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We have been strong believers in positive reinforcement since we first started researching remedies to our own puppy problems. “Don’t Shoot the Dog” takes the reward-based philosophies of the super effective clicker training method and applies it to a variety of situational problems including teens, pets, and even yourself! This title wouldn’t quite fall under the category of dog training books in a literal sense, but this read will seriously change your perspective on the matter!

Another strong dog training tool with “Clicking With your Dog: Step-by-Step in Pictures”. If you are just getting started with clicker training, or if you have encountered some difficulties, this extremely detailed book presents everything from the basics to comprehensive instruction for more complicated commands. This is a strongly recommended read for new solutions to housebreaking, obedience, and tricks.

Jean Donaldson’s “The Culture Clash” is a “revolutionary new way of understanding the relationship between humans and domestic dogs” – and we agree that the term “revolutionary” is absolutely fitting. Donaldson takes the reader on an exciting and fascinating thrill ride through the mind of the domestic dog – “Culture Clash” is written with keen accuracy and insight from the point of view of a true canine aficionado. It is impossible to find dog training books as witty and fun to read as this!

As we all know, a dog can only be as capable as its trainer. In “The Other End of the Leash: Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs”, author Patricia B. McConnell brings the training, of both dogs and their human counterparts, to an entirely new eye-opening level. McConnell draws on her professional training background and personal experiences with her two beloved collies to shape the way we live and train with our precious pups of all ages.

Trick training is an invaluable way to bond with your canine from puppyhood to beyond. Full color photographs and systematic instructions help dog owners of every skill level painlessly teach their pets everything from “sit” to “fetch me a beer”! This fun read features a photogenic Weimaraner named Chelcy who will guide you through routines, troubleshoot problems, and provide “build on” techniques that prove to be endlessly useful! This is one of very few dog training books that will look great even on your coffee table!

Would you like to forge a meaningful relationship with your pooch that will last forever? “Family Friendly Dog Training” by Patricia B. McConnell will guide you through the process with this six-week crash course in humane training methods based on a scientific approach. This book is easy to digest and absolutely recommended for the dog owner of every level of experience.