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Browse dog and puppy training books, guides and tips to help you build trust, understanding and a friendship with your pupChoose the right book to help you train you dog to do simple tricks and basic good behavior or step it up and try more extensive training. Not only will you have a well behaved pup, but you will also build your relationship. If your kids think they are ready to bring a new pup into your home, consider starting with a book such as  The Children’s Dog Training Guide Book gage their excitement and see how they do preparing for a new pup in your home. When you start with a plan and understand how to training and build a relationship, life with a pup is oh, so much more amazing.

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How To Train A Rescue Dog
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How To Train A Rescue Dog

This guide introduces a simple yet impactful three-step system designed to address behavioral issues and build lasting happiness in rescue dogs. It emphasizes that effective training starts with understanding the dog’s needs and establishing a stable, trusting environment. Through manageable steps rooted in compassion and consistency, the book teaches owners how to reshape unwanted behaviors, instill reliable habits, and help a rescue dog truly feel at home. The approach aims not just to correct problems, but to foster a deeper, more fulfilling bond between dog and human.

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The American Dog Epidemic
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The American Dog Epidemic

Author, Jackie Eckert takes a bold, fresh approach to understanding and addressing canine behavior problems. Drawing from over two decades of experience, Eckert challenges conventional training methods and the myths that often lead to persistent behavior issues in dogs. She reveals how common practices—whether overly permissive or rigidly dominance-based—can contribute to anxiety, aggression, and other challenges. Through clear, “real-life” strategies and behavioral insights, she offers practical solutions for issues like leash pulling, excessive barking, separation anxiety, and more. The goal is not just to fix problems, but to foster deeper understanding, emotional balance, and mutual trust between dogs and their human companions.

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Successfully Raising and Loving Your Rescue Dog
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Successfully Raising and Loving Your Rescue Dog

Successfully Raising and Loving Your Rescue Dog guides new and experienced dog owners through the rewarding process of welcoming a rescue into their home. It offers practical advice on preparing your living space and your family for the transition, navigating common missteps, and creating a supportive environment where a rescued dog can thrive emotionally and behaviorally. The book emphasizes understanding your dog’s unique needs, fostering trust through compassionate routines, and building a loving, lasting relationship as you both grow together.

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Deep Dive Into Dogs: Training Books – Dog Science

Alexandra Horowitz is a cognitive scientist, author, and professor at Barnard College, Columbia University, renowned for her work in dog cognition. She holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Science and leads the Horowitz Dog Cognition Lab, where she studies how dogs perceive the world, particularly through their sense of smell. Her research explores canine behavior, olfaction, and the dog-human relationship, and she is widely recognized for making scientific insights accessible through bestselling books like Inside of a Dog, Being a Dog, and Our Dogs, Ourselves. Her blend of academic rigor and storytelling has made her a respected voice in both scientific and popular discussions about dogs.

Inside Of A Dog by Alexandra Horowitz
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Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know (re-released September 2025)

A fascinating look into the world as experienced through the eyes, ears, and especially the noses of our canine companions. Drawing on cognitive science and her own observations, Horowitz explores how dogs interpret their surroundings using a rich tapestry of scent, sound, and motion. She introduces readers to the concept of a dog’s “umwelt”—their unique sensory experience of the world and explains how dogs smell emotions, track time, and perceive their environment from two feet off the ground. The book sheds light on how dogs use their mouths like hands, why they chase bikes, and how they navigate social dynamics. While not a training manual, it offers practical tips for better understanding and connecting with dogs, like the value of letting them sniff or reconsidering outdated dominance theories. Blending science with warmth and curiosity, this bestselling book gives dog lovers a new appreciation for the minds and lives of their four-legged friends.

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The Year of The Puppy by Alexandra Horowitz
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The Year of the Puppy: How Dogs Become Themselves 

A thoughtful and engaging exploration of a puppy’s first year of life, blending science and personal storytelling. Following the development of her own puppy, Quiddity, Horowitz offers weekly insights into the physical, emotional, and behavioral changes puppies experience from birth through adolescence. Rather than focusing on training techniques, the book emphasizes understanding a puppy’s natural development and unique personality. It’s a great read for new puppy owners who want to deepen their appreciation for what’s happening beneath the surface as their pup grows, offering valuable context for building a strong, empathetic bond during this formative year.

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Inside Of A Dog by Alexandra Horowitz
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Being a Dog: Following the Dog into a World of Smell 

Explores the incredible power of a dog’s nose and the rich, invisible world of scent that dogs navigate daily. Blending science, personal experience, and curious experimentation, Horowitz takes readers on a sensory journey alongside her own dogs, investigating how canines use smell to communicate, explore, and understand their environment. From visiting scent-detection schools to trying “smell training” herself, she reveals how dogs live in a world shaped far more by scent than sight, and encourages readers to better appreciate both canine behavior and their own underused sense of smell.

