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Saturday Dogs...and the owners they trained,Used
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Though the recent history of dog training suggests otherwise, treats, choke chains, and shock collars ignore what makes a dog a dog.In fact, the overuse of such stimuli in combination with owner ignorance has created generations of hyperactive, disobedient dogs, some of whom are put to death.In this critically acclaimed book, Saturday Dogs...and the Owners They Trained, Susan Overfield outlines her proven training approach, focusing on the dog's behavior and social identity in a relationshiporiented way.Written in the spirit of James Herriott, Saturday Dogs is an anecdotal manual that examines common mistakes owners make in the realm of dog behavior.Brand, a Labrador retriever the size of a professional linebacker, takes his owner on a 'Nantucket sleigh ride.' Kit, for all his diminutive size, knows he's the King and not about to give up his throne, not even for the woman he loves. Bonnie, a Border collies whose world is a terrorfilled place, is miserable. These are the reallife anecdotal stories brought to Susan Overfield, a professional behavioralobedience trainer, for help.They, and the other dogs, have one common problemtheir owners don't have a clue as to how to communicate in order to make a dog happy and welladjusted so that it wants to behave for its human. The dogs are training the ownersand it's getting ugly! Each dog has a different issue. Each owner has a different challenge. Each pair learns how to develop the relationship that we all long to have with our dogsthat of a loving, trusting companion.Overfield's unique insight to both man and dog focuses on the stress and misery caused, often unintentionally, by owners. Her stories focus on clients with common behavioral problems that cause their animals to dig, chew, bark, jump, pull, fight and bite.Her method trains the owner to see their dog for what it isa dogand analyzes how the behavior and response of both parties results in either joy or abject misery.Written for any owner who has ever been trained by a dog, Saturday Dogs opens the door to a relationship with longterm stability within the behavioral, psychological, emotional and social parameters of man's best friend.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Saturday Dogs...and the Owners They Trained'? A: The book emphasizes a relationship-oriented approach to dog training, highlighting the importance of understanding a dog's behavior and social identity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Susan Overfield, a professional behavioral-obedience trainer with extensive experience in dog training.
- Q: What type of training approach does Susan Overfield advocate for? A: Overfield advocates for a training approach that focuses on the dog's perspective and encourages owners to communicate effectively to create a trusting relationship.
- Q: Is this book suitable for first-time dog owners? A: Yes, 'Saturday Dogs' is written for any owner, especially those who have struggled with their dog's behavior or feel that they have been trained by their dogs.
- Q: How does the author illustrate the challenges faced by dog owners? A: The book includes real-life anecdotes of different dogs and their owners, detailing the behavioral issues and the training process to resolve them.
- Q: What are some common behavioral problems discussed in the book? A: Common issues include digging, chewing, barking, jumping, pulling, fighting, and biting, with insights on how owners can address these behaviors.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Saturday Dogs'? A: The book was published on January 1, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 266 pages.
- Q: In what format is 'Saturday Dogs' available? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have some wear but is still readable.