Report 1: Dogs are not People: The Canine Social System

            One of the greatest disserves we do to our dogs is to treat them like they are people. Celebrate the differences between canines and humans and learn how to enhance the relationship and understanding between you and your furry companion by letting dogs be dogs.

Report 2: The Cute Factor: Selecting Your Puppy

            Is there anything cuter than a puppy? Unfortunately, puppies grow up and unless you have done due diligence, you may be in for some surprises. There are many things to think about before you choose you new canine companion. Purebred or pound puppy, this report helps you give careful consideration to the new addition to your family. Learn the proper questions to ask a breeder before you take your puppy home.

Report 3: A Dog in the Family

            Raising children with a family dog can be a wonderful experience or a headache extraordinaire. This report covers simple training steps to insure that Pup knows his proper place in the family. Complete with a chore chart designed to distribute the responsibilities of Pup’s care and to teach children that there is more to owning a dog than giving it a pat on the head.

Report 4: House Training

Housetraining can be easy is you proceed using a system and with a clear idea of the end result. Step by step help to create a trust worthy, housebroken dog.

Report 5: Kindergarten Obedience

            Beginning obedience training designed for the young puppy. Good basics for you to begin as soon as Pup comes home.

Report 6: Playtime with Children and Family Outings

            Although children love dogs, they are also somewhat fearful of the exuberance and in the case of puppies, the very sharp little teeth. As a result, children often send mixed messages to the family dog, running from them with high shrieks; half laughter half terror. This report focuses on teaching children proper ways to handle Pup when he becomes overbearing.

            Part of being a family dog is going places with the family. Interesting how a dog can go from Einstein to Addlebrained when he walks out the front door. Learn easy solutions to help your dog remember his obedience lessons.

Report 7: Personality Traits and Learning Styles- How does your Dog Learn? Part One

            Chapters 21 through 23

Report 8: Personality Traits and Learning Styles- How does your Dog Learn? Part Two

            Chapter 24 through 26

Report 9: The Secrets of Professional Dog Trainers

            Chapter 27 through 29

Report 10: The Art of Observation: Learning How to Really See your Dog.

            The key to human relationships is active, nonjudgmental listening. The key to canine relationships is active, nonjudgmental watching. Successful training begins with the ability to REALLY see what your dog is telling you. After watching you dog like a behavioral scientist, you’ll see aspects of your dog you never noticed before.

Report 11: Creating the Perfect Pet Starts with a Vision

            Every trip should begin with a road map to prevent the travelers from becoming lost. Learn how to chart your coarse before you ever pick up the leash. Teaching your dog should begin with the end in mind. Knowing in advance what you are trying to create will take the ambiguity out of your training.

Report 12: Elementary School Obedience

            Training your dog is like constructing a house; you must build a solid foundation. This report covers the basics for obedience training: heel, sit, wait, stay, come and down.

Report 13: High School and College- Advanced Obedience Work

            After your dog has mastered the basics, it is time to add to your foundation. Pup needs to learn that the obedience commands apply even if there are distractions. This report covers how to gain reliable responses from your pup, even when the leash is off.

Report 14: Creative Problem Solving

            Communicating with your dog about “behavior problems” is one of the biggest challenges for dog owners. This is generally because what we see as a problem is just a normal part of canine behavior, at an inappropriate (according to human standards) place or time. Realize your dog is doing what he/she is doing for a reason. When you understand the purpose, you can design a solution so that your pup gets what he/she wants and you correct the annoying behavior.

Report 15: Traveling With Your Pup

            It can be a lot of fun to take pup along on a vacation but traveling with pup has its own set of challenges. Careful planning before you leave the driveway will easy much of the travel burden. This guide has tips and considerations to spending holiday time with your hound.

Report 16: What to do with Pup While Your on Vacation- Boarding Kennels and Pet Sitters

            If you decide that your vacation plans can’t include the furry member of your family, then what? Is it better to have someone into the home to care for your pup or send him away to the canine country club? Tips on selecting a good place for pup to stay or on finding a caregiver for your best friend.

Report 17: Dog Games People Can Play

            All work and no play can make Jack a dull boy…or a bored pup. But what games to play that won’t be counterproductive to your dog’s education. These games actually speed your dogs learning by reinforcing your obedience training during playtime.