Dog Behavior

The Other End of the Leash shares a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs. An applied animal behaviorist and dog trainer with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell looks at humans as just another interesting species, and muses about why we behave the way we do around our dogs, how dogs might interpret our behavior, and how to interact with our dogs in ways that bring out the best in them.

Unlock the secret language of dogs and strengthen your bond with your canine companion. How Dogs Communicate: A Complete Guide to Understanding Canine Body Language, Vocalizations, and Behavior is your step-by-step guide to decoding the subtle signals your dog uses every day. From the tilt of their head to the wag of their tail, every movement and sound tells a story — and once you learn to interpret these cues, you’ll see your dog in a whole new light. Whether you are a first-time pet parent or an experienced dog owner, this book will help you connect with your dog on a deeper, more ...

A decade in the making, this program represents a leap into the future, using cutting-edge technology and a game-changing tool: the remote electronic collar. The Art of Training Your Dog presents their compassionate and efficient system for the first time, with background and advice on choosing the right collar. Employing a method designed by trainer Marc Goldberg, listeners integrate the e-collar gradually, laying the foundation for good behavior with intentional and purposeful walks.

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...

NOW FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED! The beloved #1 New York Times bestseller that “causes one’s dog-loving heart to flutter with astonishment and gratitude” (The New York Times Book Review). The instant classic on the mind of the dog is now updated to include the latest results in the booming...

In Your Dog Is Your Mirror, dog trainer Kevin Behan proposes a radical new model for understanding canine behavior: a dog’s behavior and emotion, indeed its very cognition, are driven by our emotion. The dog doesn’t respond to its owner based on what the owner thinks, says, or does; it responds to what the owner feels. And in this way, dogs can actually put people back in touch with their own emotions.

In Silent Conversations: Healing Dog-to-Dog Aggression Through Telepathy, Nick Newland offers a calm, structured approach to dog-to-dog aggression—built for real walks, real triggers, and real setbacks. Blending behavior basics (distance, thresholds, recovery) with a quiet practice he calls “silent communication,” Newland shows how your breath, timing, attention, and intention can help a reactive dog disengage, reset, and choose differently. You’ll get clear exercises, simple protocols for difficult scenarios (tight spaces, off-leash dogs, surprise encounters), and a 21-day plan ...

Renowned canine expert Patricia McConnell answers the questions of dog lovers everywhere. Do dogs have emotions like we do? More to the point, does my dog love me? Sharing riveting dog stories from her experiences, Dr. McConnell also offers accessible science that clues listeners in to what's going on behind those puppy dog eyes.

Belgian Malinois Training: Are You Ready to Bone Up and Easily Train Your Belgian Malinois? Because this Belgian Malinois Training Book begins From the Car Ride Home. Like, now. When it counts. When it matters to you, your pup, and your family, from Day One. Today. Day one makes the success difference in training your Belgian Malinois. From the car ride home is the critical moment to begin communicating with your dog at your pup’s level. There’s a name for it too. It’s called ‘Dogmanship,’ and your dog craves it. Fact, it’s the key difference in the Bone-Up dog training system ...

Unlock the secrets to a happy, obedient, and well-balanced dog with proven training methods rooted in understanding canine behavior. Every dog has the potential to be a loyal, well-mannered companion—but success depends on more than commands and corrections. It begins with trust, communication, and an understanding of how dogs think and learn. In Mastering Dog Behavior: Proven Training Strategies for a Happy, Obedient, and Well-Balanced Companion, you’ll discover the essential tools and insights to transform your relationship with your dog while teaching practical skills that last a ...

Unleash the Joy: Embracing the Chaos with Laughing Through the Leash Welcome to a New Chapter in Your Doggy Diary! Discover the secret world of your playful pup through the pages of Laughing Through the Leash. Have you ever paused during a particularly puzzling pet moment and wondered, "What's going on in that furry head?" Well, you're not alone, and yes, there's a whole universe of mischiefs to uncover! Are Those Naughty Antics or Genius at Play? Did you know that when your dog raids the trash or turns your living room into a sock scavenger hunt, it could actually be signs of a sharp mind ...

Cesar Millan—nationally recognized dog expert—helps you see the world through the eyes of your dog so you can finally eliminate problem behaviors. From his appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show to his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America’s...

In Team Dog, Mike taps into fifteen years' worth of experience and shares, in accessible and direct language, the science behind the importance of gaining a dog's trust. He also offers invaluable steps for achieving any level of obedience. His unique approach incorporates entertaining examples and anecdotes from his work with dogs on and off the battlefield and tips from the Navy SEAL guidebook.

As dogs become older, they may all become gentle and confident companions, no matter what breed or where they came from. This is true regardless of the breed or origin of the dog. This is always true, no matter what kind of dog it is or where it came from. This talent doesn't suddenly appear out of nowhere; instead, it is taught via a long process of socialization. This is the opposite side of the coin. One of the most important things you can do to help your dog get along with other people and dogs is to let them meet other dogs and people. This is because dogs want to play with other dogs.

Every dog owner knows that along with the joy can come the stress and frustration of behavioral problems, which are expensive to diagnose and treat. Enter Kim Brophey, award-winning canine behavior consultant. Using cutting-edge research, Brophey has developed a groundbreaking system that allows owners to identify what their dog is struggling with, why, and how they can fix it. Brophey's approach is unlike anything that has been published before and will give dog owners a new understanding of what motivates and affects their dog's behavior. 

Best-selling author, psychologist, and world-renowned expert on dog behavior and training Dr. Stanley Coren presents the most informative, in-depth, fascinating book yet on dogs. Acclaimed for its solid scientific research and entertaining, eminently accessible style, How Dogs Think gives you the insight that you need to understand the silly, quirky, and apparently irrational behaviors that dogs demonstrate, as well as those stunning flashes of brilliance and creativity that they also can display.

Stop barking, pulling, and chaos — discover the 10 secrets dog trainers rely on every day. Award-winning service dog trainer Kendall Brown has spent over 13 years raising and training dogs that must be calm, focused, and reliable in every situation. In 10 Secrets of a Lazy Dog Trainer, she reveals the exact shortcuts professionals use to turn chaos into calm — without endless drills, expensive classes, or confusing jargon. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Understand how your dog thinks, feels, and makes decisions Discover your own Dog Parent Type and how it shapes your training style ...

NOW FULLY REVISED AND UPDATED! The beloved #1 New York Times bestseller that “causes one’s dog-loving heart to flutter with astonishment and gratitude” (The New York Times Book Review). The instant classic on the mind of the dog is now updated to include the latest results in the booming...

NEW – REVISED & EXPANDED EDITION! NOW WITH EVEN MORE PRACTICAL TIPS, FUN NEW TRICKS, AND EXPERT-APPROVED INSIGHTS! Do you feel overwhelmed by the behavior of your energetic dog? Have you ever wished that your dog would obey commands, stay calm and be the perfect companion in every situation? Do your dog's signs of stress and anxiety make you anxious? 🐶 If the answer is "YES", then read on because this is the book you have been looking for! 🐶 I get it. Dealing with an energetic dog who never seems to get tired, especially with just the basic exercises, can be nerve-wracking. Perhaps ...

How well do we really know dogs? People may enjoy thinking about them as "man's best friend", but what actually drives the things they do? What is going on in their fur-covered heads as they look at us with their big, expressive eyes? Raymond Coppinger and Mark Feinstein know something about these questions, and with How Dogs Work, they're ready to share; this is their guide to understanding your dog and its behavior.