Problems with your dog? It may be his thyroid! If your dog is lethargic, losing his hair, gaining weight or suddenly becomes aggressive, perhaps the last thing you (or your vet!) would think about is his thyroid. Unfortunately, however, thyroid disorders can cause literally dozens of health and behavioral problems in dogs and frequently go undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed. And the real tragedy is that most thyroid problems are treatable with the right medical care and a well-informed owner can often minimize the chance of a thyroid disorder occurring in the first place.

This book covers many types of positive reinforcement training as used in clicker training, first learning, instinctive behaviors and lifestyle management. It will question your concept of rewards and bring you closer to exceptional effectiveness and a greater understanding of your dog’s behavior.

The Agility Advantage takes your canine agility partner through a lifetime with you. Chris writes this with the busy agility aficionado in mind. Each short chapter stands alone and is intended to be one soundbite on one topic, designed for easy digestion. Subjects range from how dogs are built, to how dogs move, to sharing those later years when dogs don't move as fast as they used to.



Especially appreciated are Dr. Zink's recommended age-range-specific proprioceptive exercises and how to improve your dog's angulation through exercise.

Here is a well-illustrated A-Z guide to canine body postures. Organized in alphabetical order and cross-referenced with excellent black and white line drawings. This book is a must to understand canine body language and the evolution of the domestic dog.

Teaching a dog to follow a “target” is the best way to train both simple and complicated behaviors. Targeting is useful for everything from training the family dog to competitive obedience and agility.

2005 Expanded Edition! The book that has shaped modern thinking about canine behavior and the relationship between dogs and humans has been revised. Dogs are not humans. Dogs are clever and complex creatures that humans need to take the time to understand in order to live together successfully. You must read this book... because your dog sure can't!

Like a comforting hug from someone who understands, Good-bye My Friend is a sympathetic explanation of grief and how to cope with the loss of a pet.

The compassion that compels you to end the life of your friend is a final act of caring - a final act of love. This little book is designed to help and comfort you as you make this final decision.

New Expanded 2nd edition! Exercises and games train scent discrimination, search, and obedience skills. For pets as well as competition trackers and competitive obedience.