Jack Volhard – författare

The bestselling dog training book is now completely updated, but still refreshingly uncomplicated. A practical guide to positive training techniques for your puppy or older dog, it covers basic commands, includes information about walking on a leash, housetraining, and other “good dog” behaviors, and covers ways to correct objectionable behaviors. It even addresses issues common to rescue and shelter dogs, including shyness and insecurity. A new chapter on the canine personality profile helps you understand your dog better.

Make training fun and effective

This friendly guide shows you how to select the right training method for your dog, based on his unique personality, to reach your desired goals. Whether you want to teach Buddy to sit or master retrieving, you''ll get expert training tips and techniques for you and your dog — to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged friend.

Concentrate on canines — discover why your dog acts the way she does, understand her nutritional needs, and ready yourself for the task of training your dog

Prep for your pup — prepare your home for your puppy''s arrival, discover the importance of socialization, and get started on housetraining

Put your best paw forward — teach basic commands like Sit, Stay, and Down, and get the scoop on how to deal with doggie don''ts like chewing, digging, and excessive barking

Take training to the next level — get involved in organized dog activities and competitions, where you''ll both show off impressive tricks like retrieving, figure 8s, and much more

Open the book and find:

Step-by-step instructions for teaching your dog basic commands

Helpful advice on crate training

Safe ways to address aggression and separation anxiety

Tips for teaching Buddy to behave himself around people and other dogs

Techniques to keep your senior dog feeling young

Health issues that can interfere with training

Experts to turn to for training help

Learn to:

Use positive reinforcement as an effective teaching tool

Select the gear you need for training success

Teach the basics including Sit, Stay, and Down

Eliminate unwanted behavior

Make training fun and effective

This friendly guide shows you how to select the right training method for your dog, based on his unique personality, to reach your desired goals. Whether you want to teach Buddy to sit or master retrieving, you''ll get expert training tips and techniques for you and your dog — to ensure a mutually respectful relationship with your four-legged friend.

Concentrate on canines — discover why your dog acts the way she does, understand her nutritional needs, and ready yourself for the task of training your dog

Prep for your pup — prepare your home for your puppy''s arrival, discover the importance of socialization, and get started on housetraining

Put your best paw forward — teach basic commands like Sit, Stay, and Down, and get the scoop on how to deal with doggie don''ts like chewing, digging, and excessive barking

Take training to the next level — get involved in organized dog activities and competitions, where you''ll both show off impressive tricks like retrieving, figure 8s, and much more

Open the book and find:

Step-by-step instructions for teaching your dog basic commands

Helpful advice on crate training

Safe ways to address aggression and separation anxiety

Tips for teaching Buddy to behave himself around people and other dogs

Techniques to keep your senior dog feeling young

Health issues that can interfere with training

Experts to turn to for training help

Learn to:

Use positive reinforcement as an effective teaching tool

Select the gear you need for training success

Teach the basics including Sit, Stay, and Down

Eliminate unwanted behavior

The Volhards'...approach to training, which they call the Motivational Method...is designed to do just that--motivate the owner "and" the dog. The Motivational Method is grounded on a thorough knowledge of how people learn and dog behavior. SInce 1983 they have authored or co-authored four major books on dog training and teaching dog Obedience classes, and have produced four video tapes.

Help your four-legged friend pass the Canine Good Citizen Test in a day? Easy!

The AKC''s Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program is one of the most rapidly growing programs in the American Kennel Club. With useful tips and quick fixes that will put a stop to all sorts of bad habits, Canine Good Citizen Test In A Day For Dummies helps owners build solid relationships with their dog based on positive reinforcement, trust, and obedience.

This handy little guide gives you a better understanding of the test itself, the essential skills tested, and the benefits of this unique training program. It covers the test''s requirements and various elements, and is packed with expert tips and advice for mastering all ten sections of the test.

A detailed description of the entire test''s requirements and elements Tips and tricks for mastering each the of 10 sections of the test The do''s and don''ts of taking the test Online component takes you beyond the book with bonus content and features

Canine Good Citizen Test In A Day For Dummies gives you everything you need to help your dog master the skills and proficiencies necessary to pass the AKC''s Good Canine Test.

Help your four-legged friend pass the Canine Good Citizen Test in a day? Easy!

The AKC''s Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program is one of the most rapidly growing programs in the American Kennel Club. With useful tips and quick fixes that will put a stop to all sorts of bad habits, Canine Good Citizen Test In A Day For Dummies helps owners build solid relationships with their dog based on positive reinforcement, trust, and obedience.

This handy little guide gives you a better understanding of the test itself, the essential skills tested, and the benefits of this unique training program. It covers the test''s requirements and various elements, and is packed with expert tips and advice for mastering all ten sections of the test.

A detailed description of the entire test''s requirements and elements Tips and tricks for mastering each the of 10 sections of the test The do''s and don''ts of taking the test Online component takes you beyond the book with bonus content and features

Canine Good Citizen Test In A Day For Dummies gives you everything you need to help your dog master the skills and proficiencies necessary to pass the AKC''s Good Canine Test.

Mit der richtigen Methode lernt ein Hund gerne, was der Mensch von ihm will. Mit "Hundeerziehung für Dummies" erfahren Sie, wie Sie mit positiver Verstärkung Ihrem Hund alle wichtigen Kommandos beibringen, aber auch wie der Welpe stubenrein und das Stöckchen tatsächlich zurückgebracht wird. Das Autorenteam Jack und Wendy Volhard geben Ihnen Antworten auf Ihre brennenden Fragen: Wie spricht man ein Verbot aus und welche Hilfsmittel gibt es? Wieso lässt mich mein Hund nicht mehr auf das Sofa? Muss er mich zur Begrüßung wirklich immer anspringen? Diese freundliche und leicht verständliche Anleitung macht aus Herrchen und Frauchen stolze Hundebesitzer mit einem zufriedenen, gehorsamen Hund.