Secrets of a Dog Trainer: Positive Problem Solving for a Well-Behaved Dog

Easy, positive solutions that deliver long-lasting results for the most common dog challenges Whether helping a new puppy adjust or working with a dog who’s been a member of the household for years, the need for dog training advice is constant. For dog lovers seeking positive solutions to persistent behavior problems, veteran dog trainer Victoria Schade provides fresh, innovative answers in her latest book, Secrets of a Dog Trainer. Approaching common dog training problems from a trainer's point of view, Schade helps readers understand how minor problems can become major ones if treated incorrectly. She illustrates each behavioral challenge with a case study, then provides several choose-your-own-ending possibilities as to how the behavior might develop without proper intervention. She then shares the positive training alternatives. When executed properly, Schade’s solutions provide predictable, positive outcomes—and happy, better-behaved dogs. From an approachable perspective, S