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AGGRESSION IN DOGS: PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT, PREVENTION & BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION Author - Brenda Aloff - Publisher - Dogwise This book has become the "bible" for identifying, understanding, and resolving aggression problems in dogs. Learn how dogs communicate stress and fear with body language. Learn how to prevent the development of aggression by avoiding common mistakes when working with a dog. Learn how to build trust by using positive reinforcement. Contains detailed training protocols to use in specific types of aggression situations and how to manage the aggressive dog for his safety and that of the community Price: £45.49 Quantity:

BEHAVIOUR ADJUSTMENT TRAINING Author - Grisha Stewart, M.A. CPDT-KA - Publisher - Dogwise Think “functional” to solve your dog’s reactivity issues. Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) was developed by author Grisha Stewart to rehabilitate and prevent dog reactivity. BAT looks at the function of growling, lunging, or fleeing and helps dogs learn socially acceptable behaviors that serve that same function. In a nutshell, BAT builds confidence by giving dogs a chance to learn to control their environment through peaceful means. That makes BAT very empowering to your dog or puppy, in a good way. It’s also empowering for you, as you learn how to understand your dog and help him learn to safely get along with people, dogs, and other triggers. Price: £20.49 Quantity:

CHASE! MANAGING YOUR DOG'S PREDATORY INSTINCTS Author - Clarissa Von Reinhardt - Publisher - Dogwise Almost every dog has some degree of prey drive and you may experience it when your otherwise well mannered dog suddenly takes off chasing after a rabbit, squirrel, or a jogger. The old approach to solving this problem involved the use of corrective devices like choke chains and electronic fences. A better approach includes training and management techniques that reward your dog for choosing to focus on and stay near you, the owner. Clarissa von Reinhardt has been working on the issue of how to deal with unwanted predatory behaviour for many years. In this fascinating and inspiring book, she takes the readers step by step through her training methods, inviting them to learn more about a dog’s complex spectrum of behaviour, and ultimately to maintain as much control as possible over the urge to chase prey. For further information on this subject we recommend the DVD "PREDATION IN FAMILY DOGS" by Jean Donaldson - also available from our webshop - £21.49 including carriage. Price: £16.49 Quantity:

DOG INSIGHT Author - Pamela Reid - Publisher - Dogwise Trainers and animal behaviorists around the globe consider Pam Reid’s Excel-erated Learning one of the most important and influential books ever written in the field of dog behavior. Although that’s a hard act to follow, Dog InSight, Pam’s second book, does not disappoint. In over forty fascinating essays, Pam explores a wide range of topics, including learning theory, training techniques and behavior problems. You will learn: • Why early enrichment and socialization are crucial when raising a puppy. • Why you should take puppy “temperament tests” with a grain of salt. • Why dogs are incredibly adept at reading body language and solving certain kinds of complex problems—but “spectacularly dense” when facing other tasks. • Why misunderstanding dominance theory often leads to failure when people try to change problem behaviors in dogs. Pam’s insights are both educational and thought-provoking. Not only does she deliver scientifically sound information; she also challenges the reader to re-examine several widely held—but not necessarily accurate—beliefs about dogs. If you’re at all interested in canine behavior, you won’t want to miss out on this well-presented wealth of knowledge. Price: £16.49 Quantity:

HANDBOOK OF APPLIED DOG BEHAVIOUR AND TRAINING: PRINCIPLES OF BEHAVIOURAL ADAPTION AND LEARNING Vol.1: Author - Lindsay - Publisher - Iowa State Univ. / Dogwise Twenty five years of study and experience went into the making of this unique reference. Vets, animal scientists, dog owners, trainers, consultants, and counsellors will find this 410 page book a benchmark reference and handbook concerning positive, humane management and control of dogs. Reflecting the author's extensive work with dogs, this book promises thorough explanations of topics, and proven behavioural strategies that have been designed, tested, and used by the author. More than 50 figures and tables illustrate this unique and significant contribution to dog behaviour, training, and learning. Price: £69.50 Quantity:

