1000 Best Dog Training Secrets [Paperback]

Bill Gorton (Author), Robyn Achey (Author)

Book Description

Series: 1000 Best | Publication Date: July 1, 2006

As every dog owner knows, it takes a lot of time and patience to train a dog--whether she's a puppy or an adult dog learning new behaviors. 1000 Best Dog Training Secrets is packed full of useful training tips for new and seasoned dog owners from two experts in the field.

The easy-to-follow advice covers everything from basic skills to socialization, obedience training, manners, tricks and more. Robyn Achey and William Gorton, owners and operators of Tall Tails Training & K-9 Education school in New England, offer insight into handling dogs at all stages of development from brand new puppy to geriatric, so it's never too late to get started.

You will learn about:

-- Establishing leadership
-- Socialization--learning from human leaders
-- Obedience training
-- Developing life skills
-- Teaching manners
-- Dog etiquette
-- Behavior problem prevention & solutions
-- Toys, games & leisure activities

Product Details

• Paperback: 432 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks (July 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402207204
• ISBN-13: 978-1402207204
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,414,484 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2.0 out of 5 stars Okay for beginners, April 8, 2008

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Dane Mom (Washington State) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 1000 Best Dog Training Secrets (Paperback)

If you've never attended a dog obedience/manners class or read any material on the subject, this might be a good starter book. The information is basic and the list format makes the book an easy read. If you are looking for insight to help refine your current training methods, consider a more intermediate publication.

5.0 out of 5 stars training made easy, July 20, 2010

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Samy "Samy's Dog House" (Georgia) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 1000 Best Dog Training Secrets (Paperback)

This book lets you pick what you are intreste in giving aquick and inforative outline information you need.

4.0 out of 5 stars Overall a very helpful guide!, September 18, 2008

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LovesStories (Sacramento, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 1000 Best Dog Training Secrets (Paperback)

The book started off with information that I really felt did not help me. Then, as if by magic a few hundred tips in, the book changed course a bit and really started giving me the how and why. The instructions were clear and easy to follow and best of all, my puppy picked up the commands quickly.

I think the flow of the book is awkward, but if you can move past that, there really are tips and instructions in the book that can really help you. I checked my copy out at the library and am now going to buy my own.

The author's 10-week plan and follow-ups REALLY work. I promise. Patience and being clear with your verbal and physical cues will greatly improve your relationship with your pet.

Good luck.