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Dog Behavior/Psychology Part 2

TREATMENT OF BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS IN DOGS AND CATS, 2ND EDITION
Henry Askew; $69.99
Advice on consultation procedures, case report forms, questionnaires for owners, diagnosis, causes, treatments. Especially good section on aggression problems of various types! Written for vets. Revised 2nd edition.
CANINE NEUROPSYCHOLOGY FOR DOG BEHAVIOR COUNSELORS & TRAINERS, 2ND EDITION
James O'Heare; $15.95
An introduction to the relationship between the canine brain and behavior. Offers a program of mental stimulation, physical stimulation and nutritional intervention.
How To Speak Dog: Mastering the Art of Dog-Human Communication
Stanley Coren; $11.20
Master the art of dog-human communication, way beyond simply giving and obeying commands. By popular author Stanley Coren.
CALMING SIGNALS: WHAT YOUR DOG TELLS YOU VIDEO
Turid Rugaas; $29.95
Shows footage of many calming signals, and how dogs use them. Also shows how people can use calming signals in their own interactions with dogs.
CALMING SIGNALS: WHAT YOUR DOG TELLS YOU VIDEO (PAL - EUROPEAN VCR)
Turid Rugaas; $39.95
Shows footage of many calming signals, and how dogs use them. Also shows how people can use calming signals in their own interactions with dogs. (PAL plays in European VCR's only.)
CALMING SIGNALS BOOK/VIDEO SET
Turid Rugaas; $35.90
THE companion video to the popular book, "On Talking Terms with Dogs." Shows footage of calming signals, how dogs use them, how people can use the signals in their own interactions with dogs. The book focuses on practical understanding of the dog's body language, especially signals used to maintain the social hierarchy and to resolve conflict within the pack.
DOG BEHAVIOR: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet
Ian Dunbar; $10.95
The author explains such behaviors as why dogs wag their tails... why dogs know how long to continue to view another dog as still being a puppy... how dogs develop their hierarchies... and yet, the author doesn't overgeneralize about these behaviors either. He describes the stages of a dog's development from puppy to adult, and he dispels some myths about dog intelligence and dog training.
TAO OF BOW WOW: UNDERSTANDING & TRAINING YOUR DOG THE TAOIST WAY
Deborah Wood; $8.21
The exercise of you being a dog while another person attempts to "train" you without using words is outstanding. The book really reminds you to be very clear and focused when dealing with your dog. I am a first time dog owner, and I would higly recommend it. My only problem is that I wish it dealt with aggressive behavioral problems more in depth.
HOW DOGS LEARN
Mary Burch & Jon Bailey; $13.57
Behavioral pricipal broken down to plain english.
A very good look at the fundamentals of behavior. This book uses the work of many top behavior reseachers and makes it easily understandable. A must for every animal owner, not just dog people..
CANINE BEHAVIOR: A GUIDE FOR VETERINARIANS
Bonnie Beaver: $36.95
Easy-to-read, examines all canine behavioral traits, both normal and abnormal. Details the best ways to solve a full range of behavioral problems, including the latest drug therapies and new treatments. A must-read text!
PET BEHAVIOR PROTOCOLS
Suzanne Hetts; $78.00
This book is for behaviorists, shelter workers and veterinary professionals who deal with animal owners; it is NOT a training manual for people who wish to train their dogs.
DOGSPEAK: HOW TO UNDERSTAND YOUR DOG
Matthew Hoffman, ed.; $10.17
Canine language studies for the beginner or the younger owner! Everything you need to communicate effectively with your dog, how to understand his body language and how to respond so he understands you.
COMPLETE ILLUSTRATED GUIDE TO DOG CARE & BEHAVIOR
Bruce Fogle; $19.95
A comprehensive and practical guide to every aspect of dog care. Extensively illustrated.
AN INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR
Aubrey Manning & Marian Dawkins; $45.00
A clear, concise and readable book on the fascinating world of animal behavior, in terms of Tinbergen's questions of cause, evolution, development and function.
DOGS NEVER LIE ABOUT LOVE: Reflections on the Emotional World of Dogs
Jeffrey Masson; $11.20
Explore canine emotions like gratitude, compassion, loneliness and disappointment. Fascinating read by the author of "When Elephants Weep."
