Resources
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Herding (lessons/ training/puppies/ trials): contact Lee Lumb at Stirling Acres Border Collies
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Dog Agility (training/ trialing) contact Dog'O'Pogo Agility
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Training Articles/Video Clips:
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Emily Larlham training articles
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Solving counter surfing - by Kikopup
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Building a stay with the clicker - Kikopup: Youtube video
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Dr. Sophia Yin - She is an animal behaviorist who writes articles on training, behavioural issues and interactions.
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Bite Prevention / Body Language
Understanding Dog's Body language
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What is your dog trying to tell you Body language
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I Speak Doggie A great video for teaching children
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Stop the 77% Bite prevention
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Stress Signs in Dogs Great photos of stress indicators
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Bite Prevention By Victoria Stilwell
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Dog safety for kids by Doggone safe
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Early socialization and puppies:
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The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior: puppy socialization AVSAB.pdf
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American Society for the Prevention Cruelty to Animals: ASPCA views on socialization.doc
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Dec. 09: risks v.s. benefit article from Veterinary Medicine: veterinary medicine socialization risk vs benefit.doc
Recommended Reading
Donaldson, Jean. Culture Clash. Understanding relationships between Humans and Dogs
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Donaldson, Jean. Mine! A practical guide to resource guarding.
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Fenzi, Denise. Beyond the Backyard. Train your dog to listen anywhere, anytime
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McConnell, Pat. The Cautious Canine Many fear-based problems can be overcome by learning how to apply desensitization and counter conditioning
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McConnell, Pat. Feisty Fido. Using these pet-friendly, positive reinforcement techniques you’ll soon be able to relax and enjoy your walks.
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McConnell, Pat. The Other End of the Leash. A new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs.
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McDevitt, Leslie. Control Unleashed. Has great ideas to control overarousal
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Miller, Pat. The Power of Positive Dog Training. Pat gives a wealth of positive training tools
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Prior, Karen. Don't Shoot the Dog. Clear and entertaining explanation of behavioral training methods
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VanArendonk Baugh, Laura. Fire, Frantic & Freaked out. Training Crazy Over the Top to under control.
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Yin, Sophia. The Perfect Puppy in 7 Days.
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