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My Smart Puppy (TM): Fun, Effective, and Easy Puppy Training
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Sarah Wilson is the author of many books on living with and educating dogs, including My Smart Puppy, Childproofing your Dog and Tails from the Barkside. She lives in Connecticut with her dogs, Pip and PJ.
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80 of 80 people found the following review helpful
By Rachel J.
Format:Hardcover
Hi! I got the My Smart Puppy book on Friday and read the whole thing by Saturday! Hudson and I have already played all the Level I games. He is perfect at some already (since we've already been training), but we will continue to improve at others.
What I want to say is that it is, hands down, the most wonderful book on training I have read since I decided to get a dog pal. I read Good Owners, Great Dogs and Metrodog too, and I loved them both, but there is something about the tone of MSP that beats all.
The whole thought of looking at training as a series of "games" is awesome. And, you know what? The best thing was the included DVD. I had read about half the book, and then watched the DVD. I realized that while I consider myself an effusive person (especially with Hudson), I really could stand to be a lot more joyful and playful with Hudson during training. I was being very businesslike about it. I really needed to see Sarah and Brian's attitude with the dogs to understand what they mean about showing enthusiasm. My relationship with Hudson improved THAT DAY! I have been trying to mimic the tone in the DVD, and we are both enjoying our time together so much more. Hudson is suddenly so much more responsive, and now I realize that treats aren't even necessary anymore for the behaviors he already knows.
Hudson and I are having a GREAT time. I'm amazed at how responsive he is when I step into his space or block him with my body. I couldn't believe it would work, but it does. We are already close to having him sit every time I stand in front of him!
Oh, and the words "Smart Puppy" really help too. When you say "What a Smart Puppy!!!" to your dog, you can't help sounding happy and believing it!
What I want to say is that it is, hands down, the most wonderful book on training I have read since I decided to get a dog pal. I read Good Owners, Great Dogs and Metrodog too, and I loved them both, but there is something about the tone of MSP that beats all.
The whole thought of looking at training as a series of "games" is awesome. And, you know what? The best thing was the included DVD. I had read about half the book, and then watched the DVD. I realized that while I consider myself an effusive person (especially with Hudson), I really could stand to be a lot more joyful and playful with Hudson during training. I was being very businesslike about it. I really needed to see Sarah and Brian's attitude with the dogs to understand what they mean about showing enthusiasm. My relationship with Hudson improved THAT DAY! I have been trying to mimic the tone in the DVD, and we are both enjoying our time together so much more. Hudson is suddenly so much more responsive, and now I realize that treats aren't even necessary anymore for the behaviors he already knows.
Hudson and I are having a GREAT time. I'm amazed at how responsive he is when I step into his space or block him with my body. I couldn't believe it would work, but it does. We are already close to having him sit every time I stand in front of him!
Oh, and the words "Smart Puppy" really help too. When you say "What a Smart Puppy!!!" to your dog, you can't help sounding happy and believing it!
48 of 48 people found the following review helpful
By Sandra Moore
Format:Hardcover
My Smart Puppy is one of those books you want to tell everyone about. The training exercises are short and simple (and fun!), and the training is done in stages (levels). Each exercise is prefaced with a Goal, then how to get there in beautifully explained detail. The details of each exercise are not long and drawn out, because they don't have to be. There are 2 to 4 steps in each exercise. The concept of dog training in this book is a common sense approach and works toward the overall desired results, which is a puppy who learns to behave well and a bond that is formed between you and your puppy. It comes with a DVD that shows exactly how to do some of the exercises (very cute to see puppies learning new things for the first time). A puppy loves to learn and these exercises give it that opportunity, and the mental stimulation all puppies and dogs need, as well as learning that you are his gentle and fair leader.
These exercises are for foundational training beyond just the sit and down and walk. There's the "Leave it", "Mine", "Space", and many many more. There's also a chapter on Understanding Training. The book gives you an understanding of how puppies think and learn.
The book also deals with behaviorial problems (that we all encounter with our pups) and not only references the exercise that needs to be done for a certain behavior, but the page number as well. I can't say enough about the well written style of this great book and the effectiveness of the exercises. If people would do these simple training exercises with their puppies, there would be a lot less dogs with behavior problems in the shelters. I don't see any reason why these exercises can't be done with adult dogs also, who are in need of basic foundational training that they never got as puppies.
These exercises are for foundational training beyond just the sit and down and walk. There's the "Leave it", "Mine", "Space", and many many more. There's also a chapter on Understanding Training. The book gives you an understanding of how puppies think and learn.
The book also deals with behaviorial problems (that we all encounter with our pups) and not only references the exercise that needs to be done for a certain behavior, but the page number as well. I can't say enough about the well written style of this great book and the effectiveness of the exercises. If people would do these simple training exercises with their puppies, there would be a lot less dogs with behavior problems in the shelters. I don't see any reason why these exercises can't be done with adult dogs also, who are in need of basic foundational training that they never got as puppies.
32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
By Wanda Rice
Format:Hardcover
I have read several books by the authors, so was excited to see this new book out just as I was contemplating getting a puppy. It is filled with great advice that just makes sense. A super addition is the training DVD. This allowed everyone in my family to be exposed to the training principles (over and over) without my having to read the book out loud. This is a great combo for families considering or getting a puppy.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Resource
Great resource for new puppy owners. Brian and Sarah know their stuff. The video that is included is a fast watch and useful.
Published 4 days ago by Susan H. Lohrer
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great book, but the DVD was damaged.
We really enjoyed the book, particularly the early chapters which really help you understand how to approach training. Read more
Published 12 days ago by P. Hanlin
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good book
Gave this book to a friend who wanted to breed dogs and thought she could find good information in it; I do not know the oucome for her
Published 1 month ago by Toots
4.0 out of 5 stars
very helpful
I enjoyed this book. It's very helpful with understanding simple behavior and gives some step by step techniques. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jill Lehmann
5.0 out of 5 stars
puppy training
invaluable tool, our husky learned many important behaviors quickly, which are geared to keeping him as well as people around him safe
Published 2 months ago by ellen norton
1.0 out of 5 stars
Watch out! DVD is missing from the book
I ordered this book for the DVD.
I had just finished 4 training books, so didn't really want to read more, but other training videos were expensive and thought this was a good... Read more
I had just finished 4 training books, so didn't really want to read more, but other training videos were expensive and thought this was a good... Read more
Published 2 months ago by soo jin chung
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow great book for adults and children
This book covers a little bit of everything and is especially great for the kids too, the video is really helpful for our new baby!! 5 STARS
Published 2 months ago by Tracy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very well done book
This is a very informative book. Great DVD that came with it too. Great book to get BEFORE you get a puppy!Good for after too! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jeanie Buck
2.0 out of 5 stars
poor
I waited three weeks for this book. When I received the book, the cover was missing and the book was dirty. However, the book did come with the CD.
Published 3 months ago by jay
5.0 out of 5 stars
you can trust this seller & the product was fantastic
I only have a few weeks before my puppy comes home and wanted a QUICK review of training tips. This DVD is very informative and was exactly what I was looking for. Read more
Published 3 months ago by fan of Kate Chopin
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