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Abc's Of Positive Training

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Abc's Of Positive Training

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

From puppy to senior - and every stage of life in between - Positive-Training Series books offer fanciers savvy advice straight from the experts.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593789548

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Doodle Dogs For Dummies

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Fall in love with a Doodle Dog! This guide tells you everything you need to know about this popular cross-breed. With their cute names and curly coats, Doodles have become popular pets. And why not? They’re more than just cute—they’re generally affectionate, playful, and highly trainable dogs. They also don’t shed much, so they’ll ideal for people with pet allergies. In other words, a perfect family companion! If you don’t know exactly what a Doodle is, they’re a cross breed of a poodle with another kind of dog; think Labradoodles (Labrador and poodle), Aussiedoodles (Australian shepherd and poodle), Goldendoodles (Golden Retriever and poodle), or Sheepadoodles (English Sheepdog and poodle). You get the idea. The possibilities are endless and no matter the crossbreed, they all live in the cuteness zone. If you don’t want to resist—and who can?—Doodle Dogs For Dummies is the ultimate guide on all things Doodles. You’ll find helpful information within its pages whether you’re just considering a Doodle, or you’ve already brought one home. Learn how to identify breeds Find the Doodle that's best for your family Pick a breeder or go the animal shelter route Keep your Doodle looking their best with proper grooming Acclimate your Doodle to your home, including to other pets Get expert tips on training and healthy treats for your Doodle From long walks on sunny days to cuddling on the couch, you have a lot of quality time to look forward to with your furry best friend. And Doodle Dogs For Dummies will ensure that your Doodle is happy and healthy for their lifetime.

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John Wiley & Sons

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ISBN 10

1119822270

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9781119822271

Labradoodle

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Labradoodle

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

A Designer Dog book dedicated to the world’s most popular crossbred, Labradoodle celebrates the “breed” created from the pairing of a Poodle and a Labrador Retriever. Professional animal trainer and author Miriam Fields-Babineau presents a look at the origins of both parent breeds as well as a glance at the unique nature of a Doodle—the special characteristics of the Labradoodle that combine the best traits of both parent breeds. The book includes the International Labradoodle Association’s standard for the Labradoodle as well as chapters on feeding, grooming, house-training and obedience. The final chapter of the book “Experience Labradoodle Fun” talks about all of the fun activities for owners and their Doodles, including agility, flyball, dancing with dogs, and more.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593787154

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9781593787158

Mixed Breeds For Dummies

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Mixed Breeds For Dummies

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

Own and care for a classy dog—no pedigree required! All dogs are unique—but mixed breeds are even more so! The new edition of Mixed Breeds For Dummies helps you count the ways, walking you through the latest on choosing, training, and caring for a non-traditionally pedigreed pup. Whether you prefer mystery mixes or designer Labradoodles, winsome rescues or pampered pups from a breeder, you'll find everything you need to know and more about your new faithful friend—including the science on why they frequently enjoy better health than most pedigreed breeds and often make better domestic companions! In her friendly, dog-whisperer style, professional animal trainer and prolific author, Miriam Fields-Babineau, begins with tips on choosing the mix that's right for you, setting up a puppy-friendly environment, and making sure your larder is stocked with healthy foods they'll love. Once you're confident your new pal is happily settled in, she clues you in on the best (and most enjoyable) ways to exercise together for maximum fitness, finding a vet you trust (and administering first aid yourself), as well as schooling you in the latest animal psychology-based training methods to ensure you both know where you stand (or sit). You'll also discover ways to get to know your friend even better—from exercises to test their temperament to delving into the secrets hidden in their DNA! Decide which mix is the one for you Keep your furry friend healthy, from puppy to senior Establish discipline and overcome common training challenges Socialize your dog at a mixed-breed club From walks and games on the beach to cozy nights in your happy home, there's a lot of fun to look forward to with your not-quite-best-in-show but much-loved best friend. This book will ensure you and your mixed-breed pal will live happily and healthily ever after!

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119711428

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9781119711421

Training Your Mixed Breed

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Training Your Mixed Breed

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

From puppy to senior - and every stage of life in between - Positive-Training Series books offer fanciers savvy advice straight from the experts.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593789572

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Training Your Puppy In 5 Minutes

A Quick, Easy and Humane Approach

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Training Your Puppy In 5 Minutes

A Quick, Easy and Humane Approach

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

From puppy to senior - and every stage of life in between - Positive-Training Series books offer fanciers savvy advice straight from the experts.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593789599

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The Perfect Retriever

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The Perfect Retriever

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

Discusses the origins of Labrador Retrievers and other retriever breeds; describes their primary characteristics; and provides information on their care and training.

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Chelsea House Publications

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0791048144

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Rat Training

A Comprehensive Beginner's Guide

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Rat Training

A Comprehensive Beginner's Guide

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

The ultimate survivors that have flourished in the most difficult of circumstances, rats have a long history of being the smartest rodent in the room! Rats are growing more and more popular as pets for adults and children alike. Having raised and trained rats for over forty years, Miriam Fields-Babineau, in her book Rat Training, teaches rat owners to harness that intelligence through a reward and clicker system of training. An avid proponent of reward-based positive-training techniques, the author explains how to create a successful learning environment for your rat as you teach him how to come on command, jump through a hoop, walk on a leash, stand on his hind legs, and much more. Illustrated with color photographs by Evan Cohen and Virginia Broitman, Rat Training includes tips on what to look for when buying a rat, how to care for your new pet, and how to acclimate your rat to other household pets. In the chapter called "Rat Manner," the author describes how rats think and their social organizations and behavior. Fields-Babineau has trained rats for various purposes, including working in movies, and her chapter called "The Great Rat Race" describes the demands of rat shows and acting careers for rats. The chapter called "Scurry and Hurry" is devoted to agility training and trick training (such as shoulder riding). Resources and glossary included.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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ISBN 10

