Dog Training by Bash: The Tried and True Techniques of the Dog Trainer to the Stars (Signet) [Paperback]

Bash Dibra (Author), Elizabeth Randolph (Author)

Book Description

Series: Signet | Publication Date: February 4, 1992

The acclaimed animal trainer teaches dog owners how to think like a dog, housebreak their canine, learn special techniques to deal with serious problems, choose the right dog, and more. Reprint.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

The ebullient Dibra relays such infinite dedication to, and compassion for, man's best friend that readers cannot help sharing them. Drawing examples from his vast experience with New York City dog owners (whose prominent names clutter these pages), with performing dogs (he's trained more than 1000) and with his thoroughly trained wolf, Mariah (to whom the book is dedicated), Dibra with Family Circle columnist Randolph assesses the potential pet's temperament; training for basic obedience; off-leash work, guard duty and performing; solving aggression-related disorders, and more. All the while encouraging the reader to "try to figure out what your dog is perceiving and feeling," he also outlines specific strategies for particularly thorny problems, such as "deprogramming" an adult German shepherd that had been employed as a guard dog. Although not everyone will relish his anecdotes of the rich and famous, Dibra's insider information pays off with an amusing glimpse into the Reagan White House, where a pet Bouvier des Flandressic is seen herding the ex-president and nipping at his heels. Illustrations not seen by PW.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal

This guide to basic dog obedience training is great fun to read, yet realistic in its approach. Bash Dibra is well known as a dog trainer for the rich and famous, but his methods are simple and based on a thorough understanding of canine behavior. "Patience, persistence and praise" are the bywords of his training techniques. The book covers socializing a new pet, basic on- and off-leash obedience, correcting bad habits, and teaching tricks. The text is enhanced with anecdotes about various well-connected canine clients. The obedience training techniques described here are standard fare, but the learning process is clarified through Bash's explanations of why dogs act the way they do. This is well-written, accurate, and informative, and more entertaining than most books on the subject. A worthwhile consideration for public libraries.
- Deborah Emerson, Monroe Community Coll., Rochester, N.Y.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Signet (February 4, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0451171667
• ISBN-13: 978-0451171665
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,490,394 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helped this novice..., January 6, 2001

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This review is from: Dog Training by Bash: The Tried and True Techniques of the Dog Trainer to the Stars (Signet) (Paperback)

I'd just like to say this is a GREAT book for a beginner. I had never trained (or owned) a dog before and not only do I now have a great dog (Chloe) but people are always telling how well trained she is. And she's never been to an obedience class. This sounds cliché but this book is the reason I have a trained dog. It leads you through step-by-step w/ pictures and very sound advice. I found it different form all the other training things I've read in that this one makes sense. If you are worried about training your dog, this is the book to have.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Throw it in your cart and get it!, October 15, 2005

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This review is from: Dog Training by Bash: The Tried and True Techniques of the Dog Trainer to the Stars (Signet) (Paperback)

I only take the time to write reviews for things that are really great or really bad. Must have's or must avoids. This is a great book. I have owned this book for about 12 years. I have had friends with "problem" dogs, and others that just needed help with dog training, and have let them borrow this book - with the comment that they better return it because it's really important to me. They've all used it, found it useful, and thank goodness - returned it. Now I see that it's under $7 - I should have bought them their own copy! Just get the book. You may want others, but you'll definitely want this one too. Another great book is "The Art of Raising a Puppy" by the Monks of New Skete - go read the reviews. I have German Shepherds (GSD's) and these books make a huge difference. They help you understand how GSD's think and why they do what they do. Have fun...

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Basic and bland., June 21, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Dog Training by Bash: The Tried and True Techniques of the Dog Trainer to the Stars (Signet) (Paperback)

This is traditional, tried and true, basic dog training. I have been training for over 25 years and I keep reading dog training books looking for some new and originial training techniques. I didn't find any here. I don't believe that personal anectodes about other peoples' dog problems really helps the inexperienced dog owner, although it is sometimes fun reading. For an inexpensive and portable guide to training, its a good buy. But for a completely new trainer, it is probably not clear enough.