Resources
Herding (lessons/ training/puppies/ trials): contact Lee Lumb at Stirling Acres Border Collies
Dog Agility (training/ trialing) contact Dog'O'Pogo Agility
Training Articles/Video Clips:
Emily Larlham training articles
Solving counter surfing - by Kikopup
Building a stay with the clicker - Kikopup: Youtube video
Dr. Sophia Yin - She is an animal behaviorist who writes articles on training, behavioural issues and interactions.
Bite Prevention / Body Language
Understanding Dog's Body language
What is your dog trying to tell you Body language
I Speak Doggie A great video for teaching children
Stop the 77% Bite prevention
Stress Signs in Dogs Great photos of stress indicators
Bite Prevention By Victoria Stilwell
Dog safety for kids by Doggone safe
Early socialization and puppies:
The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior: puppy socialization AVSAB.pdf
American Society for the Prevention Cruelty to Animals: ASPCA views on socialization.doc
Dec. 09: risks v.s. benefit article from Veterinary Medicine: veterinary medicine socialization risk vs benefit.doc
Recommended Reading
Donaldson, Jean. Culture Clash. Understanding relationships between Humans and Dogs
Donaldson, Jean. Mine! A practical guide to resource guarding.
Fenzi, Denise. Beyond the Backyard. Train your dog to listen anywhere, anytime
McConnell, Pat. The Cautious Canine Many fear-based problems can be overcome by learning how to apply desensitization and counter conditioning
McConnell, Pat. Feisty Fido. Using these pet-friendly, positive reinforcement techniques you’ll soon be able to relax and enjoy your walks.
McConnell, Pat. The Other End of the Leash. A new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs.
McDevitt, Leslie. Control Unleashed. Has great ideas to control overarousal
Miller, Pat. The Power of Positive Dog Training. Pat gives a wealth of positive training tools
Prior, Karen. Don't Shoot the Dog. Clear and entertaining explanation of behavioral training methods
VanArendonk Baugh, Laura. Fire, Frantic & Freaked out. Training Crazy Over the Top to under control.
Yin, Sophia. The Perfect Puppy in 7 Days.