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EAN: 9780002572040 ISBN: 0002572044 Label: HarperCollins Entertainment Manufacturer: HarperCollins Entertainment Number Of Pages: 224 Publication Date: November 06, 2000 Publisher: HarperCollins Entertainment Release Date: November 06, 2000 Studio: HarperCollins Entertainment Editorial Review: Product Description: You've heard of the Horse Whisperer - now meet the woman who uses similar methods to train dogs. Jan Fennell's remarkable gifts have earned her the nickname "the dog whisperer". Her unique understanding of the canine world and its instinctive language has enabled her to bring even the most desperate and delinquent of dogs to heel. This easy-to-follow guide to understanding Jan's simple techniques draws on her case histories of problem dogs - from biters and barkers to bicycle chasers - to show how we can bridge the language barrier that separates man from his best friend. In the guide, Jan shares her secrets, telling us how she grew determined to find a more compassionate alternative to standard "obedience" training techniques and ultimately how to communicate with canines. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - An Eye Opener for Sure!Before I picked up our fourth dog, a rescue boxer, the rescue organization strongly recommended that I read this book. Am I ever glad I did! An easy, almost breezy read, it's packed with sound, basic dog psychology and training procedures that are sensible and humane (actually canine). Specific behavior problems are colorfully discussed via actual cases. Not only have I gained greater respect for the culture of dogs, but my three older, dreadfully rude dogs have become more enjoyable ... Read More Rating: - The Best !!I've read many books on this subject and this is by far my favorite!Although I like Cesar Millan very much-I didn't quite "get it" with his book "Cesar's Way." Jan Fennell's "The Dog Listener" is fabulous!Though I haven't had a dog for years[due to living in an apartment and long work days]I just bought a home and am looking into Greman Shepherd rescue.As I've had many dogs during my life-I always seemed to have trouble with the simple commands....after reading Jan's book now I UNDERSTAND why!Amichien ... Read More Rating: - GREAT BOOK!!!This book fills in what others have left out. Jan really understands how dogs think and act. I have read all of Cesar Millan's books. While they are great books, I needed more. This book gives specific things you should do to show your dog that you are the Alpha. I learned from Cesar that I, as the Alpha, must be calm. My dogs will react to that. But, Jan, goes on to tell you the things that signal to your dog that you are indeed the Alpha. The "gesture eating" works wonders! Speaks louder than ... Read More Rating:  - good bookI like a lot of the things Jan says in this book. She uses the dog psychology/wolf pack mentality to come up with ways to show your dog you are the boss. The principles are basically the same as with Cesar Millan, but she advocates totally hands-off approach. I've tried some of the things, but it is hard to implement the whole program when you work most of the day and don't have a whole week to do intensive conditioning. Overall- a good book I'd recommend to friends with dogs. Rating: - Best training book ever! This book was reccomended to me by a friend when I bought my two puppies and I had them trained before they were 3 months old. You have to remember that the tecniques in this book are a way of life and you must continue to do them at all times. You get used to it and it becomes second nature and the outcome is very rewarding. Puppies can be very frustrating to train but by using this book, I am actually enjoying the energy of my pups and they are respecting me. |
