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AGILITY

  EXCELLING AT DOG AGILITY, BOOK 2: SEQUENCE TRAINING
How to sequence smoothly from one obstacle to the next, to reach your dog's highest potential for speed and accuracy.  Learn how to develop a set of cues for communicating with your dog on the course, so he will understand your directions instantly, even at high speed and great distance.
 

  FUN NOSE WORK FOR DOGS, 2ND EDITION
Teach your dog to enjoy using his nose!  Exercises and games train scent discrimination and search skills.  For fun as well as competition tracking and competitive obedience exercises.
 

 INTERMEDIATE AGILITY WORKBOOK  
ADVANCED AGILITY WORKBOOK
Three eight-week training programs for agility!  Instructor notes, program worksheet, facility layout, exercises and more.  Great resource!

BEHAVIOR

  ON TALKING TERMS WITH DOGS: CALMING SIGNALS  

THE companion video to the popular book, " On Talking Terms with Dogs."  Shows footage of calming signals, how dogs use them, how people can use the signals in their own interactions with dogs.  The book focuses on practical understanding of the dog's body language, especially signals used to maintain the social hierarchy and to resolve conflict within the pack.
 

  CANINE SEPARATION ANXIETY WORKBOOK, 5th EDITION
A complete guide to understanding and treating canine separation anxiety.   Designed to provide the reader with the tools needed to understand and treat CSA.   Comprehensive, with a full discussion on stress and stress management; workbook explores alternative approaches to treatment.
 

  HOW DOGS LEARN
Operant conditioning is where science and dog training meet.  This new book explains every scientific concept clearly and precisely, with its relevance to your dog.  Includes a history of animal training, basic principles, behavioral diagnostics, more.

CHILDREN & DOGS

  CHILD-PROOFING YOUR DOG
Teach your pet to accept predictable inter-actions before they happen and you can own a dog that is trustworthy and great with kids.  Read this before the baby and/or the dog arrive!
 

  DOG TRAINING FOR CHILDREN VIDEO
Under the direction of Dr. Ian Dunbar, kids learn how to teach their own dogs!  Includes housetraining, early lead training, sit and down, "come", how to play the right way, more.   Also a section on agility for juniors!
 

  TOTALLY FUN THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR DOG
Games and activities for kids and canines, plus basic training tips and fascinating facts about dogs!  Variations on old games and new ideas too!
 

  YOUR DOG AND YOUR BABY - A PRACTICAL GUIDE
Anticipate and prevent problems between children and dogs.  "Action Plans" show how to overcome existing problems, and are based on the building of trust.  Forward by John Fisher.

CHOOSING A DOG

  CHOOSING A DOG FOR LIFE
Choose your next canine companion using first-hand experience and advice from breeders and owners.   Information on suitable owners, health concerns.  Excellent color photos!
 

  PERFECT MATCH: A DOG BUYER'S GUIDE
Helps you choose your ideal canine companion.  Highlights each breed's unique qualities along with great information on who should NOT own the breed.
 
GIFTS & HOBBIES

  DOG PAINTING 1840-1940 - ADDRESS BOOK
A top selling gift item that features paintings from the popular 'Dog Paining 1840 - 1940

PROBLEM SOLVING & PREVENTION

  CAUTIOUS CANINE
How to help dogs conquer their fears with desensitization and counter conditioning.  Step by step method can be used for any problem behavior that is motivated by fear - even for people!
 

  DOG AGGRESSION: BITING VIDEO  

DOG AGGRESSION: FIGHTING VIDEO  

DOG AGGRESSION 2-VOL. SET: BITING & FIGHTING (SAVE 10%)
In seminar/lecture format, see an in-depth discussion of two of the major problems facing dog owners.  Preventative measures and remedial techniques!
 


  HELP FOR YOUR SHY DOG
How to turn your terrified dog into a terrific pet with understanding, socialization, patience, and training.   Case histories of formerly shy dogs illustrate this much-needed book!
 

