The Science Behind a Happy Dog: Canine Training, Thinking and Behaviour

by Emma K. Grigg, Tammy M. Donaldson

Overview

How can you be sure that your dog is happy? What can owners do to ensure their dog has the best chance at a long, happy life? Experts in animal behavior, Emma Grigg and Tammy Donaldson, set out to explore our current understanding of canine well-being in this engaging and authoritative guide to dog training. Making use of the latest in animal behaviour research and studies, The Science Behind a Happy Dog covers both scientific approaches to dog raising and practical solutions to common behavioral problems in a clear and accessible style. The science behind canine cognition and body language shows how we can use the clues that our dogs give us to maximize their well-being. This enlightening guide addresses all aspects of a dog's life, including nutrition, socialisation, exercise, reducing stress when visiting the vet, and canine mental health. It is the ultimate training book aimed at teaching owners how to raise a well-behaved, well-adjusted, and happy dog. [Subject: Pet Care, Dog Training, Animal Behavior]

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781910455753
Publisher:	5m Publishing
Publication date:	06/13/2017
Pages:	272
Product dimensions:	6.70(w) x 9.50(h) x 0.90(d)

Table of Contents

Dedication vi

About the authors vii

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

Chapter 2 Quality of life in dogs 13

Chapter 3 Canine cognition: how your dog sees the world 31

Chapter 4 Reading your dog 51

Chapter 5 The science of humane dog training 71

Chapter 6 Canine mental health: the importance of enrichment 105

Chapter 7 Canine behavioral problems and solutions 127

Chapter 8 Canine physical wellness 167

Chapter 9 Veterinary care for your happy dog 195

Chapter 10 Too short lives: quality of life and end-of-life decisions for your dog 225

Annotated Bibliography: a brief list of some of our favorite dog resources 249

Index 257