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The Dogist Puppies
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The Dogist Puppies 

A heartwarming celebration of puppyhood captured through documentary‑style photography. Spanning hundreds of adorable portraits from birth to their first year, the book highlights oversized paws, floppy ears, playful antics, curious first steps, and even puppies wearing the dreaded “cone of shame.” Organized thematically—by breed, learning milestones, quirky outfits, or snuggles with children—it captures each pup’s unique spirit and character. With his keen eye and pocketful of treats, Friedman creates a joyful tribute that both entertains and reminds readers of the diversity, innocence, and charm found in every young dog

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Our Dogs, Ourselves by Alexandra Horowitz
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Our Dogs, Ourselves The Story Of Singular Bon

Examines the deep and often contradictory nature of the human–dog relationship, exploring how we simultaneously celebrate dogs as unique individuals while breeding them for uniform traits, treating them as cherished family members yet legally regarding them as property, and engaging in affectionate behaviors that reflect our own emotions more than theirs. Across thirteen insightful chapters, she uses scientific research, cultural observation, and personal reflection—drawing on years of work in dog cognition and her experiences running the Dog Cognition Lab at Barnard College—to reveal how dogs shape our lives, our legal systems, and our sense of companionship, encouraging readers to reconsider both how we treat dogs and what they teach us about ourselves

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The Year Of The Puppy Book For Kids
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The Year of The Puppy

Perfect for kiddos, this book takes a scientific memoir that chronicles the first year of her puppy, Quiddity (Quid), from birth through adolescence, highlighting the critical social and cognitive milestones that often go unnoticed in typical training-focused narratives. By closely observing Quid weekly as she interacts with her littermates, family, other pets, and the wider world, Horowitz reveals how a puppy’s sense of sight, smell, and individuality unfolds in parallel to human development, weaving in research on canine and child growth to deepen our understanding of those early months. The result is a richly detailed and empathetic portrait of a puppy’s transformation from vulnerable newborn to distinct personality, offering invaluable insight for anyone raising or studying young dogs

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The Forever Dog
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The Forever Dog: Surprising New Science to Help Your Canine Companion Live Younger, Healthier, and Longer

 This book offers a comprehensive, science-backed guide for optimizing canine health and longevity. Drawing on insights from geneticists, microbiologists, longevity researchers, and real-life cases of dogs living into their twenties and thirties, the authors present practical strategies across four key domains: nutrition, movement, environmental exposures, and stress management. They explore how chronic human diseases like cancer, obesity, and diabetes afflict dogs and emphasize that proactive lifestyle choices—tailored to individual breeds and genetics—can significantly enhance a dog’s quality and length of life. Filled with inspiring stories and evidence-based advice, this book equips pet owners with the knowledge to become their dogs’ best advocates.

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How To Train Dog Love Science Book
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 Annie Grossman’s How to Train Your Dog with Love + Science

 Offers a modern, humane approach to dog training rooted in positive reinforcement and behavioral science. Drawing on decades of research from figures like Pavlov and Skinner, Grossman introduces the “Training Triad”—managing the environment, using the right rewards, and perfect timing—as the foundation for building good habits and communication with your dog. As a journalist-turned-certified trainer and founder of School For The Dogs in New York City, she blends real-life stories, clear exercises, and scientific insight to help pet owners develop a respectful, trusting relationship with their dogs while avoiding outdated, dominance-based methods.

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Wuffology Understand Your Dog
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Wuffology: Understand Your Dog – Natural Approaches to Daily Dog Care

  This Book offers a warm, insightful guide to caring for and connecting with your canine companion through holistic, natural methods. It covers practical topics like nutrition, grooming, exercise, communication, and common behavioral issues, all while focusing on understanding your dog’s innate needs and instincts. Drawing from real-life examples and gentle techniques, the book encourages pet owners to build trust and harmony with their dogs using environmentally friendly, health-conscious strategies that nurture both body and mind.

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Dog Training Revolution Book
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Zak George’s Dog Training Revolution

A friendly, step-by-step guide to raising and training a well-mannered dog using positive reinforcement and gentle, relationship-based techniques. The book begins by helping readers select the right dog and prepare their home before jumping into training, offering advice on housebreaking, basic commands like sit and stay, leash walking, crate training, and even fun tricks while emphasizing prevention and management first. It places a strong focus on building trust and communication, encouraging owners to understand their dog’s perspective and use rewards, real-life examples, and enjoyable training activities to foster a lasting bond. The material is particularly suitable for new dog parents who want a humane, modern, and holistic training approach.

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Guide To A Well-Behaved Dog by Zak George
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Zak George’s Guide to a Well‑Behaved Dog

 A compassionate, modern, science-based training manual that addresses the most common behavioral issues faced by dog owners of all experience levels. Whether you’re working with a new puppy, an adult dog you’ve had for years, or a recently adopted rescue, this problem-focused guide lets you look up and tackle specific challenges like chewing, jumping, barking, play biting, begging, ignoring commands, thunderstorm phobia, separation anxiety, aggression, and more. Richly illustrated with case studies and drawn from his popular YouTube videos, the book walks you through step-by-step solutions while grounding every technique in positive reinforcement and relationship-building. Zak emphasizes prevention of problems as much as correction, and he takes time to explore whydogs behave the way they do so that positive change can happen at any age.