HANDBOOK OF APPLIED DOG BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING VOL. 2 - ETIOLOGY AND ASSESSMENT Author - Lindsay - Publisher - Iowa State Univ. / Dogwise Volume 2 of Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training explores the collective causes underlying the development of serious adjustment problems in dogs. Coupled with Volume 1: Adaptation and Learning, Volume 2 provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical framework for understanding the development and treatment of behaviour problems. The focus of Volume 2 is to present and evaluate the relevant applied and scientific literature, with the goals of clarifying what is known about the etiology of dog behaviour problems and highlighting what yet remains to be learned. In addition, the author introduces several alternative ways for analyzing and understanding the etiology of behaviour problems. Price: £57.50 Quantity:

HANDBOOK OF APPLIED DOG BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING VOL. 3 - PROCEDURES AND PROTOCOLS Author - Lindsay - Publisher - Iowa State Univ. / Dogwise The Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training series provides a coherent and integrated approach to understanding and controlling dog behaviour. In Volume 3, various themes introduced in Volumes 1 and 2 are expanded upon, especially causally significant social, biological, and behavioural influences that impact on the etiology of behaviour problems and their treatment. Ethological observations, relevant behavioural and neurobiological research, and dog behavior clinical findings are reviewed and critiqued in detail. Many of the training concepts, procedures, and protocols described have not been previously published, making this book a unique contribution to dog behaviour and training literature. Price: £76.50 Quantity:

BARKING - THE SOUND OF A LANGUAGE Author - Turid Rugaas - Publisher - Dogwise / Corpus Barking is one of the many ways dogs communicate with each other and with humans. Think of barking as part of your dog’s language. When a dog barks, he is expressing something and you can learn to understand what he is he is trying to say. In this book, author Turid Rugaas, well known for her work on identifying and utilising canine calming signals, turns her attention to understanding and managing barking behaviour. If you can identify what your dog is expressing when he barks, you can take steps to minimize the negative effects of barking in cases where you find it a problem. Price: £12.49 Quantity:

BEHAVIOURAL BIOLOGY OF DOGS Edited by P Jensen - Publisher - CABI Publishing The long-established connection between dogs and humans has given rise to behavioural adaptations typical of mutualism, which ties our own evolutionary and historical paths closely to those of the dog. Written by experts in different areas, this book presents an up-to-date account of the behavioural biology of dogs. Split in 3 parts, the book addresses the specific aspects of behavioural biology. The first part deals with the evolution and development of the dog, whereas the next part deals with basic aspects of dog behaviour. The final part emphasises on the behavioural problems, their prevention and cure. Price: £40.50 Quantity:

CANINE BEHAVIOUR A PHOTO ILLUSTRATED HANDBOOK Author - Handelman - Publisher - Dogwise / Corpus Dogs have deliberate, subtle, and often humorous ways of expressing themselves. Canine Behaviour, A Photo Illustrated Handbook includes 1,000 images of dogs, wolves, coyotes, and foxes. It was created for everyone interested in dogs; pet owners, trainers, vets, ethologists, and behaviourists. Using the interdisciplinary language of photography, Barbara Handelman illustrates and explains canine behaviour and communication. Her book establishes a common understanding and vocabulary for people interested in, and working with, dogs. Price: £45.49 Quantity:

CANINE BODY LANGUAGE Author - Brenda Aloff - Publisher - Dogwise / Corpus Never before has canine body language been so thoroughly documented with photographs and text. Hundreds of images in this almost 400 page book illustrate the incredible variety of postures, behaviours and situations that the typical dog either manifests or encounters in his day-to-day life. There isn’t a dog trainer or behaviorist who won’t learn something new in this incredible volume. Price: £40.49 Quantity:

CESAR'S WAY - The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems This 234 page manual presents a commonsense guide to understanding canine behaviour, explains how to use a dog's natural pack instincts to help cure behavioural problems and emphasizes the importance of exercise, discipline, and affection in a dog's life. A reader from Wales commented, "The best book I ever read! Every dog owner should be made to read this book before purchasing their dog. It helps owners to get the best from their dogs and it certainly helps the dogs to get the best from their owners and life generally. Cesar is gifted in the art of understanding a dogs mind, the advice this book will give you will have a huge and positive impact on your home life with your dog A definate MUST READ!" Price: £16.49 Quantity:

