Dog Gone Good: A Problem Solver For Owners And Trainers Of Dogs Behaving Badly

by Gwen Bailey

Nearly all dog owners encounter behavior problems at some time during their pet�s life, and this book offers sound, humane methods for coping with both major and minor difficulties. Dog trainer Gwen Bailey explains aggression and ways to control it, barking problems, isolation as a cause of bad habits, sex-related problems, housetraining issues, chasing cars, and much more. For each type of behavior problem, she presents brief case histories, observations and diagnoses, appropriate treatment plans, and their outcomes. Readers will also find informative Q & A sections and enlightening sidebar notes. Attractive full-color illustrations are featured on nearly every page.

127 pages, Paperback

First published August 2, 2004

About the author

Gwen worked for a leading UK national animal welfare charity from 1988-2002 and pioneered the use of dog behaviour knowledge in the rehoming of unwanted animals.

She was the first person to be appointed by a national animal welfare charity as a full time Animal Behaviourist, eventually heading a team of behaviourists.

Gwen has successfully solved behaviour problems in thousands of rehomed dogs, helping to prevent dogs with behavioural problems being passed from home to home and improving the rehoming success rate.

Gwen lectures at national and international conferences, runs training courses for staff at animal charities around the world and has written many books & education leaflets. She is a Trustee for Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.

Reviews

[Jorgen Lundgren · Rating 3 out of 5]

Would call this a basic book a guide to dog behaviour. It give you some practical examples but could be more specific and detailed. Cover numerous different scenarios.

[Karen Melchior · Rating 5 out of 5]

Low key practical dog training advice book with a good attitude to dogs. Not overly hierarchically focus and with positive reinforcement and boundaries.