What Dogs Want: An illustrated guide for HAPPY dog care and training

\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **What do my dog's barks mean? Should I be brushing their teeth? How do I even know what kind of dog is right for me?** Let's be honest, pets may seem pretty straightforward, but as soon as you become an owner there are so many questions. Mat Ward is an internationally recognised expert on dog behaviour, and for him the secret to success is knowing that dogs and humans are __both__ full of potential. (To prove it, he once taught a rescue dog how to fly a plane.) His tips for being the world's best owner come with original illustrations that explain everything you need to know, from how to avoid 'separation anxiety' to why dogs wag their tails. With this book, you'll learn how your pet's brain really works and discover amazing, direct ways to train them at any age from puppy upwards. Play new games, develop communication skills and just relax into having fun together! **Your dog will be well-trained and contented - and that means __you'll__ feel happy too.** \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Drawings by Rupert Fawcett, the cartoonist behind __Off the Leash__ and __Fred__**.** Cover Half-title Title Dedication About This Book Contents Chapter 1: It’s A Dog’s Life Doggy biology The amazing nose How dogs see the world Listen up! Taste and digestion The ages of dog Adopting your dog Chihuahua, beagle... or cheagle? That doggy in the window To the rescue! Starting off on the right paw Future-proof your puppy Doggy doo-doos and doggy don’ts Purposeful puppies Chapter 2: Training for Success Relationship is key The truth about dominance Learn to earn Is my name ‘No’? The magic of play Equipment Learning about leads Collars, harnesses and headcollars The muzzle puzzle Training like a pro How dogs learn Be proactive not reactive The ABC of training The ins and outs of food rewards Why food rewards work Clicker clarity The core four Sit Lie down Recall Rebuild your recall Stay Every day is a training day Keep motivated Pay with fun! Chapter 3: Inside A Dog’s Mind How to speak dog The tail tells a tale Read my face The whole dog The meaning of woof! Signs that your dog needs help Explain that! Why do dogs dig, eat grass, circle, kick the ground? And why do they lick me, eat poo, lift their leg, scoot? Chapter 4: Health and Safety Staying healthy Feeding Grooming is more than just glamour! Tooth care Learning to love the vet Warning signs of illness Common health problems Neutering male dogs Spaying female dogs Keeping safe Foods to avoid Road trip! Put up a fence Chapter 5: Maximum Happiness A happy home Home comforts Do dogs like hugs? The love of exercise Brain games Food fun The find-it game The tug game Work that nose! Make a dig-pit Chapter 6: Houston, We Have a Problem Jumping up and pulling Jumping up Pulling on the lead Fears and anxiety What is fear? Coping with loud noises Home alone Let’s talk about grooming Aggression Understanding aggression Stranger danger Dogs who bite people they love Territorial tension Ten golden rules for a happy life with your dog Copyright A smart, fun illustrated guide to decoding your dog's feelings, from i nternationally celebrated pet behaviorist Mat Ward. Your dog is your best friend. But it's not always easy to know what your dog is trying to tell you. In What Dogs Want , you'll uncover the meaning of your pooch's body language and bark as you learn fascinating new details about how dogs see, smell, think, and live in the world at any age. Every page has illustrations that perfectly sum up what's going on in your dog's head (spoiler usually it's playing, sleeping, or eating...). A world leader in modern dog-training, Mat Ward demonstrates that once you understand your puppy or dog, you can train them with love and encouragement, making them feel comfortable and totally at home in your house. Once your dog feels supported in this way, Mat shows, you can give them better care and help them overcome tough issues like separation anxiety. What Dogs Want also teaches exciting new games that encourage you and your furry friend to communicate-and have a whole lot of fun! A simple guide to giving your dog a safe and happy life, What Dogs Want is a must-have book for the dog lover in us all. ______________________ What do my dog's barks mean? Should I be brushing their teeth? How do I even know what kind of dog is right for me? Let's be honest, pets may seem pretty straightforward, but as soon as you become an owner there are so many questions. Mat Ward is an internationally recognised expert on dog behaviour, and for him the secret to success is knowing that dogs and humans are both full of potential. (To prove it, he once taught a rescue dog how to fly a plane.) His tips for being the world's best owner come with original illustrations that explain everything you need to know, from how to avoid 'separation anxiety' to why dogs wag their tails. With this book, you'll learn how your pet's brain really works and discover amazing, direct ways to train them at any age from puppy upwards. Play new games, develop communication skills and just relax into having fun together! Your dog will be well-trained and contented - and that means you'll feel happy too. ______________________ Drawings by Rupert Fawcett, the cartoonist behind Off the Leash and Fred . "Let's be honest, our pets may seem pretty straightforward, but as soon as you become an owner there are so many questions! What do my dog's barks mean? Should I be brushing their teeth? How do I even know what kind of dog is right for me? Mat Ward believes that dogs and humans are both pretty amazing, and full of potential. His expert guidance for being the world's best owner comes with tons of cute, funny and accurate illustrations that make it easy. You'll learn how your furry friend's brain really works and discover amazing modern ways to train them at any age. Play new games, develop communication skills and just relax into having fun together! Your dog will be well-trained and contented - and that means you'll feel happy too"--Publisher's description A world leader in modern dog training and a celebrated pet behaviorist helps dog owners decode their dog's feelings and train them with love and encouragement