About the Book:By treating the dog as an intelligent being who is frequently rewarded and rarely punished, this complete dog training handbook guides owners through a basic education and into a happy relationship with their pet. Because dogs perceive every gesture, movement, and even the thoughts of their owners as training signals, this resource teaches ownersto watch their behavior as much as their dogs. With clear authority, gentleness, and a positiveattitude, the tried and tested methodsin this guideprove that it is always possible to solve a dog’s behavioralproblems without hitting or shouting.”