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Are you looking to implement dog training methods into your life and the life of your pup? Have you spent countless hours of research on the topic and still not sure where to start? The problem is there are too many resources out there, and people typically end up being overwhelmed and don’t know which option is best. These options range from online and in-person training, physical books, suggestions from friends and family, online books and videos, and so on.

Whether you are embarking on the journey of raising a Golden Retriever puppy or seeking to deepen your bond with an adult dog, this guide is an essential resource, brimming with expert advice and practical tips to ensure a fulfilling and joyful relationship with your Golden Retriever.

The story that became a global sensation: Sophie, the Australian cattle dog who was lost at sea and swam six miles through shark-infested waters to a remote island where she survived in the wild for five months.... It was just another day in paradise as Jan and Dave Griffith, along with their blue cattle dog, Sophie, motored out of Mackay Marina for a gorgeous weekend at sea. But when the sky suddenly darkened and the waves turned fierce, the unthinkable happened: Sophie disappeared overboard.

When Michael and Cheryl Morse slowly drifted apart amid an empty nest, her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, his symptoms of PTSD, and the grief of losing their two beloved dogs put down on the same day three years prior, it became apparent their lives were in need of a little joy. Enter an energetic, white ball of fluff known as Mr. Wilson. Mr. Wilson's story begins in Arkansas, where he was left in a leaky, drafty barn for days.

Who's a Good Dog? is an invitation to nurture more thoughtful and balanced relationships with our canine companions. By deepening our curiosity about what our dogs are experiencing, and by working together with them, we can become more effective and compassionate caregivers.

Dog training is full of differing opinions, myths, and old wives' tales. With so much conflicting information, how do you know what theory is the best for training your dog? The Evolution of Dog Training details how to teach your dog, one step at a time, without causing your dog pain or fear. It carefully explains how training with choke chains started and why trainers are now using clickers instead. You'll also learn what current research and scientific studies tell us about how dogs learn, making it easier to a turn your beloved pet into a well-behaved dog.

From big city corporate to the north woods countryside, follow Dale’s path from hurt to healing and finding a lost connection with dogs as one dog in particular changes the course of her life forever. Finding herself newly married and living in a new country in unfamiliar surroundings, loneliness swiftly crept its way into her life, overshadowing everything and bringing up long-buried memories of a brutal past. This book weaves grief and growth together along with detailed advice on all things puppy. Don’t miss this one! You will laugh. You will cry. You will learn.

WEREWOLF: The True Story of an Extraordinary Police Dog is the raw, first-hand account of the life of a police K9 named Brag and his cop partner. When they first meet, Brag shows no interest in human attachment and his handler is wary of caring too much for a dog whose life he must risk every night. But as the dangerous manhunts push both to their mental and physical limits, the two develop an unbreakable bond that blurs the line between human and canine.

Beagles are classic hound dogs with a long history of popularity as animal companions. Though they’ve grown in size since our ancestors hunted with these dogs, they’ve continued to be loyal, expressive, curious, and intelligent companions to their human pack mates. This guide outlines the long, rich history of this majestic breed and provides information to ensure a continued long and happy future for the breed.

If you are thinking about getting a puppy or simply want to learn how to train your perfect dog in a happy, positive way, then keep reading. This guide uses a fresh approach which puts strong emphasis on the relationship with the individual dog, informed by breed-specific traits. It contains the distilled information of decades of dog training experience in one master guide with clear, sympathetic, intelligent guidelines for successful dog training.

Looking to train your dog or solve some dog behavior issues? This audiobook not only allows you easy entry into the dog’s mind, but gives you real-world programs to help you train and develop your dog!

Dogs are commonly known for being humans' best friends, and as such, we all let them in our life, and we accept them as if they were family members. If you are a dog lover, too, then you surely know what I mean. Unfortunately, it takes a long time for us to find the best way to communicate with our dog, and some do not find it at all. There are many known methods to train our friendly animals, but surely, the one proposed in this audiobook is the most effective one.

Nationally recognized, award-winning animal behaviorist and master trainer Bryan Bailey will help you gain the knowledge and tools to activate and deactivate natural impulses and mechanisms in your dog, leading to a harmonious existence and the control you've always dreamed of.

The One-Month Cure for "Useless" Dogs helps you create the dog of your dreams in only 30 days. This innovative fast-track program by canine psychology specialists Ray and Emma Lincoln features gentle and fun games and activities to shape canine minds and true, meaningful benefits with no repetitious obedience drills, silly tricks, or breaking a sweat. This easy, flexible program is designed for busy schedules and for "real" people and "real" dogs- including condo dwellers, busy parents, seniors and even "spoiled", "lazy", and "hyper" dogs.

Wouldn’t it be incredible if over 20 expert Cavachon breeders combined with a top dog trainer to create the ultimate complete owner’s guide with all your frequently asked questions answered in one place? Well here it is! You will literally find this book jam packed full of useful quotes giving clear advice and secret tips from the world’s best Cavachon breeders who between them have hundreds of years of experience in caring for Cavachons.

This audiobook is designed as a manual to guide you through every stage of life with your dog. Whether you are just starting out on journey with your new puppy, or have had multiple dogs, there is a wealth of information you can glean in this audiobook to help you understand your dog better.

A weekend competition turns deadly in this seventh Raine Stockton Dog Mystery. While Raine and Cisco stalk a killer, back home a 20-year-old mystery is unfolding--one that will have devastating consequences for Raine and those she loves. And every hour that passes brings a deadly threat closer.

January is known as the dead season in the small Smoky mountain community of Hanover County, North Carolina. For dog trainer and wilderness expert Raine Stockton, who hasn't had a client in six month, this season has been deader than most.

It's Christmas time, and for Raine Stockton and her Search and Rescue dog, Cisco, Hansonville, North Carolina is just like a Norman Rockwell painting - except for the rash of thefts of baby Jesus figurines from nativity scenes, an abandoned box of golden retriever puppies that someone leaves beside her mailbox, and a mysterious gift from one of Cisco's a grateful admirers. Raine already has her hands full with her own misbehaving pooches, unexpected house guests, and a complicated new relationship.

With insight and humor, Dr. Philipp Schott shares tales from the unlikely path he took into his career of veterinary science and anecdotes from his successful small-animal clinic. Dr. Schott brings to his writing the benefit of many years of expertise. Wisdom he imparts on listeners includes the best way to give your cat a pill, how to prevent your very handy dog from opening a fridge, and how to handle your fish when it has half-swallowed another.