Games.

Index.