Best Dog Training

Question: What is the best dog training book?

(Posted by: Erika *mom to one fabulous pom* on 2009-10-19 13:46:07)

I have an 11 wk old pom that I want to train for manners and tricks. I blieve a happy dog is a well trained dog. Should I look for a specific book or writer? Should the book be breed specific (does that make a difference) thanks

Posted by: Gideon C on 2009-10-20, 08:14:50

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Posted by: daa on 2009-10-19, 13:54:03

There are lots of books out there, and lots of different training styles. Try a few and see what feels best for you and your dog. One I particularly like is "The Power of Positive Dog Training ", by Pat Miller ( amazon.com/ gp/ product/ 0470241845?tag= kindlemania-20 ). It includes both basic obedience and tricks.

Posted by: bXrlucy on 2009-10-19, 14:41:06

For a new owner there are so many good books, but I think the It's Me Or The Dog: How To Have The Perfect Pet book is quite good considering. It is easy to read, nicely set out, and Ms.Stilwell is an advocate of the positive reinforcement training. I actually managed to get 8 copies very cheaply to put in our puppy packs for new owners and have had lots of encouraging feedback. Definitely worth a look.

Posted by: tiptoptraining on 2009-10-19, 15:11:01

The Pat Miller book is good. My favorite is Patricia McConnell's books, either the Puppy Primer or Family Friendly Dog Training is a good start. patriciamcconnell.com/ category/ dog-training-books There are also some good videos, especially this one on teaching a good recall, which can be a lifesaving skill: patriciamcconnell.com/ product/ lassie-come-dvd-dog-recall-training