The Happy Dog Owner

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What to expect

'Carri Westgarth's unique combination of scholarship and practical experience with dogs will make this the go-to book for every enquiring dog owner' – Dr John Bradshaw, bestselling author of In Defence of Dogs

What if your dog could teach you a few new tricks for living a happier, healthier life?

Drawing on her many years of research on human-animal interaction, Dr Carri Westgarth will help you to gain a new understanding of your dog's needs and how to be the best owner you can be. Learn to harness the power of your special bond with your pet and train your dog to be a canine alarm clock, cuddle on command and get you out and about more than ever before.

Improve your pet's wellbeing with a wealth of science-led techniques and easy-to-learn tips – because a contented, well-behaved dog leads to a relaxed, healthy owner.

You really can train your dog to train YOU to live a better life.

Critics Review

  • Dr John Bradshaw, bestselling author of In Defence of Dogs
  • Dr Taryn Graham, anthrozoologist and dog trainer
  • Natalie Light, certified clinical animal behaviourist and presenter of Barks From the Bookshelf podcast
  • Tom Candy, certified clinical animal behaviourist
  • Hal Herzog, author of Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat
  • Aubrey H. Fine Ed.D., Professor Emeritus/Licensed Psychologist, author of Afternoons with Puppy; The Handbook on Animal Assisted Therapy

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