Zak George's Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog: Proven Solutions to the Most Common Tr

Description: Zak George's Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog by Dina Roth Port, Zak George Celebrity dog trainer, YouTube sensation, and Animal Planet star Zak George presents a pragmatic issue-based guide that uses his infectiously energetic style to teach dog-lovers everything they need to know about solving common behavioral problems.A compassionate, modern, science-based approach to help you (and your dog!) with common training problems"Zak Georgetakes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page."-Dr.John Ciribassi,DVM, DACVB, coeditor ofDecoding Your DogCelebrity dog trainer and YouTube star Zak George creates the most watched dog training content in the world and has helped millions of people with their dogs. In this problem-based guide, he makes it easy to look up and solve the exact behavioral issue that youre struggling with-whether youre dealing with a new puppy, an adult dog youve had for years, or a recently adopted rescue.He also helps you prevent many of these problems from becoming established in the first place.Packed with case studies and examples from Zaks videos so you can see his dog and puppy training tactics in action, this book contains step-by-step instructions for dealing with-. Chewing.Jumping up.Barking.Play biting.Begging.Not listening.Thunderstorm phobia.Separation anxiety.Aggression.And much more!Delving deeply into why dogs do what they do and how to work through any problems that might arise, Zak proves that its never too late to correct behavioral issues. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Zak Georgeis the founder of YouTubes number one dog training destination, Zak Georges Dog Training Revolution. He has also starred in Animal Planets SuperFetch as well as the BBCs Who Let the Dogs Out, and he is the coauthor of Zak Georges Dog Training Revolution- The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Pet with Love. He lives in New Orleans.Dina Roth Portis an award-winning author and freelance journalist whose work has appeared in Glamour, Self, Prevention, WebMD, and dozens of other national publications. This is her third book. She lives in Boca Raton. Review "Zak George takes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page. His techniques for managing common training problems are spot-on."—Dr. John Ciribassi, DVM, DACVB, past president of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior and coeditor of Decoding Your Dog Promotional Celebrity dog trainer, YouTube sensation, and Animal Planet star Zak George presents a pragmatic issue-based guide that uses his infectiously energetic style to teach dog-lovers everything they need to know about solving common behavioral problems. Review Quote "Zak George takes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page. His techniques for managing common training problems are spot-on." --Dr. John Ciribassi , DVM, DACVB, past president of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior and coeditor of Decoding Your Dog Promotional "Headline" Celebrity dog trainer, YouTube sensation, and Animal Planet star Zak George presents a pragmatic issue-based guide that uses his infectiously energetic style to teach dog-lovers everything they need to know about solving common behavioral problems. Excerpt from Book Chapter One Ten Essentials for a Well-Behaved Dog Having worked with so many dogs over the years, I can tell you that every single one of them is a unique individual. And when it comes to training, each one requires a tailored approach. The dog you had growing up or at any time in the past will be different from the one you have now. In fact, if I could change one thing about how people view teaching dogs, it would be this very thing. Too often, we have the tendency to think about dogs as though they are computers simply needing to be programmed. Many people believe that you can train every dog the same way. Thats simply not true. Others think theres one set of training principles for German Shepherds, one for Labradors, one Cocker Spaniels, and so on. This, too, is incorrect, but even some of my own colleagues fall victim to these broad stereotypes. I wont focus on teaching you quick fixes or on getting you results with shallow or gimmicky dog training advice. Instead, I will offer you sound advice that can help you train your dog to her full potential. Throughout this book, I will help you through the most common issues people face with their dogs. And I will address each topic individually, step-by-step. However, its critical to know that there are some fundamentals that everyone needs to consider when training dogs--no matter what youre teaching. As you train your dog and try to work through issues ranging from leashing pulling, barking, and jumping up to hyperactivity, anxiety, and aggressive behaviors, make sure you first address the points I cover in this chapter. The following ten basic concepts are non-negotiable for every dog if you hope to have great results: 1. Make Your Relationship Top Priority. Think about why you got a dog to begin with. It was probably because you wanted a loyal, loving companion who can totally enrich your life, right? Almost nobody gets a dog because they want an unemotional animal who acts like a robot. And thats a great thing! If you were creating a building that you