Resources

Position Statements from the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior

Humane Dog Training

Positive Veterinary Care

Selecting A Qualified Trainer

The Use of Punishment in Training

The Use of Dominance in Training

The Importance of Puppy Socialization (yes, even before they’ve completed all their vaccines!)

Breed Specific Legislation

 

 

Books

 

The Year of The Puppy: How Dogs Become Themselves (Alexandra Horowitz)

Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy (Zazie Todd)

The Culture Clash (Jean Donaldson)

A Guide To Living With And Training A Fearful Dog (Debbie Jacobs)

Life Skills For Puppies (Daniel Mills and Helen Zulch)

Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How To Do It (Eileen Anderson and Marge Rogers) 

Remember Me? Loving and Caring For A Dog With Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (Eileen Anderson)

Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Next Generation Treatment Protocols and Practice (Malena DeMartini)

Be Right Back! How To Overcome Your Dog’s Separation Anxiety (Julie Naismith)

Fight! A Practical Guide To The Treatment of Dog-Dog Aggression (Jean Donaldson)

Mine! A Practical Guide To Resource Guarding in Dogs (Jean Donaldson)

No Walks? No Worries!  (Helen Zulch, Sian Ryan)

Doggie Language: A Dog Lover’s Guide To Understanding Your Best Friend (Lili Chin)

Dog Care For Puppies (Vanessa Charbonnou)

The Other End Of The Leash (Patricia McConnell)

 

 

Online Courses & Websites

The Great Courses Dog Training 101 (Jean Donaldson)

I Speak Dog

Fearful Dog Facebook Group (requires admission)

Canine Enrichment Facebook Group

The Academy For Dog Trainers Blog

Companion Animal Psychology

When You Can’t Afford A Dog Trainer

EveryDogAustin Penty In Life Is Free Resources