CHANGING PROBLEM BEHAVIOUR Author - James O'Heare - Publisher - Dogwise Understanding the mind of an animal is key to training it. "Changing Problem Behaviour: A Systematic & Comprehensive Approach To Behaviour Change Project Management" is a veterinary psychology manual from James O'Heare, detailing analytical approach to training unacceptable behaviours out of animals. With the fundamentals that can apply to all species, O'Heare provides a solid and very highly recommended guide for all who train animals. Price: £23.49 Quantity:

CHILL OUT FIDO Author - Nan Kené Arthur - Publisher - Dogwise Does your dog go crazy when the doorbell rings or when you grab the leash to take him for a walk? Getting your dog to calm down and relax is one of the most common challenges dog owners face. This two-part book will help you first identify the factors that cause this kind of behaviour in dogs, then provide you with eleven key training exercises to teach your dog how to calm down, pay attention to you, relax, and respond to every day situations with confidence and composure. Get results by learning about *The interrelated factors that can cause your dog’s over-active behaviors. *The impact that diet can have on your dog’s inability to relax. *The basics of modern positive dog training that are the key to solving these common problems. * How to reward your dog for relaxed behaviors—and avoid inadvertently reinforcing your dog’s wildness. *Step-by-step training exercises that deal with the most common situations where dogs tend to have trouble staying calm. Price: £18.49 Quantity:

CLEVER DOG - The dog is undeniably the most successful domestic animal of all time. He shares his life with ours, has integrated into our society, won the hearts and minds of millions of us and we in turn, have elevated him to positions of authority in the human world - as assistance dogs, protection dogs, detection dogs, companion dogs and they all enhance our lives immeasurably. In this study we can examine a whole raft of canine skills and talents, and try to piece together how and why the dog has enjoyed such immense success as a domesticated animal. We will look at the dog as a problem solver, conflict resolver, and health asset, decision maker and hero and as loyal and trusted companion. A wonderful exploration of man's relationship with his best friend. Price: £12.49 Quantity:

CLINICAL BEHAVIOURAL MEDICINE FOR SMALL ANIMALS Author - Overall - Publisher - Harcourt Brace Animal behaviour treatment is a growing component in today's veterinary practice. This is an authoritative, scientifically-based reference on preventing, diagnosing and successfully treating behaviour cases. Every kind of problem, from aggressive behaviour to self-mutilation is discussed in the book's 544 pages. It offers step-by-step guidelines, so practitioners can successfully manage behavioural problems from the first indication Price: £48.95 Quantity:

COMPANION ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR Author - APBC, edited by David Appleby - Publisher - Souvenir 291 pages of information suggesting how we can enhance our pets' relationship with us and with each other. Expertly written by top names in pet behaviour counselling, this volume explains why it is crucial to understand the mindset of our pets Price: £18.49 Quantity:

CULTURE CLASH Author - Donaldson - Publisher - Dogwise A revolutionary new way of understanding the relationship between humans and domestic dogs. The author's work with her own dogs and those of her clients, and her studies with other behaviourists has led her to the realisation that dogs probably learn exclusively through conditioning of various types. Understand the role of conditioning on a dog's intelligence and morality; predatory and social behaviour; socialisation, conflict resolution, fear & aggression; behaviour problems & solutions. Price: £18.45 Quantity:

DIFFICULT DOGS Author - Vanessa Stead - Publisher - Crowood When your dog's behaviour becomes problematic no matter how understanding and patient you may be it can leave you feeling distressed, unhappy and unsure of what to do. Your dog's behaviour can have significant implications for everybody concerned, both in and out of the home and in severe cases you may even be contemplating parting with your dog as everyday life becomes seemingly impossible. This invaluable book aims to help you understand your dog's negative behavioural traits, displays and actions; whilst explaining why they are likely to have occurred and how you can put into practice effective methods to solve unwanted behaviour. Topics covered include: Stressed owner; stressed dog Second hand dog; first hand problems How to deal with problem behaviour both in the home and outside Understanding aggression Effective training for obedience Price: £17.49 Quantity:

DOG BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS, THE COUNSELLOR'S HANDBOOK Author - William E Campbell - Publisher - Dogwise / Corpus Whether you are currently conducting behaviour consultations or planning to enter the field, this book offers invaluable insights and guidance from one of the world’s leading pet dog behaviour counsellors. From the nitty-gritty of organising and marketing your practice ethically to developing the three key human qualities shared by successful, effective counsellors, this is an excellent comprehensive guide for professionals who do one-to-one behaviour counselling Price: £23.49 Quantity:

