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 How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend: The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition) :: 0316610003
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| How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend, an informal, friendly guide by The Monks of New Skete, is really two books in one: a step-by-step training manual and a philosophical discussion of the spiritual benefits of owning a dog. The Monks, who support their community in upstate New York by breeding and training German shepherds, reveal a profound devotion to all breeds in this detailed guide to every imaginable aspect of dog ownership. They cover it all: naming the puppy, training with eye contact and jingling keys, establishing the best sleeping arrangements, even dealing with pet loneliness. Owners are advised to think of themselves as the dog's alpha figure, to train with praise instead of punishment, and to beware of becoming the dog's maid or doorman. Throughout, the authors reflect on the deep spiritual connection possible between humans and dogs. Generations of dogs have been trained with the bestselling 1978 edition of this book. With this update, the Monks are bound to gain many new fans--happy humans and obedient canines alike. With modesty and generosity, the Monks offer an extensive list of other helpful books about dogs, as well as a useful appendix of American Kennel Club titles and terms. --Judy Fireman Editorial Descriptions are usually submitted by the manufacturers, publishers and authors. Contact us if you are one of them, and wish to change the above description. |
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Author: Guest
I bought the first edition back in '86 and raised an English Springer to the age of 13.
A great dog. Will get a westie next month, so I bought the up dated version. Everything you need to know about raising and training your pup is in this book.
Also I suggest their Puppy training book To go along with your Dogs Best Friend.
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Author: Guest
Everything was just as described. I would definitely order from them again.
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Author: Guest
Anyone that has a dog or that is getting a dog should read this book it is helpfull in many different areas. they teach you has to treat your dog in the best way.
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Author: Guest
The Monks of New Skete make training and understanding your dog a simple, straight forward journey. They explain the need to not only train the dog but how important it is to listen as well. Respect on both parts of the relationship is paramount. The Monks have proven through the years that quiet confidence on the part of the owner wins both the heart and trust of man's best friend.
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Author: Guest
This book, "How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend", is not just a great training book, but it is a great understanding book. It helps one to understand the mind and soul of a dog. It allows the person and the dog to get closer to each other and nourish the needs of each other. I surly would recommend this to not only dog owner and prospective dog owners, but also to people who want to gain an better understanding of themselves.My hat is off to the Monks.
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