cared about, you would make sure that the foundation of that structure was solid and that every brick was in place, and that there were no weak points so that everything built on top of it would be solid, too. Well, the relationship you have with your dog is also critical. When it comes to training, its the foundation that everything else is built on. Never compromise it. In fact, make your bond the centerpiece of all training moving forward. If you dont, then its unrealistic to expect meaningful results. Too often people get dogs and they hold them to unrealistic, rigid standards immediately. I get it! You want your dog to listen right from the beginning--and thats fine. However, youve really got to choose your battles with a new dog. The beginning is such a crucial time to establish trust and love, and this should take precedence over everything else. See, its easy to get into a trap of constantly correcting a dog, particularly a brand-new puppy or a dog straight out of a shelter. However, at first, I just want you to work on your bond with your dog more than anything else. Thats because effective training requires you to have mutually earned trust between the two of you. That takes time. So be tolerant and focus on really connecting with your dog over those first few weeks (regardless of her age). The relationship you build will be the cornerstone for everything. The most epic dog Ive ever known was my dog Venus. Yes, I am biased, but really... she was incredible. She was the first dog who, as an adult, I committed to teaching at a high level. At first, I got her because I wanted a Frisbee dog and a companion. Well, I certainly got those two things and so much more. Venus completely changed my life. She showed me that not only are dogs capable of much more than I had ever thought possible, but they also have the immense capacity to love and enrich our lives in ways that are difficult to put into words. Surely anyone who has ever loved a dog will relate. Yes, Venus excelled at training, and she was an incredible pupil. But looking back at her life in its totality now, I understand that the bond we had together and the love we had for one another meant far more to me than all of her accomplishments combined. What if you feel that youve already been too hard on your dog? Is it too late to establish a better relationship? The good news is that dogs are great at appreciating life in the moment. They dont hold grudges. If you take your time and remain tolerant and understanding from now on, you can still develop a strong relationship. So how do you go about bonding with your dog? First, know that this is such a personal thing--it really depends on the dog. However, in my experience, Ive found that if you can get your dog playing with you, you will be on the right track towards building a tight bond. Researchers have discovered that dogs enjoy exercise in a similar way that humans do: a study in the Journal of Experimental Biology found that dogs can actually experience a "runners high". So, pair that with the fact that dogs historically love working with and just being with humans, and youll find that some playtime together can do wonders for your relationship. Maybe your dog is more mellow. Maybe shes more reserved and just not into vigorous play. Thats ok too! Find what does make your dog happy and focus on that. Some dogs love being pet affectionately. Others enjoy going for a stroll around the block and taking in all of the great smells, sounds, and sights. Others just love snuggling next to you on the couch. Whats critical is taking advantage of every opportunity to make sure that your dog knows she can count on you to make her happy. Of course, to bond with your dog and teach her that she can trust you, you also have to be a good pet parent in other ways. For instance, feeding your dog healthy food, making sure she gets plenty of water, taking her for regular vet visits, and giving her basic affection are critical. The same goes for learning your dogs body language and understanding when shes happy, sad, scared, or in pain. I think youll find that these things become somewhat intuitive as you get to know your dog! Every person and every dog is different and building a relationship between you and your dog will be a unique process. However, remember that just as you easily fell in love with your dog, its just as easy for her to fall in love with you: a study published in Science found that when humans and their dogs simply look into one anothers eyes, they experience the same boost in oxytocin--the feel-good hormone--as mothers and infants do. In other words, with a little bit of effort on your part, you can have strong bond with your pet that will last for years to come. Details ISBN039958241X Author Zak George Pages 240 Year 2019 ISBN-10 039958241X ISBN-13 9780399582417 Format Paperback Imprint Ten Speed Press Subtitle Proven Solutions to the Most Common Training Problems for All Ages, Breeds, and Mixes Country of Publication United States Publisher Ten Speed Press Place of Publication Berkeley CA DEWEY 636.70835 Short Title Zak Georges Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog Language English UK Release Date 2019-07-09 Publication Date 2019-07-09 AU Release Date 2019-07-09 NZ Release Date 2019-07-09 US Release Date 2019-07-09 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:124842974;

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