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So why are so many showing signs of stress? Theoretically, a dog has nothing to worry about; his food and shelter are provided for, and he is not exposed to external dangers that threaten his survival. But dog behaviourists have never been in so much demand as they try to rehabilitate dogs who are showing undesirable behaviour – becoming over-dependent, frightened or even aggressive – as they try to adapt to the lifestyle we are imposing on them. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
In Listen to Me!, behaviourist Tricia Hollingshead focuses on the domestic setting and the everyday interactions between the dog and his family, which include:
• Greeting rituals
• Playtime
• Attention seeking behaviours
• Training
• Going for walks
• Meeting other dogs
• Encounters with strangers
Using close observation, backed up by extensive experience of interpreting canine communication, she shows us how to pick up on vital clues that tell us how a dog is feeling. By gathering evidence in this way, we can make small but important changes in the way we behave with our dogs. We can give a dog space when he needs it, we can become more sensitive when we show affection, or change our routine to avoid back chaining and the build-up of stress and anxiety. Simple things – but they can make a major difference to a dog’s mental wellbeing.
Illustrated with some 200 top-quality colour photographs, which will help you become expert in picking up emotional clues, Listen to Me! provides ground-breaking material which will have a significant impact on the way we treat our dogs.
“I am in constant awe of the generosity and patience of dogs. I often wonder if they view humans in the same way we would view a giant toddler; well-intentioned but clumsy with interactions, and unaware of the variety, meaning, and detail of non-verbal communication.
“This brilliant publication encourages canine guardians to see the world through the eyes of dogs, and will help strengthen and deepen the extraordinary bond we share with these giving, and forgiving, companions. A wonderful book that dogs would want everyone to read.”
Sarah Fisher, Animal Centred Education
Tricia Hollingshead is a behaviourist who has spent a lifetime working with dogs in their domestic settings. She has her own home boarding/rehabilitation business which has given her the opportunity to observe a wide variety of dogs, and discover how they adapt, negotiate and find ways of coping with modern life. This sensitivity to canine body language, and subtle signalling, has become Tricia’s strength as a behaviourist, with valuable practical implications for clients and dogs alike.
Tricia has worked as a rehabilitation trainer with leading veterinary behaviourist Sarah Heath in the UK, handling over 1000 client cases. She has also trained in Norway with Turid Rugaas. Tricia has trained her own dogs in working trials, heelwork to music and agility – but her top priority is the dog as a companion, and her goal is to bring calmness and stability into the lives
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Niki Smith –
Fabulous book, very interesting, easy to read and wonderful photos all the way through. Every dog owner should own one
Rachel –
I already knew a bit about canine body language but the book is brilliant. I had already read about the confusion between asking for a tummy rub and submissive behaviour – we see this with our cocker spaniel pup sometimes when the children invade his space if he’s settled to rest. I had told them previously to leave him alone but with the book to back me up there was a lovely moment where my daughter came up to me and said ‘he rolled over and I realised he didn’t want a tummy rub so I left him alone’.
This book is easy to dip into with colour photos throughout explaining the body language. I would highly recommend this to every dog owner to help them understand what their dog is trying to tell them.
Cattiona –
This book is a big breakthrough in terms of learning for Dog Owners and Dog Trainers alike. It fast tracks your understanding with so many visual lessons, you can’t fail to come away from reading it and feel
Empowered and full of empathy for your Dog, and other peoples.
You’ll not regret a moment of getting this book. Do it. Do it now! (Please)