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GET TO KNOW YOUR DOG. Renowned expert dog trainer and bestselling author of Lucky Dog Lessons Brandon McMillan unpacks the unique and often misunderstood 15,000-year evolutionary history governing a dog’s every move.
Most dog owners know the truth—their dogs are totally incompatible with the modern world. Instincts like herding, chasing, and protecting have no natural outlet and frequently result in chewing, barking, nipping, jumping, lunging, and worse. However, as McMillan argues in these pages, the solution isn’t as simple as mastering “sit” and “stay.”
No matter what kind of dog you have, no matter how old or young or well trained or well-bred, your beloved companion is strongly influenced by his DNA. The result of these genetic distinctions shows up in every inch and action—from the size and shape of a dog’s head (and the brain inside it) to the length and curve of his tail, from the texture of her fur to the webbing (or lack of webbing) between her toes. It’s in their lung capacity, their tolerance for heat and cold, their appetites for food and exercise, and whether and how they bark. It goes beyond their structure and deep into their psychological profiles. Perhaps you’re lucky enough to have a dog with more than a few breeds mixed in, which makes this information all the more crucial to know and understand.
In The Story of Your Dog, McMillan breaks down why your dog acts the way it does, so you can train better and easier, with fewer missteps and miscommunications, and bond in ways you never thought possible. It is an invitation to get to know the sometimes frustrating but always incredible dog at the other end of the leash.
Customers say
Customers find the book informative and helpful for learning about dogs. They describe it as an enjoyable read with clear and concise writing. The content is excellent and the writing style is engaging.
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Amber Montz –
Good book
Love the show and the book has great insights for picking a breed or mixed breed of a certain type and training it based on those characteristics. Recommend!
Jane B. –
Loved it!
Good writing and good information. And it works for the dogs. I am not able to get the results as quickly as the author but I still get the results.
Chelo08 –
I love Brandon McMillan.
Brandon McMillan is very knowledgeable about dogs and he loves and cares about dogs so much. This book was an enjoyable read.
SC –
Dont even read review. Just buy it!
BOTTOM LINE: Buy this book. Read this book. You will be both entertained and become smarter by learning so much about dogs. While there are many books about dogs and dog training, this one is a stand out. Brandon takes you into the historical genetic history of dogs to help us understand the behaviors and how they change from breed to breed. Not only does this provide information I havenât seen in other books with such clarity, but it helps understand broader approaches to training beyond teaching mere commands. The supportive anecdotes are also entertaining and engaging. Not only is the content excellent, but the writing is also clear and concise. Thank you for writing such a gift to dog lovers!
Duke2 –
Great Book but One Enhancement Suggested
The author’s sharing of his knowledge and experience is great and is very helpful to us dog owners and potential dog owners. The book would have been enhanced for me as a visual learner if it included pictures of the various breeds. I found myself reading a couple of pages and then looking up on the internet for pictures of the type of dog being discussed. This got to be a very tedious way of getting through the book, but I am much more familiar if I can attach discussions of a dog breed with a picture of the dog. Just seeing the name of the breed and a discussion would not allow me to recognize different breeds when I encounter them without an image in my brain.
Lori Krysiuk –
A Fascinating New Read by Brandon McMillan!
For most of us who watched Lucky Dog for years to catch the incredible Brandon McMillan in action, “The Story Of Your Dog” is a love letter from Brandon to all of his many fans. The book details all dogs by breed as well as by their inherent personality traits and trainability, even for the loveably mixed breed dogs known as mutts. Brandon dispenses his encyclopedic knowledge with his usual hysterical sense of humor, and makes the reader feel like they’re sitting in on a private master class with him. In a nutshell, Brandon Speaks Dog, and he lets you in on the fun. Expect to be both enlightened, and entertained, by this wonderful book!
barry it –
Instructions and understand your dog
Love this book and the author!!!I will buy all Brandonâs materials!He really knows, respects and is honest to help people bring the right dog into your family!
Scuba Paws –
great history and understanding of dogs
As a dog lover and trainer of many years I found this book fascinating. Some facts I knew but Brandonâs perspective was inspiring and educational. I have read numerous books on dogs, their behavior and training over the years and this is one of the best!
Brenda Kerwin –
Exactly the excellence expected from Brandon McMillan, informative and engaging