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My name’s Steve Mann and I’ve been a professional dog trainer and behaviorist for more than 30 years. As founder of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers, I’ve helped transform the lives of over 100,000 dogs and their families—and now I want to help you, too! Whether you’re living with a brand-new puppy, an adult dog, or a rescue dog, my methods will give you everything you need to know. Using simple, proven, science-based and ethical techniques, I’ll show you how to have the best relationship with your pup, as well as teaching you how to get: super-fast recalls, great loose lead walking, perfect manners, and much, MUCH more.
Publisher : Blink Publishing; None edition (September 1, 2019)
Language : English
Paperback : 272 pages
ISBN-10 : 1788701607
ISBN-13 : 978-1788701600
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 6 x 0.8 x 9.25 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book easy to understand and informative for trainers and the general public. It covers all the fundamentals for training a puppy or adult dog, providing helpful tips for first-time trainers. Many describe it as an enjoyable, speedy read with a nice sense of humor.
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Deanna Zermeño –
Great for 1st time puppy owners
I got this book when we got our new puppy since neither my fiancé or I had had a puppy since early childhood. I really liked the silly humor thrown into the book and how easy of a read it was! Personally, I felt it was a great book for people who are new to raising a puppy. If you have experience and are looking for intermediate/advanced training advice this might not be the book for you. Itâs very basic, but very helpful and Iâm hoping will build a great foundation for a happy, well behaved dog!
Mj_a –
Buy it and read it!!
It doesnât matter if youâve had a puppy before or if youâve grown up with dogs your whole life- READ THIS BOOK! Things change, we learn more and more about our furry friends and ourselves. Steve Mannâs approach to love, understanding, and fun first and NEVER harsh words or consequences is such a breath of fresh air. Iâve had two incredibly well behaved dogs but they were never trained because I always felt the training options were mean. I felt like I was punishing my pups for doing something they didnât even know they were doing wrong. I hated it so they never learned the good stuff. This book IS THE GOOD STUFF! I even got a notebook to write down the lessons so I can take them on the go or even to the backyard so I can really âproofâ the lessons. I canât wait get my puppy and start our lifelong relationship that will be so much better because I have this book in my bag!!
BentMax –
I needed more details
I liked this- my trainer recommended getting it. However, I needed more hand holding when it came to taking care of my puppy the first week. I needed more specifics on getting through the days and nights. It was good for an overview and I didnât dive in past the first quarter yet because I just got frustrated and searched for more help from other resources.
Rebecca Grace –
Basic Puppy Training w/Positive Methods to Build a Lifelong Relationship
Loved this book. Itâs an enjoyable, speedy read sprinkled with humor throughout. I recommend reading it before you even bring puppy home, so you can start out right from Day One. All the basics are covered, from house training to chewing to greeting visitors politely and that elusive loose leash walking that we all dream of. Mannâs training philosophy revolves around understanding your dogâs point of view and using positive training methods that strengthen your relationship with your dog. No punishments or harsh methods; replacing undesirable behaviors with specific behaviors that you want puppy to do instead.
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WOW! WIN-WIN for all! A Perfect Recommendation
This book was recommended to me from my daughter who lives in Ireland, who said this is the #1 book recommended by dog trainers. And it has been fantastic! I have trained 5 other dogs and this time the training is working sooo much better. My dog is a small breed, Maltese-Poodle mix and I will say she seems pretty smart and the training is working extremely well on her and of course on me – the trainer. Because in fact it is as much about making sure you are doing it right as the dog. As Mann states, “it’s your responsibility. Your dog, your responsibility.” And the key is doing LOTS of practice in short sessions, multiple times a day.The best part is that my other dog, who is a senior dog (12 yrs), is learning the same lessons too! She was a good dog before but I just did not train her as much and she did not have some behaviors learned that I am learning with this book. She just wanted to get into the actions and gets those treats too. So a win-win.I highly recommend this book!
Janine Kuhn –
Love it
Explains everything very simply
Book Junkie –
Amazing book
Fun, informative read for trainers and the public alike. If you want to learn about puppies and having a great start with your pup or if you just want a great read, this is the book to get!
J. Michael Schultz –
A fun read training guide for puppy.
A very entertaining read from an expert who doesn’t take himself too seriously. About as silly as puppy sometimes but appropriate, right? Could have had more information on practical things like, what are good treats, especially since you’ll be giving hundreds to your pup if you use his methods. The book is really about using positive reinforcements — treats — to establish a number of behaviors in response to verbal cues. It’s not a comprehensive owners manual for your puppy. It’s more about your relationship to your dog and how to develop it.
Natalia C –
Itâs such a great book! Itâs funny and fun to read. Iâve honestly learned from it more than puppy classes. There are many practical examples and fun stories. I canât recommend it enough – you must read this book when you get a puppy!
Christine K –
I bought Steve Mann’s high-quality guide to understand more about puppy training because my friend Jane has just got two rescue dog puppies. This guide by Steve Mann covers everything from the first night of having a dog to all the essentials like toilet training, including a Poo and Pee Diary for overnight, toiletting, and different types of urination. There’s a very useful section on dog body language, including signals like stretching, yawning, scratching, and what to watch for in their eyes, mouth, tail, ears, head, and feet. Detailed instructions for teaching Sit are provided, along with the 3Ds, which are Duration, Distraction, and Distance. This guide includes many case studies related to various training scenarios.A chapter on mouth manners discusses chewing and teething and introduces the concept of positive interruptors. These are special sounds that make puppies drop what they’re doing and come running. Socialisation. tips cover how to introduce your dog to people and proper dog park etiquette. This guide explains jumping up, reflex to name (where puppies can’t resist checking in when they hear their name), eye contact training, loose lead walking, and recall commands for recall. Steve Mann describes how puppies come running towards you with the speed of a puma when called. He also explains nose targeting, holding out your hand and saying touch, so the puppy touches their nose against your hand and other practical tips like the rucksack walk. There’s a chapter on puppy school classes, group classes, and vet visits. This guide ends with goodbyes and good luck wishes. The photographs at the back are excellent for illustrating some of the concepts discussed overall. I have no hesitation in recommending this book to anyone who is looking for practical strategies and tips to train their puppy.
Beasana –
Dieses Buch ist ein Muss für alle Welpenbesitzer. Bzw. wäre es mehr als wünschenswert, wenn man sich schon VOR der Anschaffung eines Hundes dieses Buch zu Gemüte führt. Nett geschrieben, doch ohne Blabla auf den Punkt gebracht. Sehr nützliche Tipps und Hinweise. Kaufen!
Angélique Joniaux –
Waiting eagerly for the French translation so I can recommend it for my puppy classes clients 🙂
Maersta 71, Sweden –
Crap