Beginning Family Dog Training

by Patricia B. McConnell

A must have for any dog owner, this user-friendly and engaging book employs gentle and effective methods rather than punishment-oriented techniques that so often lead to aggression. Covering commands from sit and down to heeling and coming when called, this book explains how dogs communicate, think, and learn in order to train them effectively with scientifically-based, humane methods. If you love dogs, you'll love this book!

Genres: Dogs, Nonfiction, Animals

68 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

About the author

Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, (CAAB) has made a lifelong commitment to improving the relationship between people and animals. She is known worldwide as an expert on canine and feline behavior and dog training, and for her engaging and knowledgeable dog training books, DVDs and seminars. Patricia has seen clients for serious behavioral problems since 1988, and is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Zoology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, teaching "The Biology and Philosophy of Human/Animal Relationships." For fourteen years she dispensed advice about behavior problems, and information about animal behavior research, on Wisconsin Public Radio's Calling All Pets, which was heard in over 90 cities around the country.

Patricia received her Ph.D. in Zoology in 1988 from the University of Wisconsin-Madison researching dog behavior and communication between professional trainers and working domestic animals.

Reviews

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

McConnell has a great approach to dog training. She is my hero when it comes to dog training. I really should pick up some more of her books and keep training Fezzik.

[Kelly A · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect easily-accessible training book for any dog owner - McConnell's approach respects dogs and owners, and is presented clearly. My go-to gift for those adding a dog to their life!

[Ellen Stanhorne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the book I recommend to just about all new dog owners. Really sets the stage well for getting the fundamentals right when bringing home a new puppy.