Recommended Reading

The title says it all! This book is written very clearly and sensibly and lays out an easy-to-follow training plan. It doesn’t try to problem-solve every contingency, but as a basic book I love it. I wish I could just put it in the hands of a number of clients and have them read it then I’d hardly even need to show up!

Do you have a shy dog, or one who “doesn’t like some people” (or places, or other dogs, or events)? This wonderful book explains the importance of good socialization and gives clear step-by-step instructions on how to overcome shyness or fearfulness in your dog.

Does your dog panic when you leave? If you come home to a scene of destruction, angry messages from your neighbors about howling or barking, and an upset dog, this book on treating separation anxiety will help you! (Also in ebook format)

This book has become the new standard for dog professionals. (Also available in ebook format.)

“If you have a dog who is barking and lunging at other dogs while on leash, you are not alone. It’s a very common behavior problem, even if the same dog gets along well with others OFF leash. It is also a problem with a high rate of successful treatment. What you can get from this booklet is the ability to leash-walk your dog around others, whether it’s down the sidewalk or at the vet clinic, knowing that your dog will walk politely by another dog, rather than causing a scene. Methods are totally positive reinforcement.”
Also available in ebook format.

If your dog gets growly over items in his possession – whether it’s a bone, your shoe, your bed, or yourself – this booklet is what you need.  Also available in ebook format.

If your dog bullies other dogs, or becomes fearful, defensive or snappy when other dogs approach, read this booklet to help you understand and prepare for a behavior modification program. (Also available in ebook format.)

Dogs bark for a number of reasons, and this book will explain them all and help you control barking of all types.

Use positive reinforcement methods to teach your dogs to be polite with each other as well as with you. Includes information on introducing new dogs to the household.

Aggression, stealing things off the counter, barking, housebreaking problems, not coming when called, fearfulness – these are just some of the many topics addressed in Jean Donaldson’s book and CD-ROM, where real dog owners’ questions are answered in clear, easy-to-follow text.  Also available in ebook format.

A fun introduction for kids to clicker training through a visit to a fantastical zoo.

Age Range: 6 – 12 years; Grade Level: 1 – 6