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In this book, Turid identifies what she calls calming signals: "signals used by dogs to prevent things from happening, from avoiding threats from people and dogs to calming down nervousness and fear."I LOVE DOGS! Turid goes on to explain how dogs use calming signals, and how we, as dog owners, can use them as well with our own dogs.
Customer Review: just okay
This book was pretty basic, but it did have some good information about certain postures and signals that dogs use that some people would not be aware of. Made more for the beginner than the advanced dog lover.
Customer Review: On Talking Terms with Dogs
Book was very informative and well written. Illustrations were pertinent to text. Information presented is valuable to every dog owner and especially to those who train or to those who deal with rescue/shelter situation.


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On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals by Turid Rugaas
Turid Rugaas’ revolutionary work incorporates what is probably the single most important study of canine social language. Turid has been observing and analysing calming signals for years; she has documented over 30 signals and presents her findings in this book, along with photographic illustrations and explanations of why and how they are used. By studying these signals and improving our powers of observation we can increase our ability to communicate with our dogs. If you have ever wondered what your dog is trying to tell you then this is the book for you! Revised/updated with new material and colour photographs.

What Do I Do . . . When My Dog Pulls? By Turid Rugaas
Norwegian dog trainer Turid Rugaas, best known for her ground-breaking work on calming signals, describes her kind and effective method for encouraging dogs to walk without pulling. Quick and easy to learn, the method can be applied to any dog no matter what size, breed or age. Dogs that are easily distracted, or that encounter situations where they may lunge, bark or give aggressive displays can be helped to walk calmly and quietly on a slack leash. City, town or country walking can all become more relaxed, reducing stress for dog and owner. Turid’s method is explained in simple steps with informative photographs which aid understanding, and the book includes tips on equipment to use, reasons for pulling and trouble shooting, along with case studies.

The Kingdom of Scent by Anne Lill Kvam
Scent work is probably one of the most enjoyable ways for all dogs to spend their time, and encouraging them to engage their natural instincts allows us to see our best friends in a new light. Only through observing the capabilities of the dog at work can we begin to have any understanding of just how well adapted they are for survival and social co-operation.

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