Book Description
Top Working Dogs : A Training Manual covers procedures, problems, solutions for tracking, obedience and protection. It is the most comprehensive, most useful, most practical, most detailed Schutzhund training guide available. It presents in detail the secret training methods used by experts, and chapters on training psychology, puppy training, selecting the right instructor, etc., benefit novice, experienced and professional trainers alike. The book is easy to understand and virtually guarantees results. (Don't lend it to anyone, they won't return it!)
Customer Reviews:
All-inclusive working dog reveiw.......2006-08-18
This book covers many different possible 'occupations' of a working dog, and is written clearly. Not many pictures, it is full of information. If you are considering raising a working dog, this book outlines the various levels and certifications you (the handler) and the dog will need to complete. If you are interested in learning about a particular aspect more, this book will provide a description of that occupation and what that occupation entails.
Top Working Dogs.......2006-03-09
Found the font size small, not that easy to read. However, the content is superb, if there is an updated version (training methods etc. change)I would be first in line.
It is so good to get a book from a pro, someone who's been there, done that, got the T shirt at the very highest level.
For Serious Schutzhund Enthusiasts.......2005-07-27
After purchasing many dog training manuals and finding them not quite up to snuff, I was very pleased to finally find a book which was comprehensive and authoritative. It breaks each area of the sport down and is easy to follow. The book is intelligently written.
Great information IF you can read it!.......2004-06-24
The 3rd edition (1994) of this book is VERY HARD TO READ. The font set is about 5 or 6 points, single spaced, very tightly packed. You need great eyesight and still must be ready for eyestrain. I can read anything up close, but this is the worst book, PHYSICALLY, I've ever had to read. Still, you can't fault the quantity of information and the first (brief) perusal makes me want to read more. I was dismayed when I opened the book so I'm giving you a heads up. I'm going to buy a magnifying glass.
A great all-rounder.......2000-06-24
I have owned this book since shortly after it was published, except for the short period of time when a local police dog-man "borrowed" it. I ended up repurchasing it! This book is solid and sound in content, and has information that will appeal to beginners and experts alike in the fields of tracking, obedience and man-work. I review it as a resource book whenever I need a fresh training idea for a dog or a group of trainers. I no longer loan it - I recommend you buy your own.
Book Description
The world of veterinary medicine is changing. People are realizing that if alternative medicine is better for them, it's better for their pets, too. Dogs are visiting acupuncturists, chiropractic doctors, and homeopaths. Still, many dog owners are unaware that such simple measures as changing their pet's diet and using vitamins, herbs, and other natural cures can help prevent or heal ailments ranging from excessive scratching to depression to a host of serious diseases.
The Veterinarians' Guide to Natural Remedies for Dogs is both an introduction and a guide to the vast world of natural healing methods, treatments, and foods now available for dogs. Author Martin Zucker offers advice from dozens of holistic practitioners and licensed veterinarians, who share their recipes, insights, and "prescriptions." Here dog owners will find information on everything from nutritional supplements to massage therapy, as well as how these treatments can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional medications and surgical techniques.
Customer Reviews:
Simple, informative and eye-opening.......2007-06-27
This is a great resource for an animal lover looking for alternative therapies. It is easy to understand and offers options by highly respected holistic veterinarians.
Not the best on the subject.......2007-06-17
This book covers nutrition, supplements, herbs, homeopathy, flower essences, acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, vaccines, and a list of health problems and how to treat them. I'm not as thrilled with this book as some other readers were. It is potentially useful, but not essential. Instead, I would recommend "New Choices in Natural Healing for Dogs & Cats" and "The Nature of Animal Healing". They cover the same information but more in depth.
What I did find interesting was seeing how each veterinarian had a different treatment plan for a particular disease. While one would treat arthritis with goat's whey, another suggested Chinese herbs. Each vet found success in his or her method, and you can combine methods to suit the needs of your pet.
Excellent reference guide.......2007-05-09
This is a terrific reference guide for ailments that might plague our dogs, especially as they age. It gave me a few ideas that I hadn't thought about for my dogs, and they worked! Well worth the price.
Worth the read.......2006-10-29
This book deals with many different situations and examples of different remedies. Gives you options/opinions from various holistic doctors. It seems that many of the remedies have been used by the vets for some time. I have tried 2 of them and they worked. My holistic vet thought it was an excellent book too.
