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Dog Play
Understanding Play Between Dogs And Between Dogs and People
Item# 200629 -
$45.00 |
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Produced by: Tawzer Dog Videos
Taped: Arroyo Grande, California July, 2009
Copyright, 2009
Running Time: 2 hrs 44 min
TWO DVD SET
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Play is fun, but don’t be fooled into thinking it’s just
goofy or frivolous. Play is powerful stuff, and it has a
profound influence on our relationship with your dog and your
dog’s relationships with others of the same species. Learn how
to identify appropriate and inappropriate play between dogs, and
how to insure that your dog(s) “play well with others”. Learn
how play can enhance your relationship with your dog, improve
your dog’s responsiveness, and provide your dog with the mental
and physical exercise he or she needs.
Taped at a half-day seminar in 2009, Dog Play bridges the
natural history of play with every day interactions involving
our best friends. It includes what scientists understand
about play itself, up-to-date research on the development of
play in dogs, how to tell your dog you want to play (most of us
aren’t very good at it!) and how to evaluate and influence play
between dogs them selves. If you’d like a happier, more
responsive dog and an enhanced understanding of play between the
species at both ends of the leash, this DVD is for you.
NOTE FROM ALTA: “Patricia is among one
of the best professional seminar speakers I have ever taped,
however at this seminar she climbed to even higher standards.
She really outdid herself this time. I am proud to have my name
on this product. You can not go wrong purchasing this seminar.
It goes into great depth explaining the effects of play in the
dog’s everyday life. Patricia uses video footage and other media
to demonstrate her studies on play.” |
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running time: 5 hr. 50 min.
copyright: 2006
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Ever looked at your dog and wondered how much of her emotional life
is like your own? This seminar explores the biology of emotion in
people and dogs, combining slides, videos and hands-on work with
demonstration dogs.
You’ll learn what emotions really are, and how much of primal
emotions like happiness, fear and anger are shared by you and your dog.
This day-long seminar looks at both the differences and similarities of
emotions in dogs and people, and includes solutions to problems
motivated by fear and anger. The day ends with an in-depth examination
of why we love dogs as much as we do, and celebrates the bond between us
and our four-footed friends. This video is a perfect companion for
Patricia's new book by the same name found in the book section of this
page. 4 DVD’s |
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COMBINATION PACKAGE: VIDEO + BOOK
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CLICK HERE
for Book Description )
Feeling a bit outnumbered by your pack of dogs? Maybe there’s a bit too much excitement at the door when visitors come to
call? Or perhaps there’s some tension between two of your dogs and you want to be sure it doesn’t escalate. Feeling
Outnumbered is designed to help with all that and more, by emphasizing fun, positive exercises that teach your dogs to be
patient and polite, rather than pushy and demanding.
Included is how to teach dogs to be polite at the door, how to stop dogs from competing for your attention, the value of a
“Group Stay,” and much, much more. The exercises, clearly illustrated by Patricia McConnell in her own home, will be most
useful if you and your dogs have a few basic signals under your belt, but whatever your stage of training expertise, this
video will help anyone who loves their dogs, and wouldn’t mind living with a little less canine commotion! |
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Would you like your dog to come EVERY time you call? If so, this specially produced video is for you. Join Patricia
McConnell on her farm for a forty-five minute discussion and demonstration of how to teach your dog to come when called,
what to do when he doesn't come during training sessions, and how to proof a solid recall through difficult distractions.
This clear and concise video includes demonstration dogs of all descriptions and is filmed in the beautiful green hills of
southern Wisconsin. This is not a seminar video, but an instructional video produced by Tawzer Dog Videos. Wisconsin,
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This half day presentation will use slides and videos to help you “read” dogs so that you can predict and influence their
behavior. As we all know, dogs communicate to one another with a range of visual signals. Some of these signals are pretty
obvious - you don’t need a PhD. to tell you that the dog snarling and lunging at you might be trouble - but some signals are
more subtle. These signals are still excellent predictors of a dog’s internal state, and the better you are at reading them,
the safer you’ll be. Dogs are also strongly influenced by the visual signals they pick up from you and subtle changes in
which way your body leans, your breathing patterns and your clothing can actually have a big effect on how a dog responds to
you.
