The Canine Good Citizen: Every Dog Can Be One

by Wendy Volhard and Jack Volhard

Book Overview

"...purebred or mixed, with this book any dog can become a Canine Good Citizen..." The Volhards'...approach to training, which they call the Motivational Method, ...is designed to do just that motivate the owner and the dog. The Motivational Method is grounded on a thorough knowledge of how people learn and dog behavior. Since 1983 they have authored or co-authored four major books on dog training and teaching dog Obedience classes,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0876054521
• ISBN13: 9780876054529
• Release Date: July 1997
• Publisher: Howell Books
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

Good all-around basic training book

This book centers around the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen test, outlining the purpose and content of the test, and providing training information to prepare your dog for the test. It also provides a useful way to determine the best methods to train your dog, based on your dog's individual drives (a test is provided to determine the level of prey/pack/fight/flight drives in your dog). I found it very helpful in preparing for the CGC test, as well as providing insight into understanding my dog, and ideas to work with her in a productive manner - it includes a very helpful section on stress & training. It does not go into much detail regarding more severe problem behaviors, but covers the basics in a clear & easy-to-understand manner.

Every dog owner NEEDS this book

This book is a step by step, week by week training book. It's not a "Train your dog in 2 hours" book. Any dog owner know that it take time, patience and more time to train a dog. There is an exercise at the beginning to teach your dog who is in control. It takes 30 minutes to do and you need to do it 5 days a week for 4 weeks. If you don't have that kind of commitment this book isn't for you. If you do, then you're in luck. I could see a change in my dogs after the first week. During the 4 weeks that you are doing the control exercises, you will also learn a new command each week for 8 weeks. If you have the time and commitment, BUY THIS BOOK. You and your dog will be good citizen!

Every dog owner should have a copy of this!!

Excellent book, easy to read and understand. This should be a manual given out to everyone planning on getting a new puppy, as well as anyone wanting to have a well mannered companion dog of any age. One of the best books I've ever read, well worth the money.

Must have for every dog owner

This is a must have for every dog owner. If you own a dog then you need to teach your dog some manners. Every dog has the potential of being a well behaved canine citzen and the Volhards teach you how to motivate your canine to become one. They break down the steps into an 8 week course and thoroughly explain each step. This has become my bible of dog training. The book is centered around taking the Canine Good Citizen Exam, however even if you do not attempt the exam you and your dog will highly benefit from its instruction. It will become an enjoyable time between you and your dog as they promote motivational training. You will be happy with your purchase of this well written book.

This book should be issued with your dog license.

I am a dog nut, a diehard fan of Job Michael Evans and Mryna Milani, owner of more dog books than I can lift at one time.This is *the* dog book I recommend most often.I've been a champion of the Canine Good Citizen program since I first heard about it. I expected to read this book and enjoy learning more about the program. I did not expect to be blown away by the practical and compassionate approach of the authors. There are many other dog books out there that I consider useful, helpful, even brilliant... but this is the one book I believe *every* responsible dog owner should make the time to read.