The Dog-Driven Search: Handling Our Nose Work Dogs to Promote Independence, Joy, and Enthusiasm

by Sue Sternberg, Dana Zinn

The Dog-Driven Search is a handler's guide to working with a dog in the wonderful sport of nose work. Authors Zinn and Sternberg provide detailed explanations of human body language and the nonverbal conversations we are always having with our dogs. This book teaches the human half of the team how to fully support and trust the canine half of the team, so together they can experience the wonder of engaging in the dog's olfactory world.

Dana Zinn began her dog training career in 1998. She crafted her skills while volunteering, and eventually working at a shelter in Los Angeles. She then started her own dog training business where she helped clients with issues ranging from puppy training to aggression. Dana has studied under and worked with some of the top trainers and behaviorists in the country.

Sue Sternberg has devoted her personal and professional life to helping dogs and people live together happily. She is the author of numerous books and DVDs on dog adoption, canine body language and behavior, especially aggression. Her work educating shelter personnel on training, temperament testing and environmental enrichment has helped countless dogs find their forever homes.

Genres: Dogs

159 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 27, 2024

Reviews

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

the authors are dog trainers, not writers. if you can forgive a bit of repeating and rambling, this is an excellent book with a refreshing approach to nosework. the writers focus on independence and joy for the dog which is exactly what I aim to get out of the sport.
there's humor, good illustrations (would be better in color), and practical training exercises you can use. follow this 'method' and your nosework journey will be transformed