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While recovering from a serious illness, Marika Meeks adopted an abandoned pit bull puppy and named her Stella. Together, they healed each other . . .
Marika Meeks fell in love with Stella the moment she saw her. The adorable pit bull puppy had been abandoned in a cold field in winter-but her warm, friendly eyes and boundless affection could melt anyone's heart. Even so, Marika wasn't sure she was ready to adopt a dog. As a busy entrepreneur, wife,...
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HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2014
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The board-certified specialists of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists are here to decode how dogs think, how they communicate, and how they learn.
More than 90 percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished...
More than 90 percent of dog owners consider their pets to be members of their family. But often, despite our best intentions, we are letting our dogs down by not giving them the guidance and direction they need. Unwanted behavior is the number-one reason dogs are relinquished...
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A decade ago, former military counterintelligence officer Terry Henry joined his precocious young daughter, Kyria, on a trip to a nursing home in order to allow its residents to play with their family dog, a golden retriever named riley. Terry was astounded by the transformations that unfolded before his eyes. Soon after, Terry and Kyria started their service dog organization, paws4people, with the goal of pairing dogs with human beings in need of...
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Arden Moore's snappiest dog-training treatise is captured in this Simple Solutions guide, Clicker Training. All of the principles of positive training techniques wrapped up in a 64-page guide that owners can read and re-read as their dogs become flawless, well-behaved companions. Moore covers the basics of motivational training and the importance of timing the click perfectly to reward the dog. As a method, clicker training offers owners not only...
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It seems like dogs have always been man's best friend, but when did it become official? Explore the world of our favorite furry friends from the beginning when humans started to take wild animals like wolves and give them a place in our homes. In this Seeker collection, you'll also learn how new dog breeds are created, why dogs can remember smells better than humans, and if your dog really needs that sweater you bought it.
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Cesar Millan shows you how to raise the perfect dog and prevent behavior issues before they start, including: what to expect from each stage of your puppy's development, quick and easy housebreaking, the essentials of proper nutrition, the importance of vaccinating, and of not over-vaccinating, creating perfect obedience from day one through rules, boundaries, and calm-assertive leadership, how to avoid the most common mistakes owners make raising...
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Claudia Kaiser
Pub. Date
2020
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-- Content of this book:About the AuthorPrefaceWhat you need to know about your Border CollieCornerstones of training puppiesBefore the puppy arrivesThe first few weeksThe first commandsTraining basic knowledgeSpecial Chapter – The hunting instinctCheck list for the startConclusion
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Twenty Dogs Publishing
Pub. Date
2021
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-- … and much more!Your puppy is a lot like clay -- ready to be molded into a beautiful work of art. They will feed off your energy and follow your guidance directly, so it's important for you to be well equipped and properly prepared. But the process itself is very straightforward, and anyone can achieve success for themselves. The most beautiful friendship you've ever had is waiting for you to take it to the next level!
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David Anderson
Pub. Date
2018
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If you've ever seen a dog in a television commercial, there's a pretty good chance it was a Border Collie. Or, if you've watched herding competitions, you've probably seen a Border Collie controlling the herd. First and foremost, Border Collies are sheep herders. But when they're not on the clock, they can make excellent companions. They're energetic, playful, and extremely intelligent. They're also sensitive, affectionate, and adorable.Even though...