DOG PROBLEMS GENTLE MODERN CURE Author - Weston - Publisher - Hyland House David and Ruth Weston explain why it is so difficult for dogs to adapt to modem suburban living and how we can make it easier for them to fit into our lifestyle. More than 120 colour photographs illustrate the ways in which you can cure your dog's problems. It is so simple when you know how. This 144 page book tells you how to solve behavioural problems entirely without force by using the latest scientific method based on operant conditioning. Price: £21.49 Quantity:

DOGS BEHAVING BADLY - A PRACTICAL PROBLEM SOLVER Author - Gwen Bailey - Publisher - Harper Collins This contains easy-to-follow advice on a wide selection of common problems, as well as a number of fascinating case histories. Drawing on over 14 years of experience as an animal behaviourist for a leading animal welfare charity, and experience from running her own practice, Gwen Bailey provides sound, practical information on the most frequent behavioural and training concerns of dog and puppy owners. A clear question-and-answer format helps the reader to access the expert solutions With advice suitable for dogs of all ages and breeds, and illustrated throughout with full-colour photographs, this problem solver will enable any owner to transform even the most unruly of dogs into a happy and obedient pet. Price: £10.49 Quantity:

EVOLUTION OF CANINE SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR Author - Roger Arbrantes - Publisher - First Stone This detailed study of evolution of canine social behaviour leads the reader step-by-step through the various aspects involved in development of single social behaviour patterns. Also a comparative study, this book dismisses many common beliefs and assumptions, and leaves the reader with simple, sound explanations. A must for all students of animal behaviour. Price: £12.49 Quantity:

GENETICS AND the SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR OF THE DOG (1965 reprint) Author - Scott & Fuller - Publisher - Chicago University Press / Crosskeys This 506 page volume, a reprint of the classic published in 1965, was based on twenty years of research and is still one of the most important texts on canine behaviour published to date. "Genetics and the Social Behaviour of the Dog is essential reading for anyone involved in the breeding of dogs. No breeder can afford to ignore the principles of proper socialization first discovered and articulated in this landmark study." Reviewer's comment. Price: £26.00 Quantity:

GET CONNECTED WITH YOUR DOG Author & Presenter Brenda Allof - Publisher - Dogwise Getting connected with your dog allows you to build a relationship in which learning can flourish and the needs of both the dog and the owner are met. Find out how much easier it is to train your dog when he understands what you want and is in "frontbrain" mode! Includes a DVD with exercises to build you training skills. NOTE: The DVD is located inside the back cover of the book. Use exercises shown in the accompanying DVD (90 Mins) to build your skill and confidence as a trainer. Price: £45.49 Quantity:

HANDBOOK OF BEHAVIOURAL PROBLEMS OF THE DOG AND CAT Author - Lansberg - Publisher - Heineman This is a comprehensive guide to understanding, preventing and treating common behaviour problems of the dog and cat. Written for the busy practicing vet, the information is provided in a very easy to use format, utilising numerous tables and charts in its 728 pages. This new edition has been completely revised and includes new chapters on pain management, alternative therapy, French approach to behaviour problems in dogs and canine and feline behavioural development. An accompanying CD includes numerous behaviour forms and client handouts. Price: £59.49 Quantity:

I'LL BE HOME SOON - How to Prevent and Treat Separation Anxiety Author - Patricia B. McConnell - Publisher - Dogwise This 36 page mini-book explains the difference between dogs who truly have separation anxiety and those that merely misbehave. It describes a dog behaviour modification programme for the prevention and treatment of both problems. It also contains a wealth of ideas for keeping your dog happy in your absence and can help prevent and treat both minor and severe dog problems related to dogs being home alone. Price: £9.49 Quantity:

IN TUNE WITH YOUR DOG Author - John Rogerson - Publisher John Rogerson Subtitled, "an owners guide to training and improving behaviour" this fascinating book is a must for every dog owner. It shows how, by understanding the cause of the problem and learning to re-channel natural instincts, anti-social behaviour can, with patience, be reversed Price: £20.49 Quantity:

IT'S ME OR THE DOG Author Victoris Stilwell - Publisher - Collins In this major "Channel 4" series, expert dog trainer Victoria Stilwell is parachuted into families where the resident pet is, literally as well as metaphorically, tearing the family apart. Through observation and interviews, as well as secret filming with a 'pet cam', she assembles her evidence and diagnoses the problem. A clear, practical training programme follows. "It's Me or the Dog" offers a superb, practical manual for pet owners - whether faced with training a new puppy or with correcting the bad habits of an existing pet. Seeing the world from the dog's point of view is key. She explains how dogs learn and provides a timed, structured programme for both puppies and older dogs, plus a wealth of problem-solving advice. Price: £19.49 Quantity:

CANINE AND FELINE BEHAVIOURAL MEDICINE Author - Overall - Publisher - Harcourt Brace Written primarily for the veterinary surgeon in general practice, by veterinarians working in the field of behaviour in different countries, the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioural Medicine offers both sound scientific information and practical easy to follow advice. The book will also appeal to those who already have a special interest in behaviour problems. Price: £76.50 Quantity:

MEASURING BEHAVIOUR Author - Martin & Bateson - Publisher - Cambmridge University press / Crosskeys Measuring Behaviour has established itself as a standard text. Largely rewritten, updated and reorganised, this third edition is, as before, a guide to the principles and methods of quantitative studies of behaviour, with an emphasis on techniques of observation, recording and analysis. It provides the basic knowledge needed to measure behaviour, doing so in a succinct and easily understood form. The sections on research design and the interpretation and presentation of data have been greatly expanded. Written with brevity and clarity, Measuring Behaviour is, above all, a practical guide book. Aimed primarily at undergraduate and graduate students in biology and psychology who are about to embark upon quantitative studies of animal and human behaviour, this book provides a concise review of methodology that will be of great value to scientists of all disciplines in which behaviour is measured, including biological anthropology, the social sciences and medicine. Price: £27.49 Quantity:

NERVE CELLS AND ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR Author - Young - Publisher - Crosskeys This new edition of Nerve Cells and Animal Behaviour has been updated and expanded by Peter Simmons and David Young in order to take into account more recent advances while still maintaining the accessibility of the book to university students. The book introduces the reader to the way in which nervous systems of animals control behaviour without assuming any prior knowledge of neurophysiology. Using a carefully selected series of behaviour patterns students are taken from an elementary-level introduction to a point where sufficient detail has been assimilated to allow a satisfying insight into current research on how nervous systems control and generate behaviour. Only examples where it has been possible to establish a clear link between the activity of particular nerve cells and a pattern of behaviour have been used. This book is essential reading for students of zoology, psychology and physiology and serves as a clear introduction to neuroethology. Price: £31.49 Quantity:

TALES OF TWO SPECIES Author - Patricia McConnell - Publisher - Dogwise Have you ever caught yourself wondering just what your dog is thinking when he suddenly drops to the ground and rolls around in ecstasy on his back? What about when he lowers his head and slinks away after a stranger walks up to him and pats him on the head? Join best-selling author Patricia McConnell in looking at the behavioural interactions of dogs and people and how the similarities and differences between us impact our relationships. "It's rare for someone with so much scientific knowledge to have her feet for solidly planted in the real lives of dogs. This book is a gift to those of us who want to understand dogs better, to communicate with them more clearly and perhaps most importantly, to help dogs understand us!" (taken from the back cover) Price: £16.49 Quantity:

WILD CANIDS Editor - Michael W Fox - Publisher - Dogwise Our knowledge of the behaviour and evolution of wolves, foxes, coyotes, and the domestic dog was limited until the publication of The Wild Canids in 1975. Edited by Dr. Michael W. Fox, one of the premier researchers in the field, the 30 scholarly studies presented in this acclaimed volume represented a major step forward in understanding these fascinating animals. It also laid out a number of areas of inquiry that stimulated further study. In the nearly 35 years since its publication, The Wild Canids has been a valuable resource in familiarizing dog trainers and behaviorists with the science of canine behaviour. Price: £29.50 Quantity:

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Welcome to the Our Dogs and Our Cats online shop. 1 Lund Street, Trafford Park, Manchester, M16 9EJ, United Kingdom. Tel: (0044) 0844 504 9008 E-Mail: fiona@ourdogs.co.uk