Holistic approach.......2006-03-23
I really like this book. It's packed full of information for someone wanting to use more holistic remedies but don't know as much about it. I've used this book several times for myself and others for health questions. Definitely worth the money. Lots of reference material as well. This book is with me all the time.
Book Description
Shaping top performance positively! In this breakthrough book, Morgan Spector shows you how and why to use clicker training, the technology of operant conditioning and positive reinforcement, to train you dog. Whether you're startingoff with a new puppy or headed for the Obedience ring, these step-by-step instructions will work for you.
You'll learn how you can use positive reinforcers, instead of force and punishment, to build reliable performance at every level of training.
If you just want a hassle-free, truly enjoyable companion dog, this book will show you how, even if you've never trained before. And if you have visions of going all the way to top scores and Obedience championships - with a happy, eager, positively trained canine partner - go for it!
Here's your travel guide for a wonderful journey.
Customer Reviews:
This book covers it all.......2007-08-06
and then some. I've not made it all the way through yet, but I'm getting there. Some of it takes awhile to "digest" as it can be a little too wordy at times.
The Bible of Clicker Training.......2007-03-30
I felt like I was reading a textbook for a class on clicker training. Wow! The book is so methodical with so much attention to detail. If this were a textbook it would be the teacher's first choice!
You almost feel as if you are one of the dogs this guy is clicker training because, aparantly, from clicker training dogs (and, well, teaching people how to do it too) he learned how to teach and present stuff in a way his pupils will be able to understand.
European view.......2005-09-29
From european point of view the drawback of the book is that it describes the tasks of american rules for obedience trial. As we in europe have different set of tasks in our obedience trial the book did not fill the need for specific instructions on those tasks. I was also looking for more structured and simplified clear instructions in the book things are more of discussed through. Still the book was worth the money paid for it. It has lots of grounds for why to do this way. The basics of the book is fluencies on what the obedience tasks are based on and those same fluencies are still usefull with european rules too.
Best Book for those serious about Positive training.......2005-05-28
This book is for those serious about:
- obedience
- agility
- other sports, including herding
- service dogs
- or just an eager, happily-working and well-behaved pet.
I'd suggest that people first have at least a basic understanding of operant conditioning (clicker training) but I say that only because Mr Spector provides a great deal of detail, explanation, trouble-shooting, and theory for each of the exercises, and his focus is on the serious trainer.
Those are all advantageous aspects of this book, particularly for those of us who want the details and thought processes behind the actions. Working with totally positive principles, he guides us through the most basic of exercises right on through to utility exercises.
Now, for someone not interested in competitive obedience you'd think this book is not the one for you -- not so! Many of the exercises and behaviours he details are transferrable to the agility ring (and elsewhere) and I've discovered some are also transferrable to herding.
The style of writing is simple, straight-forward (not what you'd expect from a lawyer) and very easy to follow. He sometimes provides examples that relate to humans to help understand some of the principles - another plus. Filled with clear photographs, it is possible for any dog guardian to follow and understand his explanations.
I also found that the logic he uses behind training certain exercises at certain stages, unlike many other trainers, made so much sense. One example: he recommends training a dog to heel off-leash before doing it on-leash. His explanation for why and how has worked flawlessly with my own dogs! I'll never go back to my old way again. He does this throughout his book.
The index makes it easy to look up specific exercises, problems, or other related information.
Even if your dog will never enter an obedience competition, and you simply want a reliable, happily-working, obedient dog -- this book will get you that and more.
Best Clicker Book Out There.......2005-05-10
I've read a bunch of dog training and clicker training books, and this is by far my favorite. If you are still a little foggy on how to implement clicker training or if you are completely new to this concept, then I'd recommend this book. It has very clear and concise explanations on how to shape certain obehaviors, and it reads well too.
Book Description
In fascinating first-hand interviews with top CEOs, after almost a decade of research, and through a riveting business-fiction account of Arlen Royster, a CEO faced with a career-threatening crisis, Top Dog chronicles the role of the corporate CEO as leader, facilitator, and communicator.
Customer Reviews:
Insightful!.......2001-06-02
J. David Pincus and J. Nicholas DeBonis have written a most inventive book. A fictional story about a CEO in crisis is told between chapters of this non-fiction assessment of CEOs and advice regarding how they can meet the needs of our changing corporate times. Based on ten years of research and interviews with CEOs in the Fortune 500, this book is very detailed, but written in an engaging conversational style. With a focus on communication as the key to effective leadership, the book humanizes its strategies so they come to life on each page. We... recommend this book not only for top corporate management and "top dogs," but also for anyone working in the corporate world.