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Rescue Dog Training Guidebook

 This compassionate and practical resource designed specifically for adopted dogs and the people who love them. More than just a training manual, this book offers a step-by-step guide to understanding and addressing the unique emotional and behavioral needs of rescue dogs. Dr. Card combines expert canine behavior insights with real-world strategies to help you build trust, establish a calm and secure home, and gently overcome issues like fear, anxiety, aggression, and socialization challenges. With guidance tailored to dogs from all backgrounds—including senior rescues, puppy mill survivors, and street dogs—the book is filled with trust-building techniques, force-free training, enrichment ideas, and support for every stage of your journey. Whether you’re a first-time rescuer or experienced adopter, this guide offers the tools and encouragement to help your dog heal, grow, and truly belong.

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Mental Exercise for Dogs Book
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Mental Exercise For Dogs

This book offers a creative collection of 101 engaging games and activities designed to stimulate your dog’s mind, boost agility, and provide fun learning experiences. Tailored for dogs of all sizes and breeds, it’s a practical guide to ending boredom and adding variety to daily routines through mental challenges. With a focus on enrichment rather than physical training alone, the book aims to invigorate under-challenged dogs and strengthen the bond between pet and owner through playful, thoughtful interaction.

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Be Right Back Book
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Be Right Back! 

Julie’s book offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach to helping dogs overcome separation anxiety. The book presents a thoughtful, step‑by‑step program that gently transitions dogs from fearful responses to calm, confident behavior during alone time. It guides owners through recognizing and avoiding common training myths, gradually increasing alone time at the dog’s pace, and replacing distress with positive emotional associations. Through practical advice, real owner success stories, and downloadable training plans, the book provides a supportive path for both dogs and owners to regain independence, reduce anxiety, and restore harmony at home.

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The Complete High-Engery Dog Solution
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The Complete High‑Energy Dog Solution

This training guide is tailored to the needs of high‑drive dogs, offering a structured, step‑by‑step approach to help energetic pups develop calm habits, emotional control, and dependable obedience. It focuses on channeling a dog’s natural energy through positive, consistent training methods designed to cultivate self‑control and balance, transforming impulsive behavior into reliable, well-mannered responses. Ideal for owners of lively or spirited breeds, the book equips families with practical tools for nurturing emotional regulation and fostering harmony in households with high‑energy canine companions.

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Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps
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Puppy Training in 7 Easy Step

A great beginner-friendly guide that uses positive reinforcement and a pup’s natural instincts to teach essential training skills. Covering everything from potty and crate training to leash walking and basic commands, the book breaks down the process into manageable stages that help new dog owners understand both how and why puppies behave the way they do. With practical tips, troubleshooting advice, and prep guidance for bringing a puppy home, this step-by-step manual makes training clear, effective, and fun for both pets and their people.

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Puppy Training The Simple Way Book
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Puppy Training the Simple Way: Housebreaking, Potty Training and Crate Training in 7 Easy‑to‑Follow Steps

This book is a clear, beginner‑friendly guide that walks new dog parents through a seven‑step training system focused on housebreaking, potty training, and crate training. It offers practical, stage‑by‑stage instructions that build your pup’s foundational habits with consistency and positive reinforcement. Ideal for first‑time puppies or owners, it simplifies the training journey into manageable steps, so you both learn confidently and with minimal stress.

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Cesar’s Rules Book
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Cesar’s Rules

One of Cesar’s top selling book offers a modern, compassionate approach to dog training grounded in Cesar Millan’s expertise as a renowned canine behaviorist. Combining practical advice, real-life anecdotes, and troubleshooting strategies, the guide helps dog owners cultivate clear communication, consistency, and leadership—while maintaining a bond built on trust and respect. With insights into common challenges like leash pulling, barking, and social anxiety, this manual emphasizes understanding your dog’s natural instincts and body language to guide behavior change, not control it. The result is a harmonious, balanced relationship where both you and your dog thrive.

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The Children’s Dog Training Guide Book

The Children’s Dog Training Guide Book: Fun and Simple Approach for Taking Care of Your Pet Friend is a heartwarming and educational guide created especially for kids who are eager to learn how to care for and train their dogs. Published in 2025, this book stands out for its age-appropriate language, friendly tone, and emphasis on positive reinforcement, making it perfect for first-time young pet owners, families welcoming a new puppy, or children dreaming of their own furry companion.

Choose the kindle version that is great on a tablet or a paperback. Designed to build confidence and empathy, the book walks kids through essential topics like understanding dog behavior, responsible pet care, basic commands, and playful training games. With step-by-step lessons, engaging illustrations, and fun-filled activities, children learn how to create a strong, loving bond with their dog while developing life skills like responsibility and patience.

What makes this book unique is its empowering, child-focused approach to training, encouraging kids to become compassionate, informed caregivers through gentle methods and hands-on learning. Whether your dog is young or old, The Children’s Dog Training Guide Book offers a joyful introduction to the world of dog training that families can enjoy together.

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