The goal of this presentation is to help you to prevent problems when you interact with household dogs, to be able
to predict trouble if you can’t, and get yourself into a safe situation. Wisconsin, 2004 |
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running time: 10 hr.
copyright: 2001
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This six video or DVD set is devoted to the understanding of who dogs are and why they do what they do. Taped in 2001 in
Novato, CA at a two-day seminar on behavior and training, the package includes ten hours of discussion, slides, videos and
demonstrations of how genetics, in-utero experiences, early development and the present environment influence a dog's
behavior. The seminar emphasizes positive training techniques that combine ethology and learning theory to improve our
relationships with our dogs. Novato, CA - 2 DAY SEMINAR |
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running time: 6 hr.
copyright: 2003
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Taped in color at a one day seminar, this 3-part video set shows why Dr. Patricia McConnell is one of the nation's leading
experts on canine aggression. The first half of the seminar addresses leash aggression to unfamiliar dogs, while the second
focuses on dog-dog aggression within the home. Advanced Canine Behavior Seminar,
Lisle, IL. |
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Produced by Tawzer Dog Videos
Taped in Madison, Wisconsin, 2008
Copyright, 2008
Running Time: Three Parts 4 hrs 40 min
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This video of a one-day seminar focuses on
the behavior of the animals at BOTH ends of the leash.
McConnell provides fun, positive and effective ways to teach
dogs to do what we ask, and to teach humans to make sense to
dogs! This is a new edition of Both Ends of the Leash and is
packed with updated material, live dog demos, slides and video
footage. |
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running time: 3 hr.
copyright: 2003
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This three hour, two-part video of a half-day seminar will greatly enhance your understanding of the behavior of house cats,
beginning with a thorough explanation of the natural history of their wild-type progenitor, the African wild cat. The
seminar includes slides and lecture, a fascinating video comparison of shelter cats in an adoption room, and a hands-on
demonstrations with a turkey-loving feline. Alpha Bitch
Conference, Longmont, CO |
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Dog is my co-pilot
From the editors of the BARK
Item# B1079 -
$14.00 |
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Copyright, 2003
Published by Three Rivers Press, New York |
Dog is My Co-Pilot is a trademark of Bark, Inc. Great
writers including Patricia McConnell, PhD, on the world’s
oldest friendship
Contributors to Dog is My Co-Pilot: Alice Walker,
Caroline Knapp, Elena Sigman, Ann Patchett, Maxine Kumin,
Margaret Cho, Susan Straight, Stephen Kuusisto, Erica Jong,
Michael Paternity, Jon Billman, Louise Bernikow, George
Singleton, Michael J Rosen, Carolyn Chute, Jon Katz, Bill
Vaughn, Pamela Painter, Charles Siebert, Pam Houston,
Patricia B McConnell, Ph.D., Alice Elliot Dark, Mark Derr,
Heather Houlahan, Michelle Huneven, Catherine Ryan Hyde,
Donna Kelleher, DVM, Alexandra Styron, Lama Surya Das, Lynda
Barry, Elizabeth Marshall Thomas, Maeve Brennan, Donald
McCaig, Mark Doty, Alysia Gray Painter, Lee Forgotson,
Abigail Thomas, Bonnie Jo Campbell, Nasdijj, Thom Jones,
Rick Bass, Tom Junod.
This book celebrates the unique bond between humans and
canines. Dogs have been our muses, our mentors, and our
faithful companions. Bark has selected some of their
favorite work from the pages of The Bark, as well as new
writing from esteemed and award-winning authors tat sees it
debut in the tome. The essays, short stories, and expert
commentaries explore the great complexity and depth of our
relationships with our oldest friends. The collection is
arranged into topics with broadly drawn categories:
“Beginnings,” “Pack,” “Lessons,” and “Passages.”
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TALES OF TWO SPECIES
Item# B1071 -
$12.95 |
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Edition: 2008 Paperback 192 pages |
This book is a collection of Trisha's
essays about the behavior of dogs, the behavior of people
(far more confusing!) and the amazing relationship between
these two species.
Here's what Sue Sternberg, author of Great Dog Adoptions,
has to say about the book:
This book is a gift to those of us who want to understand
dogs better, to communicate with the more clearly and
perhaps most importantly, to help dogs understand us!
Tales of Two Species is the perfect present for your dog
loving friends, or yourself. A compilation of thoughtful
and thought-provoking essays In Tales of Two Species,
Patricia McConnell gives us a thoughtful and glowing picture
of how the lives of dogs and people have become entwined.
