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The other end of the leash : why we do what we do around dogs / Patricia B. McConnell.

Summary:

A new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs. Applied animal behaviorist and dog trainer Dr. Patricia McConnell muses about why we behave the way we do around our dogs, how dogs might interpret our behavior, and how to interact with our dogs in ways that bring out the best in them. Although humans and dogs share a remarkable relationship that is unique in the animal world, we are still two entirely different species, and a lot gets lost in the translation--this is why much of what appears to be disobedience is simply miscommunication. Dr. McConnell teaches how to use your voice so that your dog is more likely to do what you ask; why "getting dominance" over your dog is a bad idea; how dogs and humans share personality types--and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than "alphas."--Publisher description.

Record details

ISBN: 034544678X
ISBN: 9780345446787
ISBN: 1863253203
ISBN: 9781863253208
Physical Description: xxvi, 246 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 21 cm
Publisher: New York : Ballantine Books, 2003.

Content descriptions

General Note:	First trade paperback ed.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 226-249) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Monkey see, monkey do -- Translating primate to canine -- Talking to each other -- Planet Smell -- Fun and play -- Packmates -- The truth about dominance -- Patient dogs and wise humans -- Personalities -- Love and loss.