EXCEL-ERATED LEARNING
Pamela Reid; $14.41
Motivation, stages of learning, operant conditioning, factors that affect learning, negative punishment. In plain English--at last! Select the methods that work best for your dog!
BODY POSTURE & EMOTIONS: SHIFTING SHAPES, SHIFTING MINDS
Suzanne Clothier; $5.00
Understand your dog's body language and you'll train better because you'll communicate better!
Thinking In Pictures : and Other Reports from My Life with Autism
Temple Grandin; $10.36
A view of the world through the eyes of a scientist who is autistic. Recommended by William Campbell ("Behavior Problems In Dogs") for its unique perspective on learning in non-traditional ways which has application to animal training.
THE DOMESTIC DOG, ITS EVOLUTION, BEHAVIOR AND INTERACTIONS WITH PEOPLE
James Serpell; $24.41
Cutting edge information from international experts on behavior. Discusses genetic and breed differences. Extensive bibliography follows each chapter.
VETERINARIAN'S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
Bonnie Beaver; $39.95
Designed to allow the reader to quickly find specific behavioral subjects. Each subject is discussed and cross-referenced, making this valuable and user-friendly.
MEASURING BEHAVIOR: AN INTRODUCTORY GUIDE
Paul Martin & Patrick Bateson; $29.95
Guide to the principles and methods of quantitative studies of behavior, with an emphasis on techniques of direct recording and analysis.
Why Does My Dog (Why Does My)
John Fisher; $11.95
The book lists from A-Z a long list of behaviourial problems and how to deal with it. most problems will be attached a related real life problem he encountered, and the solution he advised.
DOG'S MIND
Bruce Fogle; $11.87
How dogs perceive the world; how they see, hear, learn, relate to owners. Traces the evolution of the canine brain from its wolf ancestors. Every dog owner should read this!
JELLY BEAN VS. DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE
C.W. Meisterfeld; $24.95
Meisterfeld believes harsh training methods are creating vicious dogs. Learn how to prevent and solve problems without punishment, pain or drugs.
GENETICS AND THE SOCIAL BEHAVIOR OF THE DOG
John Paul Scott & John L. Fuller; $34.95
Reprint of a frequently requested classic! The only book to provide detailed breed-specific information on inheritance as it relates to behavior.
Also if you don't mind waiting a couple weeks it is available here for $27.50 Click Here for discounted price
IF DOGS COULD TALK - EXPLORING THE CANINE MIND
Vilmos Csanyi; $16.50
Exploring the canine mind. Captures the high degree of mutual understanding and empathy that exists between humans and their proverbial best friends.
ANIMALS IN TRANSLATION: USING THE MYSTERIES OF AUTISM TO DECODE ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
Temple Grandin; $17.00
One of the world's most celebrated animal scientists merges a lifetime of study with her extraordinary perceptions as an autistic person in a groundbreaking book that revolutionizes the understanding of how animals think and feel. Temple was one of the most popular speakers at the 2004 APDT Conference.
SOUNDS GOOD CD - PUPPY HABITUATION
Terry Ryan; $16.95
Take advantage of critical periods by providing an enriched but non-frightening learning environment for your puppy. This CD will help him get used to a variety of everyday sounds.
DIALOGUES WITH DOGS
Bruce Fogle; $10.40
From well-known veterinarian and leading canine training expert Bruce Fogle! Examines every aspect of dog psychology, with many helpful examples of canine behavior and misbehavior.
HOW TO THINK STRAIGHT ABOUT PSYCHOLOGY
Keith Stanovich; $37.95
Provides tips on evaluating claims that arise in discusions of psychology in the media and self-help literature.
The Rosetta Bone : The Key to Communication Between Humans and Canines (Howell Dog Book of Distinction)
Cheryl Smith; $16.49
The Rosetta Bone is the best dog training, dog communication, human/pet love stories book I have ever read (and I have a shelf full to which I often refer). Learning to read my dogs' body language and gaining an awareness of how they read mine, has opened a new dimension of fun and sharing in our relationship. They and I are more responsive to each other and take more joy in the time we spend together each day. This book is a must read for the person acquiring their first dog, experiencing behavior problems with a current animal, or wanting to communicate with their dog on a deeper level.
HOW TO TALK WITH YOUR DOG
David Alderton; $10.87
Demonstrates how to read a dog's body language and build understanding between dogs and people.
