Dog Tricks For Dummies
by Sarah Hodgson

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Book Review: Easy and Effective Training Techniques
Summary: 5 Stars

The first lesson I learned after buying this book, was to do my shopping online! Beyond that, this book clearly and concisely explains the steps to teaching an amazing array of tricks, many that are fun and clever, but also others that are extemely practical.

The method the author uses (breaking complex tricks into a series of smaller, easy-to-teach skills) is both effective and fun. She also is very frank and kind in explaining that not all dogs are good at all tricks. Her discussion on breeds and their natural abilities helped me identify the tricks my little guy would most likely learn and excell at.

Right now we're learning the 7 basic commands and, at 4 months, my puppy is already getting compliments on his intellegence and good manners. Jesse and I highly recommend this book.

Summary of Dog Tricks For Dummies

Tricks and games are open to dogs of all sizes, shapes, and ages. Every dog can learn to do something they?ll enjoy. A Poodle, for example, can learn to dance. A retriever needs to fetch. Bichon Frises love their parlor tricks. Huskies want to pull a sled, herders love to herd, and so on. As for you, the dog owner, you  need to be sure your pooch knows who?s in charge. You need to be the trainer, not the trained, before you and your dog can move on to tricks and games.

Dog Tricks For Dummies makes trick training fun for you and your dog. You can teach simple tricks, like wagging the tail on command, and more complex ones, like fetching a soda from the refrigerator. This handy guide also shows you how to

• Use basic commands such as Sit, Stay, Down, and Go.
• Teach good manners: Potty in one place, settle in one spot, pick up toys
• Identify your dog's personality: Eager Beaver, Comedian, Bully, and more
• Keep injuries at bay with a health plan
• Teach jumps (and when not to jump)
• Have fun in the snow: Sledding, skijoring, and tunneling
• Go hiking, backpacking, or carting with your dog
• Train your dog to run an agility course
• Play Frisbee and flyball
• Participate in pet therapy and at kids' parties

Sharing your life with a dog shouldn?t be a militaristic venture, selfishly designed around what you want your dog to do. Owning a dog is about joining two different species, two different spirits, in a way that will make the world better for both.

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