The everything essential dog training and tricks book : all you need to train your dog in no time

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The everything essential dog training and tricks book : all you need to train your dog in no time

Author:

Bielakiewicz, Gerilyn J.

ISBN:

9781440590191

Physical Description:

288 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.

Series:

Everything series.

General Note:

"Contains material adapted from The everything dog training and tricks book"--T.p. verso.

Contents:

Introduction -- Why teach tricks? -- What's your dog like? -- Clicker training -- Dog training basics -- Kindergarten tricks -- Retrieving tricks -- Show-off tricks -- Techniques and tools for problem solving -- A word about punishment -- Training a more desirable behavior -- Barking problems and solutions -- Fears and phobias -- Housebreaking 101 -- Pulling on the leash -- Lunging and on-leash aggression -- Running away -- Jumping on people -- Dogs who dig -- Special concerns for puppies and families.

Subject Term:

Dogs -- Training.

Dogs -- Behavior.

Summary:

The bond between you and your dog can be strengthen through training together. Bielakiewicz shows you how to introduce new skills the right way. You'll learn to teach your dog simple commands, and control problem behaviors such as excessive barking or jumping.

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There is nothing like the bond between you and your dog, and that bond can be strengthened through training together. Let Certified Pet Dog Trainer Gerilyn J. Bielakiewicz show you how to introduce new skills the right way and teach your dog simple commands, crowd-pleasing tricks, and everything in between!
You'll learn how to: Control excessive barking Housebreak a puppy or adult dog Stop jumping and other problem behaviors Teach tricks based on your dog's temperament Walk your dog on-leash safely Use treats, clickers, and toys for training Featuring fun photos that showcase easy tricks, this all-in-one resource is your ultimate guide for a well-behaved and happy pet!

Author Notes

Gerilyn J. Bielakiewicz, CPDT, has more than two decades of experience teaching people and dogs and is the cofounder of Canine University, a popular dog training facility in Maiden, MA. She is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer, a Keren Pryor Clicker Trainer partner, and a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and the Golden Retriever Club of America. She lives in Wakefield, MA.

Introduction	p. 11
Chapter 1 Why Teach Tricks?	p. 13
Training Improves Your Relationship	p. 13
Trick Training Leads to Better Training	p. 14
The Importance of Consistency	p. 16
Fix Behavior Problems	p. 17
Chapter 2 What's Your Dog Like?	p. 20
How Well Do You Know Your Dog?	p. 20
Energy Level	p. 21
Personality	p. 22
Keep Safety in Mind	p. 24
What Motivates Your Pooch?	p. 24
Chapter 3 Clicker Training	p. 31
The Kindness Revolution in Dog Training	p. 31
Getting Started with a Clicker	p. 32
Shaping	p. 34
Using Lures in Training	p. 39
Targeting	p. 40
Labeling Behavior	p. 45
Weaning off the Clicker and Treats	p. 45
Chapter 4 Dog Training Basics	p. 48
Invest in the Future	p. 48
Teaching the Basics	p. 52
Steps to Success	p. 61
Working on the Quality of the Trick	p. 63
Chapter 5 Kindergarten Tricks	p. 66
Teaching Simple Tricks	p. 66
Polite Pawing	p. 67
Calm Canines	p. 72
Who Loves an Audience?	p. 77
Social Graces	p. 83
Chapter 6 Retrieving Tricks	p. 85
Shaping the Retrieve	p. 85
Links and Chains	p. 87
The Retrieving Tricks	p. 88
Delivery Tricks	p. 93
The Next Level	p. 97
Chapter 7 Show-Off Tricks	p. 102
Fancy Dogs	p. 102
Humble Dogs	p. 108
Family Tricks	p. 109
Supersmart Tricks	p. 111
Multi-Dog Tricks	p. 118
Tips for a Better Performance	p. 125
Chapter 8 Techniques and Tools for Problem Solving	p. 126
Set the Best Environment	p. 126
Analyze the Problem	p. 127
Behavior Management	p. 129
Alternate Behavior	p. 131
Problem-Solving Tools	p. 133
Chapter 9 A Word about Punishment	p. 138
Punishment Can Make Things Worse	p. 138
Punishment Is Reactive	p. 139
Timing Is Everything	p. 140
Redirect the Behavior	p. 141
Establishing New Patterns	p. 141
The Fallout of Punishment: Aggression	p. 143
Chapter 10 Training a More Desirable Behavior	p. 146
Have a Plan	p. 146
Solutions to Breed-Specific Behavior Problems	p. 152
Practice Makes Perfect	p. 154
When Things Go Wrong	p. 159
Classical Conditioning Tools	p. 160
Chapter 11 Barking Problems and Solutions	p. 162
Why Do Dogs Bark Excessively?	p. 162
Mindful Management	p. 163
Motivation Determines Solutions	p. 169
Dogs Who Bark at Visitors	p. 170
Dogs Who Bark for Attention	p. 174
Chapter 12 Fears and Phobias	p. 177
Make a Commitment to Training	p. 177
Genetics, Abuse, or a Lack of Exposure?	p. 179
Unrealistic Expectations	p. 182
Now Get Busy Training	p. 183
Chapter 13 Housebreaking 101	p. 188
Why Things Go Wrong	p. 188
Using a Crate to Help Housebreak Your Dog	p. 189
Charting Your Dog's Progress	p. 191
Using a Leash for Potty Trips	p. 193
Confinement Works	p. 195
Proper Cleanup Procedures for Accidents	p. 198
Chapter 14 Pulling on the Leash	p. 202
The Only Solution Is Training	p. 202
Walk Without Pulling	p. 204
Adding Duration to Your Walks	p. 206
Choose Rewards Carefully	p. 210
Training Equipment	p. 212
Chapter 15 Lunging and On-Leash Aggression	p. 217
Leashes Can Cause Aggressive Behavior	p. 217
Bad Leash Manners Get Dogs Into Trouble	p. 218
The Leash	p. 220
Teach Your Dog to Leave It	p. 224
The Bar Is Open	p. 228
Chapter 16 Running Away	p. 231
Use a Leash to Control the Variables	p. 231
Leadership Matters	p. 233
Building a Foundation for Come	p. 236
An Ounce of Prevention	p. 238
Chapter 17 Jumping on People	p. 243
Why Do Dogs Jump?	p. 243
The Welcoming Committee	p. 244
Define Your Dog's Greatest Distraction	p. 247
Teaching Sit/Stay with Duration	p. 249
Creating a Sitting Maniac	p. 250
Chapter 18 Dogs Who Dig	p. 253
Why Do Dogs Dig?	p. 253
Prevention Is Key	p. 257
Legal Digging Zone	p. 258
Chapter 19 Special Concerns for Puppies and Families	p. 261
Adding a Puppy to Your Growing Family	p. 261
Training for Peaceful Coexistence	p. 263
Management Basics	p. 264
Supervision	p. 266
Socialization Is Key	p. 267
Socializing Your Dog to Other Dogs	p. 270
Socialization to People	p. 272
Appendix: Resources	p. 275
Index	p. 279

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