193704906X

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9781937049065

Puggle

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Puggle

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

Each book in the series provides advice about how to locate a healthy, sound puppy from a reputable source and how to properly raise and care for an adorable companion dog.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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ISBN 10

1593787162

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9781593787165

Puppy Training

By: Bardi McLennan,Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Puppy Training

By: Bardi McLennan,Miriam Fields-Babineau

Training is the first concern of every new puppy owner, and this Smart Owner's Guide Puppy Training offers 176 pages of concise guidance to get every owner and puppy on the right track. As Dog Fancy Editor-at-Large states in the introduction: "Once your puppy is well trained, he'll be a joy to live with. He will be welcomed in your community and will make you proud whether you're traveling with him, entertaining guests at home or just hanging out with the family." Toward that goal, Puppy Training begins with "Part 1: House-Training," written by long-time Dog Fancy contributor Bardi McLennan. This section discusses everything the owner needs to know to start off with the puppy in the home, getting him acclimated to the new environment, and teaching him the basic principles of house-training. A detailed chapter titled "The Doggie Den" discusses how to crate-train a puppy and the best ways to use (and not use) a dog crate. The second part of the book, written by award-winning dog trainer and author Miriam Fields-Babineau, is dedicated to "Obedience Training." In this section of the book, the author discusses canine communication, good manners, and socialization. The basic cues are explained, beginning with walking on a loose leash, and progressing to sit, down, stay, come, and stand.Each lesson is broken down into steps and illustrated by photography to assist the owner. A chapter on advanced training coaches the owner on how to work with his or her dog off leash, adding distance and distractions, and more. Critical to the success of every puppy owner is solving potential behavioral issues, and the book offers solutions to various problems, including jumping up, garbage picking, excessive barking, stealing food and other items, counter surfing, cat chasing, door darting, mouthing and chewing.Special training tips are highlighted in the "K9 Advice" sidebars. Entertaining tidbits and smart advice fill up other colorful sidebars in every chapter, which the editors call "It's a Fact," "Smart Tip," "Notable & Quotable," and "Did You Know?"The Smart Owner's Guide series is the only series that offers readers an online component in which dog owners can join a online club hosted by dogchannel.com. At Club Pup, owners can find forums, blogs, and profiles to connect with other new puppy owners, as well as charts and checklists that can be downloaded. More than just 20,000 pages of solid information, there's a host of fun to be had at Club Pup in the form of downloadable e-cards, screensavers, games and quizzes.The Resources section of the book includes contact information for training organizations and clubs as well as books and websites that new owners will find of interest. This information-packed Smart Owner's Guide is fully indexed.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593788312

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9781593788315

Click & Easy

Clicker Training for Dogs

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Click & Easy

Clicker Training for Dogs

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

Your reward is a well-behaved dog! Young and old, large and small, pedigreed and mixed-breed, dogs respond to clicker training. Preferred by many professionals, clicker training is a positive, precise, and effective method of reinforcing good behavior. Noted dog trainer Miriam Fields-Babineau explains clicker training techniques step by step so that all dog owners can use the approach. Whether you want to train your dog to obey basic commands, perform tricks, compete in performance sports, or do service work, clicker training gets results and enhances your relationship with your dog. Focusing on actual techniques rather than theory and science, this book explains how to: * Use the three-step pattern: lure, click, reward * Use an appropriate tone of voice and the right verbal cues * Incorporate visual cues, with suggestions for signals for specific actions * Distraction-proof your dog, teaching him to focus on you (and the clicker) even when there's lots of commotion With real-life examples from the author's experiences plus photos that illustrate proper form, this book will get you and your dog enthusiastic about training.It's truly rewarding!

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Turner Publishing Company

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ISBN 10

0470893842

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9780470893845

Purebred Puppy

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Purebred Puppy

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

This book explains the pros and cons of top-registered dog breeds, finding reputable breeders of purebred dogs, as well as tips on care, feeding, grooming and training on each unique breed.

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TFH Publications

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079383094X

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9780793830947

Multiple Dog Households

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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Multiple Dog Households

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

Two or more dogs can be twice the fun -- as well as twice the work. Multiple Dog Households addresses the special needs and lifestlye issues that go hand in hand with having two or more dogs in the home. From introducing a new dog or puppy into the household to the unique care and living situations required, this book will offer the reader advice on how to make the most of sharing your life with more than one dog. Also included are valuable training tips that will make daily life easier, up-to-date information on nutrition and healthcare, and activities that your whole pack can enjoy and participate in together. Multiple Dog Households is necessary reading for those who wish to enrich their lives by surrounding themselves with canine friendships. Book jacket.

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TFH Publications

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0793830885

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The Aging Dog

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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The Aging Dog

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

Behavioral changes, common ailments, good health for a long life"--Cover.

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0793830745

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The Essential Puppy Guide

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

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The Essential Puppy Guide

By: Miriam Fields-Babineau

This guide helps the new owner meet the special needs of a puppy, covering areas such as housebreaking, grooming, and basic training, and also offers insight into understanding canine behavior and solutions to behavioral problems.

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