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Canine Play Behavior: The Science of Dogs at Play
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-"Self-handicapping" measures that dogs employ to keep things fun for all even with dogs of differing size and strength.
-Benefits that play brings to puppies including increased coordination, cooperation and hunting skills.
-How to be a better observer to prevent play from turning aggressive, including appropriate measures to take to intervene. What experts are saying about Canine Play Behavior
I'm delighted that this superb book on dog play is now available in English to canine professionals and dog lovers! Based on the latest scientific understanding of the vital role of natural play in canine development and social interactions, this eminently readable book provides exceptional information as well as practical tips about play between and with dogs. Numerous photographs illustrate the concepts and behaviors beautifully.
Ris VanFleet, PhD, RPT-S, CDBC and author of The Human Half of Dog Training Play, though joyous and fun, is a serious topic. This comprehensive, in-depth examination of play belongs on the shelves of all serious students of canine behavior.
Nicole Wilde, CPDT-KA and author of Help for Your Fearful Dog A towering and detailed survey of the extensive literature on play. Beautifully illustrated! Jean Donaldson, Founder of the Academy of Dog Trainers and author of Culture Clash
-"Self-handicapping" measures that dogs employ to keep things fun for all even with dogs of differing size and strength.
-Benefits that play brings to puppies including increased coordination, cooperation and hunting skills.
-How to be a better observer to prevent play from turning aggressive, including appropriate measures to take to intervene. What experts are saying about Canine Play Behavior
I'm delighted that this superb book on dog play is now available in English to canine professionals and dog lovers! Based on the latest scientific understanding of the vital role of natural play in canine development and social interactions, this eminently readable book provides exceptional information as well as practical tips about play between and with dogs. Numerous photographs illustrate the concepts and behaviors beautifully.
Ris VanFleet, PhD, RPT-S, CDBC and author of The Human Half of Dog Training Play, though joyous and fun, is a serious topic. This comprehensive, in-depth examination of play belongs on the shelves of all serious students of canine behavior.
Nicole Wilde, CPDT-KA and author of Help for Your Fearful Dog A towering and detailed survey of the extensive literature on play. Beautifully illustrated! Jean Donaldson, Founder of the Academy of Dog Trainers and author of Culture Clash
Paperback
$19.95