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 enlarge | Author: Turid Rugaas
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  85 reviews
Sales Rank: 2185
Media: Paperback
Edition: 2nd
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Pages: 78
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.6 x 0.5
ISBN: 1929242360
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.70835
EAN: 9781929242368
ASIN: 1929242360
Publication Date: December 14, 2005
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 A MUST HAVE for all dog owners July 14, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have had dogs for over 18 years, but I am always continuing to learn more about this lovely creatures. Turid Rugaa, a Norwegian dog trainer and behaviorist, has observed and now documented the many ways that dogs communicate with body language in order to calm themselves down, or to "calm" other dogs. These same "signals" have been observed in wolves. I am finding it amazing how I can also identify and become a part of this non-verbal communication. So often, we misinterpret dogs behavior, forgetting, that they do not think as humans do.
I venture to guess that anyone who has dogs would desire to know ways of calming them. I have three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, and they love everybody and all dogs and cats they have come in contact with. However, I have learned that not all dogs are like this, and Ms. Rugaas, shows ways, that dogs naturally approach another dog so as to not illicit an aggressive response. There are photos on almost every page that make it easy to understand her explanations.
My 9 month old puppy has "made eyes at me" ever since I have had her. This is a "calming signal" that indicates peaceful intentions. For dogs, it is good manners to avert the eyes of another dog.
You will find this book quite helpful when you are in situations that you will come across or be with other dogs. However, this book has helped me to understand my dogs interactions with myself, and how I can alter my behavior and communicate with them in a language they can understand.
Thanks to Ms Rugaas for her astute observation. I have benefited greatly
So insightful and easy to read... July 13, 2007
Turid does a great job in translating de body language of dogs and with that avoiding the many mistakes we human make while trying to communicate with our furry friends.
This is the kind of books you can read in an evening (it's hard to stop once you start) and has lots of pictures illustrating her explanations. This also makes it a good text for all the family to read, although it can get a little redundant at some points.
Highly recommended.
A Book for All People - Especially Non-Dog Owners July 5, 2007
Thought this book provided Excellent everyday information for both Dog Owners and Non-Owners alike. Has helped my family tremendously.
Thanks to Turid Rugas for an excellent piece of work.
Highly Recommended May 29, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book is an excellent resource for understanding canine body language and emotions. There are so many subtle movements that mean so much to dogs, and we humans tend to miss them unless we know what to look for. This book helped me understand a lot about my own dogs and the dogs that I work with every day. I recommend this book to any who has dogs, works with them, or simply enjoys them from afar! The explanations are short and sweet, and there are many good photos.
An Outstanding Quick Read May 12, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Excellent book for both a pet owner and a professional trainer or behaviorist. The author is incisive and astute in concisely and effectively educating readers as to the dog's natural communication mechanisms to avoid conflict. The text is easy to read, yet informative, and the photographs and captions are highly pertinent and beneficial. If more owners,trainers and behaviorists became familiar with Ms. Rugaas' interpretation of canine calming signals, we would consequentially reduce the number of domestic dog bite incidents. Moreover, we would improve the quality of life both for pet owners and for their pet dogs. Highly recommended. Well worth the money.
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