Some of the essays will make you laugh, others will bring a
tear, but all will make you think more closely about your
relationship with your dog.
Stanley Coren, author of The Modern Dog and Why Does My Dog
Act That Way?
Plato, Socrates, Descartes, McConnell - those are the great
philosophers. Truly no one in our time asks the questions
McConnell does about why dogs act as they do. For anyone
interested in going beyond training, to truly begin to
understand how the canine mind ticks, this book is a must.
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PLAY TOGETHER, STAY
TOGETHER
Happy and Healthy Play
Item# B1068 -
$12.95 |
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Published by:
Patricia McConnell Publishing, LTD
89 pages |
>
Karen B London, Ph.D
> Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D
Play is fun, but don’t be fooled into
thinking it’s just goofy or frivolous.
Play is powerful stuff, and it has a
profound influence on your relationship with your dog. This
engagingly written booklet shows how play can enhance your
relationship with your dog, improve your dog’s
responsiveness, and provide your dog with the mental and
physical exercise he or she needs. Inside is up-to-date
research on how to tell your dog you want to play (most of
us aren’t very good at it!), some charming tricks and games
to wow your friends, and an important section on how not to
play with your dog.
If you'd like a happier, more
responsive dog and a closer relationship with each other,
then this booklet is for you. |
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Family Friendly Dog
Training
A Six Week Program for You and Your
Dog
Item# B1051 -
$14.95 |
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This user-friendly, engaging book
describes a six-week program that gets dogs and their owners
off on the right paw. It emphasizes positive, friendly
training methods and includes clear descriptions of the
basic exercises like sit, down, come, heel, stay and no
jumping up. Each chapter takes readers through a week of
exercises that progress toward attention and obedience in a
variety of contexts. Also included are trouble-shooting tips
for what to do when dogs haven’t read the training books and
don’t respond as expected. This is a great resource that can
make training fun for those at both ends of the leash, and
ensure reliable responses while still being our dogs’ best
friends.
Family Friendly Dog Training is a valuable resource for
everyone who teaches classes or anyone who wants a happy,
better-behaved dog. We include it in our training
classes, and it gets rave reviews from clients who
appreciate that they can review new concepts and exercises
at their leisure. We’ve kept the cost down so that it is
affordable, either at retail or wholesale prices, and made
it short enough to be reader-friendly, but thorough enough
to be truly useful.
"Delightful! Another valuable book from Patricia McConnell."
---Ian Dunbar, Founder, Association of Pet Dog Trainer---
"Practical knowledge, presented in a friendly, down to earth
style. I heartily recommend it."
---Trish King, author of Parenting Your Dog--- |
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FOR THE LOVE OF A DOG
UNDERSTANDING EMOTION IN YOU AND YOUR BEST
FRIEND
Item# B1042 -
$24.95 |
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Sure to be another bestseller, Trish
McConnell's latest book takes a look at canine emotions and
body language. Like all her books, this one is written
in a way that the average dog owner can follow but brings
the latest scientific information that trainers and dog
enthusiasts can use. Learn about similarities and surprising
differences between the canine and human brains and how
current scientific studies have led the author to conclude
without a doubt that dogs share a profound emotional life
with us. A must-read for ALL dog lovers. |
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THE CAUTIOUS CANINE
Item# B1026 -
$6.95 |
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How to Help Dogs Conquer Their Fears. A lot of aggression in dogs results from fear, but fear-based problems can get worse
if treated incorrectly. This booklet provides a step-by-step explanation of desensitization and classical counter
conditioning. By following the step-by-step treatment plan described, owners can solve minor problems and prevent serious
ones. |
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I'LL BE HOME SOON
Item# B1027 -
$7.95 |
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How to Prevent and Treat Separation Anxiety. This booklet explains the difference between dogs who truly have a separation
anxiety and those that merely misbehave, and then thoroughly describes a behavior modification program for the prevention and
treatment of both problems. A treasure chest of ideas for keeping dogs happy and occupied while owners are gone, this booklet
can help prevent and treat both minor and serious behavioral problems related to dogs being "home alone". |
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BEGINNING FAMILY DOG TRAINING
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2nd Edition
Item# B1029 -
$11.95 |
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This user-friendly and engaging book employs gentle and effective training methods rather than punishment-oriented
techniques that so often lead to aggression. Covering commands from sit and heel to coming when called, this book explains how
dogs communicate, think and learn. Many serious behavioral problems can be avoided with the scientifically-based and humane
training methods described in this book. |
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Puppy Primer - 2nd
edition
Item# B1001 -
$14.95 |
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(Patricia B McConnell, Ph.D.
and Brenda Scidmore)This is
the NEW 2ND EDITION of The Puppy Primer. It has been
updated and expanded. New dog owners love it because it
provides clear and concise information that makes training
effective and fun. It's tone is upbeat and encouraging, yet
it is chock full of even more useful information that every
puppy owner needs.
