Behavior problems are the #1 reason that millions of dogs are surrendered by their owners every year. The majority of these dogs are euthanized, a heartbreaking reality made worse by the fact that training could have saved their lives. From early puppyhood through old age, virtually all dogs can be taught. There are different training philosophies and styles for dogs of all ages, temperaments, and intelligence level-- each owner is responsible for choosing the kindest methods that are effective for his or her dog. The only thing that they all have in common is the need for a committed owner.

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Teaching Basic Obedience: Train the Owner, Train the Dog by Alexandra Allred. Dog trainer Alexandra Allred opens this often-hilarious anecdotal training manual (nominated by Dog Writers Association of America for best new book) with the story of Gus - a mentally-challenged Doberman Pinscher - to remind us that dogs are individuals and, therefore, cannot all be trained exactly the same way. Instead, covering issues ranging from puppy training to behavior problems to elderly dog care, Allred lays out training plans geared for busy people and happy dogs. [©2001 T.F.H. Publications, Inc., ISBN 0793805244] (Recommended by Donna Lindell)

Mary Ann Rombold Zeigenfuse's Dog Tricks Step by Step will highlight your dog's natural talents and help you learn what drive- pack, prey, defense/fight or defense/flight- motivates your dog the best. Even couch potatoes can find a great job to do to earn their keep; find out what job your smart dog should be doing! [©2002 Howell Book House, ISBN 0764564285] (Recommended by Lori Whitmore)

Smarter Than You Think: A Revolutionary Approach to Teaching and Understanding Your Dog in Just a Few Hours by Paul Loeb & Suzanne Hlavacek. Nationally-acclaimed dog trainer/behaviorist Paul Loeb offers a revolutionary approach to understanding dogs and helping them to understand us. Promising that he can completely train any dog in just three hours, Loeb shares his techniques - with emphasis on the humane - in this easy-to-read guide so that dog owners can do the same. What good is it, he asks readers, to have your dog trained by a professional when your dog lives with you, not that trainer? [©1997 Pocket Books, ISBN 0671023284] (Recommended by Donna Lindell)

Dogs Behaving Badly: An A-to-Z Guide to Understanding & Curing Behavioral
Problems in Dogs by Dr. Nicholas Dodman is a wonderful desk reference for anyone who needs good information at-a-glance. With a frequently witty approach to behavioral issues, this guide is a must for anyone seeking a quick and easy look into his or her dog's psyche. "A Dr. Spock-like owner's guide to rearing and training the family dog." - declares the Washington Post. Dr. Dodman provides real-life situations and easy methods geared toward resolving behavioral problems within the home. [©1999 Bantam Books, ISBN 0553379682] (Recommended by Beth Jackson)