Kennel Club Books® presents an instructional volume dedicated to the most all-American of dogs: those marvelous mutts! This is sound advice on a timely topic, as more and more pet lovers are adopting mixed-breed companions from shelters and rescue organizations. Whether your new mixed-breed friend is a puppy or adult dog, and whether or not his parentage and background are known, you’ll find an effective approach to training your dog in Training Your Mixed Breed. Experienced animal trainer Miriam Fields-Babineau acquaints you with many common breed traits as well temperament testing to help you learn about your dog’s personality and trainability based on his lineage. If your dog’s mix is unknown, the author’s descriptions will help you make an educated assessment of possible parentage. From selecting and caring for your dog to house-training and basic obedience commands, the author presents positive-motivational ways to teach your dog. A special section on preventing and curing bad habits will be helpful to readers, ideal for adopters of adult dogs with unknown backgrounds. Explore professional-training options and head-halter training for challenging cases, and have fun with your new friend, as the author introduces you to the many canine sports available to mixed breeds and their owners, along with plenty of things to do together at home. Enjoy your one-of-a-kind canine by following the experienced advice in Training Your Mixed Breed. Illustrated with photos of the various exercises as well as plenty of adorable mutts, this book is sure to be as enjoyable as it is educational.
Miriam Fields-Babineau was able to speak to animals before she could speak to people. From her early years of communicating with cats and horses, to eventually connecting with canines and exotic creatures, her life had to be centered around animals.
Ms. Fields-Babineau began training animals professionally in 1978. In 1981 she graduated from the University of Maryland with degrees in Psychology and Zoology. In 1983 she opened the doors of Training Unlimited Animal Training and Animal Actors, Inc. offering instruction in animal communication to pet owners and providing trained animals for media productions.
Since 1985 she has published 37 pet books, several short stories, 2 novels, numerous magazine and newspaper articles and currently writes web content for 4 websites. She also designs and develops pet training tools, fanciful collars and harnesses.
In 2005, her dream of creating a luxury pet retreat bore fruit. Shady Mountain Pet Retreat offers luxury accommodations and training for dogs and cats in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.
Her love of animals continues to grow and she goes horseback riding every chance she gets.
