ABC Practical Guide to Dog Training: Proven Techniques by a Trainer of Trainers

by Steven Appelbaum

Book Overview

With the proliferation of titles in the market today, why another book on pet dog training?

Because most of them sound wonderful, but don't work! And the dogs being trained often develop problems as a result. Frustrated pet owners are looking for practical, humane answers -- that provide results.

The experienced approach contained in The ABC Practical Training Guide has proven itself with over 40,000 dog owners across the United States...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764567225
• ISBN13: 9780764567223
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: Howell (TP)
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Best dog training book

This book teaches owners how to train in a positive manner. The instructions and theories are easy to understand, and most importantly effective. Basic obedience, positive training theory, problem solving (jumping, digging etc.), off leash obedience and basic obedience are all covered in this book. I train service dogs and for basic obedience and leash training I use the methods and theories in this book. I can't say enough good things about it. :)

Very good learning theory info, but a little lacking in practical.

I really liked this book, especially the clear discussions about learning theory, using both positives and aversives correctly. How to teach most basic manners skills. I was, however, surprised by the omission of teaching a dog not to pull on leash! This is one of the most common complaints of dog owners, yet it is not covered in this book. Other than that, great stuff.

Fantasic

Well written, funtional, intelligent, effective, practical. This is one of the best I've read so far. You will not be dissapointed.

How to make "pack theory" work to one's advantage

ABC Practical Guide To Dog Training: Proven Techniques By A Trainer Of Trainers is an expertly written instructional by Steven Appelbaum (the President and CEO of Animal Behavior and Training Associates Inc., the largest independent dog training company in North America), designed specifically to teach the owner of a canine companion diverse behaviors on command. From learning how to make "pack theory" work to one's advantage; to the simple basics of how a dog learns; to establishing obedience; to selecting the right professional trainer, ABC Practical Guide To Dog Training is a "must-read" for anyone responsible for the behavior and training of the family pet.