Book
Reviews
Reviewed this month:
The Perfect Puppy: How to Raise a Well-Behaved Dog
How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days
How to Raise a Puppy You Can Live With
Cats are Better Than
Dogs (purchase)
Step into the kingdom of our furry friends and confront the timeless,
all-consuming topic that rages into this millenium from past millennia on its
way toward future millennia- the hotly debated Question of who's better, cats
or dogs? This insightful, informative and truthful book (written from a cat's
point of view) lists all the magnificent things that Cats Are and that dogs
(ugh!) Are Not, including actual case histories and commentaries that prove
once and for all that Cats Are infinitely better friends, companions and
ethical beings than are dogs! (more
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The
Perfect Puppy: How to Raise a Well-Behaved Dog
(purchase)
The
Perfect Puppy tells you all you need to know in order to turn your pup into a
well-adjusted, confident, happy adult dog. Here you'll find the most up-to-date
behavioral information. Author Gwen Bailey is a strong advocate of prevention
rather than cure, and she shows how to avoid the problems that so many owners
encounter. The book offers comprehensive chapters on the importance of choosing
a breed that suits your family and home, taking your puppy home, and easing its
introduction to a wide variety of environments. In addition you'll learn about
housebreaking, helping your puppy to accept its position in the hierarchy of
the human pack, handling and grooming, and the importance of games for both
puppy and owner. (more
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Dogs Are
Better Than Cats (purchase)
Step into the kingdom of our furry friends and confront the timeless,
all-consuming topic that rages into this millenium from past millennia on its
way toward future millennia- the hotly debated Question of who's better, cats
or dogs? This insightful, informative and truthful book (written from a dog's
point of view) lists all the magnificent things that Dogs Are and that cats
(ugh!) Are Not, including actual case histories and commentaries that prove
once and for all that Dogs Are infinitely better friends, companions and
ethical beings than are cats! (more
information)
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How
to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days (purchase)
Here is
Shirlee Kalstone's foolproof method for housebreaking your dog, based on her
years of experience as a trainer of hundreds of different dogs. This surefire
program includes everything you need to know to housebreak your pet...in
only 7 days
-- Step-by-step programs for both apartment dwellers and home owners; for
people who stay at home all day and those who must go to work.
-- Hour-by-hour schedules for training puppies and adult dogs.
-- Paper training versus housebreaking -- there is a difference. Which is best
for your pet?
-- The secrets of positive training.
-- How to cope with housebreaking lapses and problem dogs.
-- Understanding how your dog thinks-- the secrets of pet psychology.
PLUS:
The key factors for a happy dog/master relationship and much more. (more
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How
to Raise a Puppy you can live with (purchase)
Did you know tht puppies go
through critical periods? Do you realize that if certain things are not taught
to a puppy in the first twelve weeks of life, it will be much more difficult
for him to learn? Are you aware that you must become a substitute "pack
leader" for your dog?
Clarice Rutherford and David Neil have devoted a lifetime to the study of
animal behavior. Here, they tell you in easy-to-understand language just how a
puppy's body and mind develop and what you can do to help him develop in the
right way. By following their guidelines anyone can experience the joy ow
owning a well-adjusted puppy.
This book makes it crystal clear how to communicate with the puppy, what kinds
of things to do when training, and how to give verbal commands." (more
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Think
like a cat (purchase)
Think
it's impossible to train your cat? Think again! By learning how to think like a
cat, you'll be amazed at just how easy it is.
Whether you're a veteran cat lover, a brand-new owner of a sweet little kitten,
or the frustrated companion of a feline whose behavior is driving you crazy,
nationally acclaimed feline behaviorist Pam Johnson-Bennett helps you
understand what makes your cat tick-- as well as meow, scratch, and purr. Yes,
you can learn to understand your cat. No, cats are not always aloof. Not, they
do not ruin furniture out of spite and intentionally do things to annoy you.
Most often, these and many other feline fallacies are the result of a communication
breakdown... between you and your cat.
More than just a behavior book, this book is alos an authoritative resource for
cat owners of all stripes. Topics range from where to get a cat to selecting a
vet; from basic health care to treating more serious medical problems; from
choosing a scratching post your cat can't resist to secrets for avoiding litter
box problems. (more
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Is
Your Cat Crazy? (purchase)
If
you have a cat, the answer to the title's question is, almost by definition,
yes. John Wright, certified animal behaviorist, has spent much of his career
making house calls to advise the distraught owners of certifiably crazy felines.
He covers a wide range of topics, including multiple-cat-households, stress
reactions, and the urge to punish. He brings understanding and humor to
situations that are not so humorous when they happen to you (e.g., when your
cat pees everywhere but in the box) and offers solutions that'll make sense to
both you and your cat. (more
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