Human-Canine Behavior Connection Paperback – June 1, 2017 by Marissa Martino (Author)

Human-Canine Behavior Connection: Building Better Relationships Through Dog Training is an interactive dog training and behavior book that combines the principles of dog training with the science of relationships in order to deepen the connection between you and your dog. The book is designed to help you and your canine companion expand as individuals and grow together as a team. The book introduces my training and behavior modification framework, Human-Canine Behavior Connection (HCBC). The approach consists of 4 steps:  STEP 1: Training the Pet Parent  Understanding your dog's behavior and their relationship to the world Understanding what your dog is communicating STEP 2: Training the Dog Implementing management strategies to support your dog’s behavior Introducing training & behavior modification techniques STEP 3: Enhancing the Relationship  Understanding your response to your dog's behavior  Introducing relationship-building principles to enhance your train