Dog Training: Dog Training Books

Professional dog training, dog training courses, and dog training books are very much in demand these days, and it’s no wonder. Dog owners want their pets to be well behaved and easy to manage. Some folks see professional dog training on television shows and think, “Hey, that guy (or gal) can do it. How hard can dog training be?” Unfortunately, dog training isn’t always as easy as it looks, partly because many owners approach it in the wrong way. They might read a bunch of dog training books and even take dog training courses, and they might still fail.

Of course, there’s always the option of professional dog training, but this is expensive. Also, you usually have to transport your furry pal for professional dog training. This can be stressful on your dog and on you. Some dogs just don’t like to travel, and some get anxious when they’re taken away from their home environment. That’s not a good state of mind for a canine to be in when undergoing dog training. Besides, if you're not careful, the dog will look only to the trainer for leadership. You want your dog to see you as the leader.

Maybe you’ve even considered taking dog training courses so that you’ll be able to train your dog on your own, without paying the high cost of professional dog training. Many of the dog training courses offered around the globe are excellent, but not all of them are equal. As with just about everything, there are the good and the not-so-good dog training courses. You’ll most likely pick up some good dog training tips from such courses, but you might be disappointed in the overall results.

So, what’s the answer? As a former dog trainer who has worked with several breeds, I fully believe that every dog is different and every dog will not respond positively to the same dog training methods and strategies. I’ve also learned that you can learn a lot from dog training books. In many ways, I believe the best dog training books are actually better than dog training courses and obedience classes. Why? Because you can go at your own pace, and your dog can learn at its own pace. Also, you can re-read sections of the books as many times as you need to. Another reason I prefer dog training books is that you do the training yourself. This makes the bond between you and your dog powerful, and your pet will learn to look to you for leadership and guidance.

You can find lots of dog training books on the internet, in book stores, and in most pet stores. Of course, like everything else, some are better than others. You might feel a lot more confident reading and following a dog trainer you're somewhat familiar with, like Cesar Millan. Many dog enthusiasts know him from his popular television show, "The Dog Whisperer," and he's written some of the best dog training books on the shelves.

Another expert in dog training, Victoria Stilwell, has also written great dog training books. She also has a show on TV, "It's Me or the Dog." You'll find dog training books by Stilwell and Millan below, along with some other good dog training books.