How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend
The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition)
What's it about
Want to build an unbreakable bond with your dog based on love and respect, not just commands? Learn the secrets to understanding your dog's mind and communicating on a deeper level, transforming your relationship from owner and pet to true best friends for life. This classic guide reveals the Monks of New Skete's world-renowned, compassion-based training philosophy. You'll discover how to choose the right dog for your lifestyle, master essential praise-and-correction techniques, and solve common behavioral problems. Go beyond simple obedience to foster a joyful, lifelong partnership.
Meet the author
For over five decades, the Monks of New Skete have pioneered a compassionate philosophy of dog training, establishing themselves as world-renowned breeders of German Shepherds. As a community in Cambridge, New York, their unique spiritual approach to animal husbandry informs their belief that understanding a dog's nature is the key to a fulfilling relationship. This profound connection between human and canine, built on respect and communication, is the foundation of the trusted methods shared in their celebrated training manual.
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