  HOW TO BE THE LEADER OF THE PACK
Effective, humane ways to provide leadership for your dog in every day interactions with him.  He will love you for it! 
 

  I'LL BE HOME SOON!
Help for those whose dog suffers badly from Separation Anxiety, help in preventing it from developing, and tips on how to raise a dog with good "house manners".
 

  SET OF 9 BEHAVIOR BOOKLETS (SAVE 10%)
IAN DUNBAR, US and UK Vet, Behaviorist, Trainer and Lecturer approaches training with a sense of humor.   His problem-solving techniques are humane and fun!
Set includes:  BARKING, CHEWING & TRASHING, DIGGING, FIGHTING, HOUSETRAINING, HOUSETRAINING SUPPLEMENT, PREVENTING AGGRESSION, SHYNESS/FEAR TOWARD PEOPLE, AND SOCIALIZATION.

PUPPY / TRAINING

  CANINE GOOD CITIZEN
Train your dog to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test.  The exercises are good for general training.   Includes detailed information on utilizing your dog's drive instincts.
 

  DIARY OF A 'DOTTY DOG' DOCTOR
Share John Fisher's unique insights into dog behavior and his wonderful ability to entertain!  Humorous case histories from his practice are concluded with more serious comments.
 

  THE DOG WHISPERER
A compassionate, nonviolent approach to dog training!  Learn body language, reward-based training, clicker & target training, how to humanely solve behavioral problems such as jumping, barking, digging, chewing, and mouthing.
 

  DR. DUNBAR'S GOOD LITTLE DOG BOOK
A training guide to go with the Dunbar video series "Training the Companion Dog".  All you need to develop a well-trained companion!
 

  FUN NOSE WORK FOR DOGS, 2ND EDITION
Exercises and games train scent discrimination and search skills.  For fun as well as competition tracking and competitive obedience exercises.
 

  GOOD OWNERS GREAT DOGS
Excellent choices!  Well organized, understandable and easy to practice training methods for dogs of all ages, in book and video forms.  Get both!  The book is loaded with photos, the video is one the whole family can use to train together.
 

  HOUSETRAINING  &  HOUSETRAINING SUPPLEMENT
Two concise pamphlets on how to successfully housetrain your dog by noted vet/trainer Ian Dunbar.

 


  HOW TO HOUSEBREAK YOUR DOG IN 7 DAYS, 2nd ed.


Step-by-step program for all situations, hour-by-hour schedules, paper training vs. housebreaking, how to cope with lapses and problem dogs, and understanding how your dog thinks to help train!   Utilizes crate training as a tool.
 

  HOW TO RAISE A PUPPY YOU CAN LIVE WITH

Covers planning for the new puppy, selecting a breeder,house training, where to sleep at night, bonding with your new puppy, socialization, discipline, simple commands and leash training.  Learn the stages of development and growth.  Great for new puppy buyers!


  HOW TO TEACH A NEW DOG OLD TRICKS

These off-leash, lure-reward techniques work on puppies and adult dogs alike.  Witty, humane, reliable and FUN!  Revised
 

  SIRIUS PUPPY TRAINING VIDEO

Best selling video!  Fun to watch, easy to use techniques for pups and older dogs.  Problem prevention and training information for the whole family.
 

  SIRIUS PUPPY TRAINING BOOK AND VIDEO SET (SAVE 10%)

Contains "Sirius Puppy Training" Video by Ian Dunbar and "How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks"
 

  TAKING CARE OF PUPPY BUSINESS

Positive reinforcement solutions to many common problems that frustrate new dog owners!  Deals with major issues such as crate training, housebreaking, exercise, puppy biting or mouthing, establishing a strong relationship.
 

VETERINARY HANDBOOK

  DOG OWNER'S HOME VETERINARY HANDBOOK, 3RD ED

With all new and updated material, including new photos and drawings, this is the most comprehensive, ease-to-use, up-to-date, dog care book available anywhere!   Helps you handle problems at home and know when a vet is needed.