Pick of the Litter Dog Training
South King County, WA
Jennifer Schneider, CPDT
Phone: (206) 779-3552

This book explains how and why purely positive training works. Inside, you'll find easy to read discussion of the philosophy of positive training followed by training tips and exercises. This book is geared toward the dog owner who wants to develop a relationship with their dog based on friendship and positive reinforcement, not fear and punishment. You get 30 chapters with instructive illustrations, including an easy-to-follow, step-by-step, six-week basic training program (with diary) for any dog.

Heralded by many dog trainers as 'the best dog training book ever written. A comprehensive workbook for the motivated dog owner, comprising sections on basic off-leash obedience, temperament modification, behavior troubleshooting, training theory and health care. The definitive text for lure/reward training philosophy.

The Culture Clash depicts dogs as they really are - stripped of their Hollywood fluff, with their loveable 'can I eat it, chew it, urinate on it, what's in it for me' philosophy.  Jean's tremendous affection for dogs shines through at all times, as does her keen insight into the dog's mind. Relentlessly, she champions the dog's point of view, always showing concern for their education and well being.

Combining expert training techniques with helpful advice and information, a comprehensive guide to puppy and dog care explains how to control a young pet without hurting its spirit, with tips on setting routines, preventing bad habits, grooming, health care, and the training process.

This classic is newly revised and offers the latest information, including a discussion of clicker training. Puppy owners will find answers to questions about everything from house training to discipline and will learn how to socialize a puppy to promote confidence and a sound temperament. Breeders will learn valuable information about puppy development during the first weeks of life and will gain insights to enable them to give their puppies the best start possible.

Karen Pryor clearly explains the underlying principles of behavioral training, and through numerous fascinating examples, reveals how this art can be applied to virtually any common situation.  And best of all, she tells how to do it without yelling threats, force, punishment, guilt trips--or shooting the dog.  Includes 8 methods for putting an end to all kinds of undesirable behavior, and the 10 laws of "shaping" behavior--for results without strain or pain through "affection training". 

The Toolbox is a set of principles and practices you can use to analyze and address any behavior problem you may encounter.  Unlike other problem-solving books that are limited in scope, Terry arms you with the tools you need to design your own solutions.  Her method is based on positive motivation and rewards.

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