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About the Book
A Modern Dog’s Life
How to Do the Best for Your Dog
May 2010
Trade Paperback · 328 Pages
$15.95 U.S.
ISBN 9781615190188
The Experiment
Trade Paperback · 328 Pages
$15.95 U.S.
ISBN 9781615190188
The Experiment
Description
What do dogs value? Why do they get so excited by their daily walks? And why may dogs of different breeds have different needs? Veterinarian, professor of animal behavior, and dog lover Dr. Paul McGreevy answers these questions and many more. He takes readers on a walk in the paws of man's best friend to illuminate the challenges and confusions faced by dogs in the modern world.
Filled with humor, easy-to-follow instructions, and memorable characters (including Uncle Wolf and Feral Cheryl ), A Modern Dog's Life will help you better understand your dog with:
Insights from recent studies on how dogs see, smell, and experience the worldExplanations of canine behavior, with over 40 photos of dogs in actionTips on everything from petting dogs to calming them at the vet'sUser-friendly training techniques that build skills gradually and keep dogs motivated
Dr. McGreevy offers an exciting new approach to training a dog: By acting as a life coach — rather than an alpha dog or parent — and by reimagining training as a fun opportunity for you and your dog to grow closer and learn new skills, you can greatly improve your dog's quality of life — and teach good behavior at the same time.
Filled with humor, easy-to-follow instructions, and memorable characters (including Uncle Wolf and Feral Cheryl ), A Modern Dog's Life will help you better understand your dog with:
Insights from recent studies on how dogs see, smell, and experience the worldExplanations of canine behavior, with over 40 photos of dogs in actionTips on everything from petting dogs to calming them at the vet'sUser-friendly training techniques that build skills gradually and keep dogs motivated
Dr. McGreevy offers an exciting new approach to training a dog: By acting as a life coach — rather than an alpha dog or parent — and by reimagining training as a fun opportunity for you and your dog to grow closer and learn new skills, you can greatly improve your dog's quality of life — and teach good behavior at the same time.
About the Author
Paul McGreevy, PhD, MRCVS, has worked with and studied animals professionally for more than 20 years. He is an associate professor at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Veterinary Science, where his research focuses on the behavior and welfare of dogs and horses, and is the author of six books and more than 80 peer-reviewed articles on animal behavior. He is also the proud owner of three dogs: Wally, Neville, and Tinker.
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