What's new?
Dr. McConnell added new information
about the benefits of positive reinforcement AND the
importance of realistic expectations. For instance,
"sit" while waiting for the food bowl is NOT equivalent to
"sit" when company comes to the door! While it’s almost
twice the size of the original, the book is still easy to
read, user-friendly and priced right for trainers and dog
owners – especially important in today’s economy. It’s the
perfect guide for positive-based training classes or for new
dog owners flying solo!
Expanded sections/special topics include:
- Socialization
- Positive
Reinforcement
- House Training
- Crate Training
- Handling/Collar Touch
- How to Stop Unwanted
Behavior
- Helping Puppies
Conquer Their Fears
- How Play Teaches
Obedience and
Emotional Control
- How Not to Play!
- Lots of New Tricks
and Games
- Adolescence
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Exercises include:
- Sit
- Down
- Stand
- Come
- No Jumping Up
- Walking Side by Side
- Games like Fetch,
Find the Toy, etc.
- Take It/Drop It
- Puppy Pause
(Precursor to Stay)
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Feeling Outnumbered?
How to Manage and Enjoy Your Multi-Dog Household
Item# B1003 -
$8.95 |
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40 Pages - Soft
Bound |
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Karen B London, Ph.D
> Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D
COMBINATION PACKAGE: DVD & BOOK
(
CLICK HERE
for ordering information )
Looking for some tips to create a little order out of the canine chaos in your home? Concerned that there might be some
tension between two of the dogs in your pack? Not sure if all that growling during play means trouble or not? This booklet has
the answers to those questions and many more.
Written to help you maximize the joy of living in a multi-dog household, it
emphasizes the use of Ethology and Positive Reinforcement to teach your dogs to be polite and patient instead of demanding and
pushy. Filled with practical ideas about keeping life fun in houses that have two dogs or many more than that, Feeling
Outnumbered is a great resource for all multiple dog owners, whether novice or professional. |
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Feisty Fido Help For the Leash
Aggressive Dog
Item# B1004 -
$9.95 |
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>
Karen B London, Ph.D
> Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D
This booklet is for anyone, novice or professional, who works with dogs who are aggressive to other dogs on leash.
Chock full of practical solutions to a common problem, the ideas within will help you change an out-of-control barker, lunger
and growler into a polite neighborhood citizen. Including plans for handling emergencies such as off-leash dogs who show up
out of nowhere, this program can make leash walks fun again, for you and your dog. |
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How to Be the Leader of the Pack
and Have Your Dog Love You For It
Item# B1005 -
$3.95 |
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12 Pages - Soft Bound |
Learn how to love your dogs without spoiling them and provide boundaries without intimidation.
This booklet clarifies how to
be a benevolent leader and avoid aggression related to fear or dominance. If you want to be a natural leader to your pack and
teach your dog that being polite is fun, this book tells you how to do it in a peaceful, kind way. The ideas and exercises in
this booklet are based on the way dogs communicate with each other, so they are highly effective and easy for your dog to
understand. An essential part of any canine library! |
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Way to Go!
How to Housetrain a Dog
of Any Age
Item# B1006 -
$5.95 |
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23 Pages - Soft Cover |
>
Karen B London, Ph.D
> Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D
This clear, concise booklet can help your puppy or adult dog learn a lifetime of good habits. Perfect for new dog owners,
and the perfect addition to puppy packets or puppy socialization classes, this small, reader-friendly booklet will help any
dog and dog lover get off on the right paw. |
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THE FASTIDIOUS FELINE
Item# B1028 -
$6.95 |
How to Prevent and Treat Litter Box Problems.
Designed to both prevent and treat litter box problems, this booklet will help
you to help cat lovers. By designing a litter box system the way cats would, we can get them to go potty where we want them to
go. Following the simple, step-by-step instructions in this booklet can both prevent and treat even serious cases of
inappropriate elimination. |
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