Recommended Dog Resources
Here is a list of some of the websites, newletters and books I have found helpful to me in my never-ending quest to learn more and more about dogs. There are of course, many, many more. These are just a few to help you along with your quest.
Websites
APDT.com (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) a good place to find positive trainers, seminars and events!
dogstardaily.com – a great site for dog tips
fearfuldogs.com – helpful incite on how to manage your timid dog
Newsletters
Chronicle of the Dog – great resource for dog trainers and enthusiasts. Free with membership to APDT (above)
Whole Dog Journal – monthly newsletter w/information on dog nutrition and behavior whole-dog-journal.com
Books (Most of the books below can be found at dogwise.com)
Jean Donaldson – Culture Clash if you only buy one dog book…this should be it!
Patricia McConnell – The Other End of the Leash, Feeling Outnumbered, and more…
Ian Dunbar, the pioneer of R+ training. After you get your Puppy and more…
Karen Pryor – Don’t Shoot the Dog clicker training and beyond…
Suzanne Clothier – Bones Would Rain from the Sky, another great ambassador for dogs
Emma Parsons – Click to Calm (recommended for reactive dogs)