CALMING SIGNALS: WHAT YOUR DOG TELLS YOU DVD
Turid Rugaas; $29.95
Shows footage of many calming signals, and how dogs use them. Also shows how people can use calming signals in their own interactions with dogs.
FIGHT! A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO THE TREATMENT OF DOG-DOG AGGRESSION
Jean Donaldson; 12.95
From the award-winning author of Culture Clash and MINE! A practical guide to the treatment of dog-dog aggression, this down-to-earth manual will teach you how to use behavior modification to retrain a dog that bullies other dogs, or becomes fearful when approached by other dogs.
SCAREDY DOG! UNDERSTANDING AND REHABILITATING YOUR REACTIVE DOG
Ali Brown; $16.95
The appropriate term for dogs who growl at other dogs, lunge at people, and bark at everything is "reactive." This book helps the dedicated dog owner to understand what a reactive dog is doing, why he's doing it, and how to help him to change it for the better. Learn how to make the most of your reactive dog, and begin your trek to a new and wonderful life with your pal! All positive methods.
HOW TO BEHAVE SO YOUR DOG BEHAVES
Sophia Yin; $15.61
If you want a well-behaved dog, you're going to have to modify your own behavior in order to modify his. Dr. Yin's positive approach to correcting and training your dog's behaviors will help you see the world from your dog's perspective and provide the necessary training tools to effect astounding behavioral changes.
CALMING SIGNALS BOOK/DVD SET
Turid Rugaas; $35.90
The companion video to the popular book, "On Talking Terms with Dogs." Shows footage of calming signals, how dogs use them, how people can use the signals in their own interactions with dogs. The book focuses on practical understanding of the dog's body language, especially signals used to maintain the social hierarchy and to resolve conflict within the pack.
MINDING ANIMALS: AWARENESS, EMOTIONS, AND HEART
Marc Bekoff; $10.85
Expertly written by Marc Bekoff (Professor of Biology, University of Colorado - Boulder and the man who co-founded the "Ethologists for the Ethical Treatment of Animals" with Jane Goodall), Minding Animals: Awareness, Emotion, And Heart presents amazing anecdotes of animal behavior as well as both the science and informed speculations concerning animal cognition, consciousness, and passions.
DOMINANCE THEORY AND DOGS
James O'Heare; $19.95
An exploration of the theory of dominance and how it applies to domestic dogs.
HOW TO SAY IT TO YOUR DOG
Janine Adams; $10.85
How to solve behavior problems in ways your dog will understand. A positive approach to training and care.
PSYCHOLOGY OF LEARNING AND BEHAVIOR, 5TH EDITION
Barry Schwartz, Edward Wasserman & Steven Robbins;
$53.45
Basic principles of Pavlovian conditioning, operant conditioning, and comparative cognition.
WHALE DONE! THE POWER OF POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS
Ken Blanchard, Thad Lacinak, Chuck Tompkins, & Jim Ballard
$14.95
A fascinating look at the power of positive reinforcement for managers in the business world based on research done and techniques developed by marine mammal trainers at Sea World.
IF ONLY THEY COULD SPEAK
Nicholas Dodman; $14.95
13 true stories from Dr. Dodman's practice that are as wise, and almost as human, as the lives of the disturbed animals they portray. Good reading for any dog fancier.
DOMINANCE: FACT OR FICTION?
Barry Eaton; $7.95
Pulls the new research and theories of dominance together, and combined with the author's own ideas on the subject, produces an overview of an alternative view of dominance.
BANDIT: DOSSIER OF A DANGEROUS DOG
Vicki Hearne; $22.95
This highly original and dramatic report on the Bandit case was first published in 1991, and is now more timely than ever.
CANINE BEHAVIOR PROGRAM: BODY POSTURES & EVALUATING BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Suzanne Hetts & Daniel Estep; $149.00
A 2-video training program for evaluating canine behavior and understanding canine body language. Includes a 96 page workbook.
The Secret Lives of Dogs: The Real Reasons Behind 52 Mysterious Canine Behaviors
Jana Murphy; $10.17
The real reasons behind 52 mysterious canine behaviors! Reveals what dogs think, how they feel, and how they see the world - and what you can do to make them happier than ever.

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