
Helping Minds Meet
Skills for a Better Life with Your Dog
Hubble&Hattie (Publisher)
Published on 15. July 2015
Book
Paperback/Softback
96 pages
978-1-84584-576-6 (ISBN)
Description
Dogs have shared our lives for thousands of years - to the benefit of both species. However, it's only relatively recently that dogs, in many societies, have lived primarily as companions within the heart of the home.
This close relationship, together with society's expectations of dogs, can pose problems. All relationships have challenges, and where individuals of different species live closely together, these can be magnified, and misunderstandings occur. These can lead to fractures in the family/dog relationship, and, in some cases, result in dogs developing behaviours that are problematic for us.
This unique book, written by professionals in the field, explains how and why many of these misunderstandings occur, and how we can work to resolve them. It aims to help us adjust the way we interact with our dogs, in order to help our dogs be well behaved, whilst at the same time enabling us to enjoy fulfilling relationships and a good quality of life with them.
Especially commissioned images illustrate the text, and worksheets are provided to help owners focus on the areas where their dog and situation can benefit from applying the suggestions made.
This close relationship, together with society's expectations of dogs, can pose problems. All relationships have challenges, and where individuals of different species live closely together, these can be magnified, and misunderstandings occur. These can lead to fractures in the family/dog relationship, and, in some cases, result in dogs developing behaviours that are problematic for us.
This unique book, written by professionals in the field, explains how and why many of these misunderstandings occur, and how we can work to resolve them. It aims to help us adjust the way we interact with our dogs, in order to help our dogs be well behaved, whilst at the same time enabling us to enjoy fulfilling relationships and a good quality of life with them.
Especially commissioned images illustrate the text, and worksheets are provided to help owners focus on the areas where their dog and situation can benefit from applying the suggestions made.
Reviews / Votes
an invaluable tool should you wish to alter an aspect of your canine companion's behaviour - either to benefit those of us with two legs or to help your pet understand you better. Lost and Fond and Winnie's Blog a refreshing way to look at our relationship with dogs ... a must have book for all those that want to learn how to better understand and communicate with their canine companion. Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) Highly recommended for dog owners everywhere. Midwest Book Review An affirmation of our ethical responsibilities towards our dogs ... This very personal skills based manual will enable you to establish a lasting and meaningful partnership with a dog ... Above all, Helping Minds Meet empowers you and your dog to have fun together. Geelong Obedience Dog ClubMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
David & Charles
Dimensions
Height: 205 mm
Width: 205 mm
Weight
300 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84584-576-6 (9781845845766)
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Helen Zulcha vet who qualified in South Africa, worked in a, number of areas of veterinary science before focusing on animal behaviour. She has consulted and lectured in the field for over 10 years and holds European Specialist status, moving to the University of Lincoln, UK, to continue this career. Her main interests and areas of research include prevention of behaviour problems through appropriate early life experiences, the application of scientific principles in animal training, interaction between health and behaviour, communication in animals, and olfaction in dogs. She has owned and trained dogs all her adult life. Helen is currently programme leader of the MSc in Clinical Animal Behaviour at the University of Lincoln.