The Well-Adjusted Dog

One of the greatest myths in dog ownership is that once a puppy is housetrained and has graduated from a puppy training class, an owner’s work is done. In fact, that work is just beginning. Drawing on some twenty-five years of clinical experience in animal behavior, Dr. Dodman offers what he calls "continuing education" for dogs and their owners. You will discover • how much exercise your dog really needs (and why) • how diet can affect behavior • how to communicate clearly with your dog and understand dog body language • how to lead your dog, not dominate him • how to optimize your dog’s environment • how to address medical problems that might underlie unwanted behavior Dr. Dodman’s comprehensive, seven-step approach takes on the whole dog—his health, behavior, and environment—and lays the groundwork for a lifetime of positive dog training and care for your best friend.