Resources
The current world of dog training and behavioral science is filled with many extremely talented and thoughtful trainers and researchers. As a person who believes in life-long learning, I am always reading, listening, and watching for new ideas on how to be a better dog trainer.
Here are just a few of the resources that I find offer smart and successful strategies for building a positive relationship between humans and dogs.
Books
The Cautious Canine, Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.
Canine Enrichment for the Real World, Allie Bender, CDBC & Emily Strong, CDBC
Behavior Adjustment Training 2.0, Grisha Stewart, M.A., CPDT-KA
The Other End of the Leash, Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.
Puppy Start Right:
Foundation Training for the Companion Dog, Kenneth M. Martin, DVM & Debbie Martin, RVT, VTS, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP
The Year of the Puppy, Alexandra Horowitz
Meet Your Dog, Kim Brophy, CDBC, CPDT-KA
Dog Training & Behavior Professionals
Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB)
Grisha Stewart, MA, CPDT-KA, KPACTP
Other Resources
Humane Society of Broward County (FL) "Tips and Informational Handouts"
How to Read a Dog's Body Language, The Animal Foundation
How to Approach a Dog, Outward Hound
Fordogtrainers.com leather basket muzzles
What is Trigger Stacking? How to Handle an Overly Stressed Dog, AKC