Outstanding Detail AND Understandable........1999-01-20
I found myself looking forward to the switches between fiction and non-fiction equally. Top Dog entices the reader on both levels. I definitely got two books for the price of one. In terms of the non-fiction -- I'm not in management, I'm in managee, and I found this book to be an excellent insight to what upper management has to deal with on a daily basis. The fictional portion was as good as any of the novels that I've read from the New York Times Bestseller lists. It left me wanting more...
Informative, entertaining, educational, different.......1998-11-06
Top Dog: an instructive and entertaining blend of management text, fiction, case experience and leadership commentary. Pincus and DeBonis weave a well researched and reported account (fictional, or at least fictionalized) of a "cooking the books" crisis at a major hotel chain into discussion and presentation of the leadership and communication issues raised in the story. All this is supported by interviews with CEOs and reviews of current research and practice, and illustrated by many anecdotes and other cases. The alternating format is at first unsettling and then highly effective. It offers a much more appealing and enjoyable learning process than conventional management texts.
Top Dog entertains and instructs-without patronizing readers.......1998-09-03
In the daily media, CEOS are often portrayed as ruthless, profit-driven moguls more concerned with their own golden parachutes than with employees and customers. The complexity and challenges of the CEO's role are understood by very few people.
J. David Pincus, the lead author of Top Dog, provides depth and insight into the chief executive's role while also teaching us lessons about internal and external communication.
As a veteran professional in the communication field, I have read dozens of corporate books designed to illuminate, inspire and bring about change in business communication. It is rare to find one that keeps you turning pages all through the night -- Top Dog is such a book.
Pincus combines the gifts of a talented novelist with a researcher's painstaking attention to detail. He presents corporate life in raw form, showing the insecurities, arrogance, pettiness and base motives of his characters along with the deep desire (of at least the main character) to do the right thing. The story in the novel is portrayed so accurately, so humanly, that it will ring true with the college freshman as well as the "top dog" in a major corporation. But Pincus and his co-author J. Nicholas DeBonis also take it a step further. They intersperse chapters of this gripping novel with equally thought-provoking and intelligent chapters of analysis. Yes, this is a book that makes you think, but you will have fun doing it.
If I were a CEO today, I would not only read this book, I'd make it required reading for everyone in my company. Until everyone in a company understands the challenges faced by the "top dog", the communication problems in business will only compound.
Top Dog illustrates the need for strong communication skills.......1998-08-26
David Pincus is well-known for his management research of Fortune 500 companies. He puts his research results to good use with co-author, Debonis in this combination fiction-non-fiction book about a CEO in a crisis.
Like any novel, the fictional story that alternates chapters of Top Dog, develops memorable characters we root for, such as the protagonist CEO Arlen Royster, and those we want to see vanquished. It is a good story on its own merit, set in the crisis atmosphere of a large business. As story complications arise, the factual chapters discuss real world business problems and solutions that relate to the story. These chapters draw on Pincus's interviews with well-known CEOs and interesting, relevant case studies. It is an excellent and effective technique that keeps the reader interested.
Anyone in management will find Top Dog worth reading.
Book Description
Showing off a dog’s distinctive attitude is easy and stylish with this collection of 12 colorful and upbeat knitwear designs for medium to large dogs. Patterns for classy, special-occasion knits, warm coats and hats, and adorable everyday sweaters blend simple shapes and sumptuous yarn with high-energy colors to create sophisticated canine apparel. A photo gallery of the designs contains a profile for each of the “top dog” models—including Hugo, a firehouse Dalmatian and Rheinhard, a German–Setter rescue dog. A measuring chart for mid- to large-size breeds, knit-to-fit instructions, and a primer on basic stitches make this an all-in-one guide in a fun, portable format. Quick to knit and very functional, these are knits that any pooch would be happy to wear.
Customer Reviews:
Sweaters and Coats for your best buddy........2007-01-31
I have wanted to knit something for my labrador for awhile now, but was confused as to properly measure her and the adjust patterns. While this book does not have alot of different patterns, the patterns in here are totally open to creativity and adjustment. The best part of the book was the "how to" when it comes to dogs. My lab is not the full knitted sweater type, but she will use the coats. I had to laugh at the "pillbox" hat and have been threatening to make her the ensemble for next October. This book was definitely worth every penny to me.
