Comments on: Can anybody recommend an excellent book for obedience training dogs?

By: Kathy_V

Kathy_V — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 01:06:59 +0000

I love Cesar Millan’s trainning book and DVD.

http://www.bestwebbuys.com/Cesar_Millan-author.html?isrc=b-compare-author
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By: ❤PomMom❤ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Spay & Neuter

❤PomMom❤ Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Spay & Neuter — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:53:59 +0000

I like Serius. I’ve had very good luck with their techniques, but I actually got the video and not a book. You certainly can check your local library.
http://www.siriuspup.com/beforebook.html
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By: Greek God AKA Greekman

Greek God AKA Greekman — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:15:59 +0000

Any obedience training book by Bill Koehler will do. Look up his credentials before making up your mind and compare him to others!
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By: Corn is not dog food! No wheat!

Corn is not dog food! No wheat! — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:06:59 +0000

Anything by "The Monks of New Skeet".

Book learning is all well and good. I highly recommend it, and often wonder why people don’t read more…

BUT

Dog obedience is a "hands on" sort of thing. In addition to learning how to train a dog, you’ll get custom hints and tips on dealing with your dog in a class with a professional handler.

Also, border collies aren’t the easiest dogs to own. Their amazing intellegence, and extreme energy needs makes them challenging. Sweet pets, just a large challenge to someone not ready for them. Classes will speed up the "learning curve", and make both you and the dog more comfortable.

Good luck.
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By: Alonzo

Alonzo — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 23:39:59 +0000

There are several books I would recommend. One is "Good Owners, Great Dogs," by Brian Kilcommons and Sarah Wilson. "Secrets to Dog Training", by Dog Trainer Expert, Daniel Stevens. It’s a terrific book on how to train dog. http://kingdom-of-dog.blogspot.com/

You can do a lot yourself, but having your puppy in a structured class, along with reading and working with your pup at home, is the best way to do things. Interacting with other pups and people in a setting where you expect your pup to obey in spite of major distractions is something you can’t do at home. Our local park district charges $84 for an 8 week class. I would highly recommend a lot of reading, practice at home and the classes.
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