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Dogs Behaving Badly: An A-Z Guide to Understanding and Curing Behavorial Problems in Dogs
Written with wit, wisdom, and compassion, this easy--to--use A--to--Z reference is a godsend for dog owners and prospective dog owners.
Dr. Nicholas Dodman, expert animal psychologist and acclaimed author of The Dog Who Loved Too Much , gets us inside the minds of our pets to learn what makes them do the crazy things they do.
From aggression to zoonosis and just about everything in between, Dr. Dodman draws on case histories from his own practice at the prestigious Tufts University Veterinary Center and offers fresh and incredibly useful tips that apply the latest discoveries in canine behaviorism and pharmacology. Here are simple, sensible, step-by-step instructions on diet, exercise, environment, and lifestyle changes that any pet owner can safely implement to effect seemingly miraculous improvement in their dog's behavior. Authoritative, entertaining, and immensely practical, Dr. Dodman proves that when it comes to caring for man's best friend, he's the best friend we have.
Dr. Nicholas Dodman, expert animal psychologist and acclaimed author of The Dog Who Loved Too Much , gets us inside the minds of our pets to learn what makes them do the crazy things they do.
From aggression to zoonosis and just about everything in between, Dr. Dodman draws on case histories from his own practice at the prestigious Tufts University Veterinary Center and offers fresh and incredibly useful tips that apply the latest discoveries in canine behaviorism and pharmacology. Here are simple, sensible, step-by-step instructions on diet, exercise, environment, and lifestyle changes that any pet owner can safely implement to effect seemingly miraculous improvement in their dog's behavior. Authoritative, entertaining, and immensely practical, Dr. Dodman proves that when it comes to caring for man's best friend, he's the best friend we have.
306 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1999
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August 8, 2017
A lot of practical advise paired with what ifs that occur when dogs are allowed to get away with behaviors big and small. Brought up many scenarios I hadn't considered to be problems. Also helped very much to just learn basic canine thinking patterns.
Especially loved the 12 step program of rehab for dogs in the appendix!!
Great book even if your pooch seems perfect!!
Especially loved the 12 step program of rehab for dogs in the appendix!!
Great book even if your pooch seems perfect!!
February 14, 2023
Doctor Dodman is a very compassionate man who loves animals and who has a wealth of knowledge to share here.
He covers all of the main "bad" behaviors that dogs get into, and how an owner can handle them through better training.
He covers all of the main "bad" behaviors that dogs get into, and how an owner can handle them through better training.
August 13, 2008
The writer's style can be sometimes tedious. I picked up this book because he sounded interesting when I heard him on PBS. Although I had been exposed to most of what he talked about, he added new insights. He is certainly a proponent of positive training approach. I can't believe the extreme behavior and I assume great expense some owners went through in some of the cases he cited.
September 12, 2011
Is your dog acting weird? Dr. Dodman may have some answers (and funny/strange anecdotes) to help you out. My full review: http://thedoggerel.wordpress.com/2011...
September 15, 2012
My GO TO book with my dogs when they are behaving badly.
July 28, 2014
in general lots of good info/some of the behavioral approaches and suggestions seem outdated
June 5, 2015
Clear, sensible training ideas, and interesting case history-type stories about problem dogs. Got some good, useful info from this one.
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