Book Description
In this practical and entertaining guide, the top veterinarians and animal experts in the country offer more than 1,000 effective tips for treating common pet problems, such as: allergies, bad breath, ear mites, fleas, itchy skin, paw problems, teething pain, weepy eyes, and wounds. But, much more than a guide to the physical and emotional problems of pets, The Doctors Book of Home Remedies for Dogs and Cats also provides solutions to some of the toughest behavior problems, letting pet owners know when it is necessary to visit the vet--and what they can do until they get there. Since the health needs of dogs and cats are often entirely different, there are also specific tips for both cats and dogs, along with more than 75 easy-to-follow illustrations. Having this ultimate do-it-yourself pet-care book is like having a veterinarian on call 24 hours a day.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent resource.......2007-03-23
I loved this book so much that I bought it for several friends. I only have dogs, so I cannot offer an opinion on the cat advice. For dog owners, it is an excellent resource with so many different things.
Fur Baby Health Book.......2007-03-16
LOVE IT, with fur babies, one needs some help, and this book is GREAT
the best book ever.......2006-12-14
This book is about a dog that helps pick up litter. And he lost a puppy because the dog had two puppies. What could have happened to the other puppy? Something that I like about the book is that the dogs feel real to me. Read the book and find out what happens.
Great Book!.......2005-09-14
This book is a great source of information that helps in a pinch. I recommend this book to all who own pets.
don't own a pet without this book!.......2005-04-05
This is a great book to have if you own a cat or dog! I've used it more than I ever thought I would. From destructive behavior to depression to obesity this book covers ALOT of issues pets suffer from and can be helped by their human gaurdians. I volunteer at an animal shelter and I see everyday how quick people give up on their pets. before you make that decision- get this book and give your pet the time,patients,and the second chance they deserve!!
Book Description
This book describes in detail all the excitement behind the 2001 Westminster Kennel Club dog show. Get ready for a suspenseful telling of the events leading up to the big, two day spectacular that is Westminsterâculminating in thefamous Best in Show broadcast. You'll find personal accounts of triumph over tragedyâfor both humans and canines.
Customer Reviews:
Best In Show!.......2004-09-28
What a wonderful humorous book! The book takes you along the road with a few show dogs that are making their way to Westminster 2001. As you read you get to know the trials and worries of the dogs and mostly their owners and handlers. I was actually cheering for a few dogs especially Shower, Fanny and J.R.!
Besides the wonderful stories of the dogs you also get a scoop on the crazy world of dog shows in general. I even learned a few tidbits along the way i.e. the Westminster Kennel Club is only for men who are generally wealthy and white.
If you want an interesting read about dogs and dog shows then this is the book for you.
Dog Show World Explained.......2002-03-31
Interesting, well-paced examination of the dog show world, spotlighting the best-known show in the US. I liked the author's focus on several "top dogs" from the 2001 show -- I really got involved in their stories, and appreciated the updates at the end (love Henry the Field Spaniel!).
The book is basic enough to explain the intricacies of showing to novices, yet manages to still be interesting to those involved in showing. I recommend this book highly -- hope this author writes more on the subject!
All FOUR PAWS UP for this humorous, knowledgable book!.......2002-02-03
This book leads you from start to finish on the road to Westminster. Along the way you learn what it takes in time, money and fortitude to even be invited to enter you precious 'furkid'. Deborah writes with a wonderful sense of humor and knowledge of the show dog world.
We are waiting with liver 'baited breath' for her next doggie book!
Almost as good as being there!.......2002-01-22
Deborah Wood's *Top Dogs* is a great read for anyone who has ever been intrigued by the mystique of Westminster...experienced dog person or interested channel surfer...I came to love the dogs, owners and handlers whose journey to Westminster Wood chronicles, because she deftly captures the soul of each one.
Wood obviously LOVES and knows dogs and respects the tradition of Westminster...but her keen, and often iconoclastic, humor also gives us a knowing and warm wink at the eccentric, passionate world of dog shows.
She's the one you want to go to the Garden with...she's funny, wise and generous.
