Manual
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"Never Never Hit
Your Dog"
This book is designed to be used in conjunction with your individualized in home training
sessions. By following the instructions of your personal trainer as well as the
information contained in this book you will be well on your way to a positive, meaningful
relationship with your dog. A relationship with a foundation of leadership, trust and love
as opposed to one that's based on fear and intimidation. With an in-depth knowledge of
canine psychology, we employ humane and proven methods enabling you to solve virtually any
canine behavioral problem. The health information is provided to give the dog owner
knowledge of the many medical concerns a dog owner might face with the hope of preventing
serious health problems because you will have the knowledge for early diagnosis. The
product recommendations contained throughout are not advertisements, but are products we
have used successfully for many years.
TRAINING DIRECTOR - ANDREW D. LUPER
Andy Luper has devoted himself to the study of animal behaviorism and dog psychology since
1970. A psychology major in college, and a dog lover since childhood, he is also a devoted
dog owner with breeder and exhibitor experience. This helped form his philosophy in
approaching training in a unique, humane, psychological and enjoyable manner for both the
dog and the owner. It is this approach which made Mr. Luper the subject of numerous
articles in publications throughout the State of Arizona and a guest on various local
radio and TV shows.
The academy and all of its' students benefit from Mr. Luper's experience which also
includes:
 | Certification as a Master Trainer and
former Regional Director of the United States Professional Dog Trainer's Association, Inc. |
| State Representative for the North
American Working Dog Association, Inc. |
| Recommended by dozens of veterinarians
and pet professionals throughout the State. |
| Sponsor of the Arizona Humane Society's
"Pets on Parade" TV show. |
| Member of the Arizona Animal Welfare
League. |
| Trainer of dogs for motion pictures and
video productions. |
| Author, Lecturer, and Nationally
recognized as a leading authority in the professional dog training industry. |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Dedications and Acknowledgments
Senator Vest's Tribute to the Dog
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Office Information
Letter of Understanding
Letter of Understanding; Protection Training
Training Introduction
Golden Rules
CHAPTER 2: GENERAL HEALTH INFORMATION
Canine Diseases
Household Medications for your Dog
Canine Vaccination Schedule
Fleas, Ticks and Heartworm
Worms and Worming
CHAPTER 3: PUPPIES
A Puppies Development
4 P's Program
CHAPTER 4: OBEDIENCE TRAINING
Language in Training
15 Training Tips
Obedience Modification
Adding the Polishing Touches
Transitions to Off Leash
Having Difficulty?
Training Your Dog to Stay in the Yard
CHAPTER 5: BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS IN DOGS
Overview
Motivation of Stress in Canines
Mandatory Guidelines for Problem Behavior
Housebreaking
Housebreaking the Older Dog
Problems Commonly Confused with Housebreaking
Destructive Chewing: Prevention and Cure
Overexuberance ( Jumping Up )
Excessive Barking
Fence Jumping
Digging
Mouthing
It's a crate, not a cage
Finicky Eater
CHAPTER 6: PROTECTION TRAINING
Preparing the Young Dog
Should I Buy a Guard Dog?
CHAPTER 7: NUTRITION
What you need to know
What does it mean?
REFERENCES, BIBLIOGRAPHY and ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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