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Dog Training Club awards announced
Sheboygan Press - Mar 11, 2010
The Sheboygan Dog Training Club celebrated its 57th year, recognized long-standing members and presented awards during its banquet Feb. 13. ... Ask the Dog Trainer
Vero Beach Press-Journal (subscription) - Mar 11, 2010
By cissyvb, YourNews contributor Using shaping to teach a dog to do something is a test of dog training skill and patience. I find it is a great way to get ... Dog training classes offered in Abington
Abington Mariner - Mar 11, 2010
Spring/summer dog training classes, sponsored by the New England Humane Association, will take place at Abington NEHA, 398 Ashland St., ...

Dog Training books

How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond

by: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
Lots of storytelling, very basic instructions, absolutely nothing when it comes to the more challenging aspects of dog-human relationships. Since my dog didn't read the book, it's up to me to convey the information and apparently there's a communication gap (true in most relationships!). I was looking for more instruction on what to do when we (dog & I) are not successful at the basic level.
I love Cesar, but believe there's more to the story and I didn't get it in this book.
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101 Dog Tricks: Step by Step Activities to Engage, Challenge, and Bond with Your Dog

by: Kyra Sundance, Chalcy
Love it, everything from sit to get me a beer! And it shows you how to do it step by step, the body language, eye contact all of it. I ordered this one and Victoria Stillwells, It's Me or The Dog book. Together they are awesome!
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Be the Pack Leader: Use Cesar's Way to Transform Your Dog . . . and Your Life

by: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
I get more out of Cesar's books in reminding me of my role and responsibility as a pet owner. If you are looking for a tactical book giving you step-by-step instructions, this probably isn't the book for you. Cesar's books don't always give clear tactical steps to dog training. You do X, Y, Z. But I still think it's a good read if you take it for what it is.

What I always take away from the books:
(1) Reminds us that what we want to give our dogs and what the dogs need, may be two very different things .
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The Art of Raising a Puppy

by: The Monks of New Skete
I ordered this book upon the advice of our breeder when the puppies were about 2 weeks old. No one is really thinking about serious training when there is still another 6-8 weeks before you receive your newest family member. This book was wonderful. The authors used real dogs and puppies as examples to explain their training techniques. It was well written and easy to understand. Even though we had raised puppies in the past, it had been some time since we'd had a new pup. The content was extremely informative and insightful as to what a dog may be thinking or experiencing.
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