Book Description
Labradoodles, Pugaliers, Schnoodles, Cockapoos, Spanadors, Dorgis—maybe they aren't recognized by the AKC but they're here! Hot Dogs: Fourteen Top Designer Dogs takes a close-up look at the wide range of new dogs that have come into existence as breeders have carefully selected canines of different pedigrees for mating. Entries have been separately written by a team of experts, each versed on a specific designer breed. This book gives dog lovers a practical guide to choosing a designer breed that suits any one among a variety of tastes and lifestyles. Among these new breeds are dogs that love working with people, inside-the-house dogs that don't shed, dogs that are especially good with cats, and many others. Filled with intriguing color photos of dogs that are like none you've seen before.
Customer Reviews:
Hot Dogs: Fourteen of the Top Designer Dogs .......2007-04-02
Great pictures, and just enough information to give an informed idea to make a decision. The Goldendoddle was the star of the book, how handsome and he works as well!
Customer Reviews:
not just for field trials.......2003-04-07
Thank you, Mr. Tarrant. This book helped me to understand the simple ways and reasons of how to train a dog to become a gun dog. His methods are softer than most recommend and it is helping me with my non-conventional breed by leaps and bounds. Instead of overpowering my dog, he learns from his own mistakes and none of the training methods or suggestions leave lasting injuries either mental or physically. I have made great progress in my training endeavor for a "gun dog" and probably more than with any other book. I don't want to rush my dog, I want him to become part of me and me part of him. This book offers that. This book does not focus on trials or on the technicality of trials. It focuses on the fact that a dog must be a hunter to actually work in a real field where the winner brings home the bird. It is an easy read and will likely bring tears to your eyes. It is a dog, a pal, a friend not a stereo and these are not stereo instructions.
it's very human.......2000-07-31
it is really a very interresting book, i've read it several times, and it teaches you how to train the dog in a very smooth and soft way, i have used all the training items shown in the book , and it really worked great, but the main problem in this training procedure is that it takes a lot of time for the dog to start pointing, and in many cases you will need assistance in this book's techniques.
Book Description
A perfect new addition to the popular Richard A. Wolters series, trusted by hundreds of thousands of dog lovers for the past forty years
Master dog trainer Richard Wolters was renowned for his innovative techniques, customized to achieve superior results for a variety of pet owners. Now his protégé, Joseph Middleton, combines the lessons from the top-selling books in Wolters's series—Water Dog, Gun Dog, and Game Dog—with the latest methods. The result is a comprehensive, up-to-date guide for amateur trainers. Featuring time-tested wisdom for raising well-behaved canines, Top Dog includes:
- Six tests for selecting the correct puppy in the litter
- All the basics of obedience that work on any age dog
- The humane way to train with the electronic collar
- Refined aspects of retrieval, including difficult, multiple-blind retrieves
- Drills for an advanced hunting retriever and field trailer
Whether raising a hunting dog or a family pet, readers will at last be able to realize the dream of owning a true “top dog,” a retriever that they'll be proud of in the duck blind or at home with the kids. Sure to set the standard for years to come, Top Dog takes the dog-training category to a new level.
Customer Reviews:
decent book for the field trial trainer.......2007-08-21
this book focuses too much on field trials and not enough on the hunting dog..better books out there for the hunter
TITLE SHOULD BE TOP PUP.......2007-02-08
What a dissapointment of a book. While the training methods seem very reasonable. This book is totally geared for the new puppy owner or even prospective puppy buyer. He states in the book that obedience training should begin at age 49 days. and actually has the arrogance to say on page 26 that a dog that is a year old is untrainable. I cannot be the only person in the world who has aquired an adolescent dog that needs field training. Book is virtually worthless.
A must for dog owners or those thinking of buying a puppy........2004-04-01
Top Dog has it all - this training guide is practical, simple and effective. The training methods work equally well for the family pet or a hunting dog. Having trained dogs for many years, I have several books in my collection, Top Dog is by far the most complete guide for amateur trainers. The book takes you and your dog on a journey from the basics of obedience to advanced drills, in minutes a day. If you only have one book, Top Dog is the one to buy.
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Schutzhund: Theory and Training Methods (Howell Reference Books)
Advanced Schutzhund (Howell Reference Books)
Tracking Dog: Theory & Methods
Manstopper!: Training a Canine Guardian
Belgian Malinois (Comprehensive Owner's Guide) (Comprehensive Owner's Guide Kennel Club)
