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 Extremely useful Information August 27, 2007
Christine Hale (Hartford, CT)
I have a couple of unusual dogs-one horrifically abused and the other feral. The clear photos and simple text made reading their "dog language" very easy. I've had dogs all my life and I learned a lot from this little book.
 Newbie interest only... August 7, 2007
Bridget Forestcats (Montclair, CA United States)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
A tiny book and you may feel disappointed over the cost for that volume. I don't believe that the purpose of the book was truly reached because it wasn't explained from the start. It meanders over the different physical cues that dogs use with each other in order to calm other dogs. It suggests if you watch for these cues and perhaps mimic them that you too will be able to communicate the need for a calm behavior from the dog. I suppose if someone were completely new to observing animals and humans that this could be considered inspirational. But I don't find that many people who are so inclined to learn more about communication between species will be greatly rewarded.
Turid Knows Her Stuff July 21, 2007
F. Church (USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book was recommended to me by one of my veterinarian mentors who has an amazing ability to reach out to dogs. I was anxious to know her secrets, so she insisted I buy "On Talking Terms With Dogs: Calming Signals." I will never regret taking her advice. Turid has found a peaceful, non threatening way to speak canine language. Her ideas are fun and easy to use, and with patience, they really work. I am very scientific and am therefore skeptical of people who claim to "speak dog," but I think this book is quite legit. Plus it comes with lots of photos and case studies.
A MUST HAVE for all dog owners July 14, 2007
Autumn Renne (Central USA)
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
Natalie Nussenbaum (Chicago, IL)
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.
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