A deeply touching portrait of a remarkable animal, Merle's Door explores the issues that all animals and their human companions face as their lives intertwine. Author Ted Kerasote presents the latest research into animal behavior as well as the origins and evolution of human-dog interaction. Kerasote's adopted Labrador mix, Merle, showed the author how dogs might live were they free; the author suggests how they should be allowed to live and the doors that should always remain open to them.
Temple Grandin meets Steven Pinker in this engaging and informative look at what goes on inside the minds of dogs—from a cognitive scientist with a background at the New Yorker.
The critically acclaimed author of "The Other End of the Leash" offers fascinating insights into the canine mind—critical tools for a healthy relationship with a well-trained dog.
The Playful, Nonaggressive Way to Teach Your Dog Good Behavior
Tamar Geller, Andrea Cagan Renée Raudman
In The Loved Dog, Tamar Geller shows anyone how to
childproof a dog, teach him vocabulary, use treats the
right way, play "tug of war" to build trust, make it fun
for him to come when called, teach him not to jump on
people, and much more—using only playful bonding
and positive reinforcement.
The Courage, Love, and Loyalty of Military Working Dogs
Lisa Rogak Kate Reading
From the author of the Edgar- and Anthony-nominated Haunted Heart comes an incredible, heartwarming story of the largely unseen but vital role that dogs play in our armed forces.
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Loved Dog comes a groundbreaking thirty-day plan for training dogs—young or old—to become housebroken, happy, and well-behaved within one month.
How the New Science of Dog Behavior Can Make You a Better Friend to Your Pet
John Bradshaw Michael Page
From renowned anthrozoologist Dr. John Bradshaw comes a clear-headed examination of how the latest scientific research on dog behavior can improve our relationships with our canine companions.
