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by Deborah Wood (Author) "Your shy dog isn't alone: Shyness ranks behind only aggression as the most common behavioral problem in dogs..." (more)
Key Phrases: nervous defecation, many fearful dogs, shy dog, Golden Retriever, Canine Good Citizen, American Kennel Club (more...)
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At last! Here is a book that gets serious about the myriad problems that come with owning a shy dog and offers sensible and knowledgeable solutions.***I can vouch for a lot of Wood's advice, some of which flies in the face of conventional wisdom. For example, I've noticed that many people respond to my dog's shyness by kneeling down. I suppose they think the timid dog will feel less threatened by a human with reduced stature. In fact, all my shy dogs have been terrified when confronted with a crouching stranger.***I've had to devote a lot of training time to this little understood fact, so I was sold on Wood's book the moment I came upon the heading, "Don't necessarily Squat."***This is a highly readable, useful, thorough and encouraging book. I'm grateful to have a book like this to recomment to every trainer and teacher, because shy dogs are everywhere. Get copies for yourself, your friends and for your students! -- Front and Finish, November 1999, book review by Sandy Mowery

I recently got a copy of [this] super new book by Deborah Wood which deserves some attention. *** This book is a breath of fresh air for anyone who has lived with a shy dog and been subjected to lots of questionable advice on how to "cure" their pet of its hangups. *** {Wood] makes some great points about handlers who are unknowingly "enablers" to their shy dogs and encourages reading canine body language, understanding pack structure and the benefits of basic training as ways to help your dog overcome its fears. ***This would be a beneficial addition to club libraries and should probably be required reading for anyone teaching classes for the public. How many of us are really comfortable dealing with the dog who spends the entire class trying to hide under a chair? -- Front and Finish, October 1999,

[This book] is a must for anyone instructing dog training classes and a valuable source of sound advice for all other trainers who may now, or some day, have a shy dog." Author Deborah Wood, with delightful illustrations by Amy Aitken, provides the experienced and inexperienced dog owner with advice on recognizing fear in a dog followed by step-by-step guide through training and socialization, which will lead to a dog an owner can enjoy. -- Front and Finish, October 1999,

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Fifteen to twenty percent of dogs are born with a tendency towards introversion and fearfulness, leading to behaviors like uncontrolled submissive urination, fear-aggression, and inability to bond with humans. With understanding and the right training, fearful dogs need not be condemned as bad pets; rather, they can become some of the happiest and most deeply bonded dogs around—the epitome of great pets.

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  • Paperback: 192 pages
  • Publisher: Howell Book House; 1 edition (June 14, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0876050364
  • ISBN-13: 978-0876050361
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #41,992 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Rescue help, October 8, 2001
By Lori L. Wolstenholme (Milwaukee, WI United States) - See all my reviews
I recently rescued a shy, abused German Shepherd dog and wanted to read all I could before he came home. This book started me on the right track to make the transition smooth to his new home. The advise in this book also matches all the advice I have gotten from my training instructor that teaches me and my new dog in our Shy Dog Class. He has come a long way using the techniques and rewards found in this book. It is definately worth every penny towards having a happier, calmer, companion.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Help for Your Shy Dog, November 28, 1999
By Joan M. Harrigan (Lucerne-in-Maine, Maine) - See all my reviews
I wish that this had been available years ago when I owned a corgi with some of the problems covered in this book. Deborah Wood provides common sense solutions and practical techniques for dealing with shyness and its manifestations in dogs. I didn't pursue obedience beyond the basics, because I felt that my corgi would not enjoy it -- now I realize that continuing in a good training class would have been an excellent way to help her overcome her lack of confidence around strangers. I don't recall seeing another dog training book specifically geared toward these issues, and thought that the profiles of actual dogs and their owners who worked beyond the problems shyness can cause were especially helpful. I'd recommend this book to shelter workers, trainers, and anyone else who wants to add to their general knowledge of dogs. It will have a permanent place on my bookshelf!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Shy pup., March 24, 2002
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When I first got my German Shephard Pup, she was 14 weeks old. She was skinny, malnourished, very timid of people and particually other dogs. She would shake uncontrolably outside our home, and she would submisively wee for every person she met on the street. This book helped me understand what my dog was feeling, and of course most importantly it helped me deal with her behavior. Highly recommended!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A good support tool
This book is a good support tool for working with a shy dog. The book was recommended to me by a dog trainer for my puppy, who is shy around people. Read more
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The book was okay. Had some inspiring stories. I was looking for more practical strategies to deal with my very shy dog. Read more
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I almost didn't get this book, when I was shopping on line, BUT I am soooo glad that I did. I found it very helpful for working with my dog. Read more
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1.0 out of 5 stars This Book is a Total Waste of Your Money and Time
I just recently acquired a somewhat shy mini-dachshund and needed instruction on how to assist him in overcoming his apprehensions. Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars ok book
Okay book, a litlle disappointed since she stresses over and over training since I did that with my Ted already....many of the ideas in her book are really common sense
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A lot of good ideas for helping a shy dog to become a great member of your pack. It helped me to realize that my rescued shy dog will get better with time and there are actions I... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars So reassuring and helpful
I'm so glad I found this book. The real-life stories she shares have helped me understand my sweet-but-fearful dog so much better. Read more
Published 24 months ago by S. Wiles

4.0 out of 5 stars Encouragement and Useful General Info
There is a lot to like about Deborah Wood's book. She has an obvious compassion for dogs who are shy, and shares the story of her own timid dog, as well as others. Read more
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