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94 of 95 found the following review helpful:
 Tricks and treats Mar 14, 2007
By R. Maruschak
Although the title accentuates tricks, this is a very good introduction to positive reinforcement dog training. The "ten keys to training success" in the first chapter are the ten commandments of basic dog obedience training. The first four chapters deal with the essentials of preparing yourself and your dog for training, the whys and wherefores of dog training, and the philosophy of treats and fun that make training a pleasure for both handler and dog. The fifth chapter deals with the basics that every dog needs to know before trick training. Then the fun really begins in the chapters about the tricks themselves with clear instructions on how to perform them. The last two chapters talk about other activities that dogs enjoy. This is not just a trick training book. It is an excellent overall dog training book, clearly written, easy to read, light hearted and fun. I recommend it to anyone who really wants to enjoy his or her dogs and help them be great, well-behaved companions.
58 of 61 found the following review helpful:
A great way to start Jan 12, 2007
By Peter Hyatt
If you watch "The Dog Whisperer" you already know the importance of walking your dog regularly, and being pack leader. But if you already have that down, why not learn some tricks? The author assumes that you are not an idiot, but she also assumes that you are not a professional trainer, and therefore, gently takes you through some very practical and adorable tricks. This is a well written book, with ample illustration.
So far, my wife has our Coton De Tulear "waving" at strangers (can you think of anything more endearing?), Jumping up to the easy chair to "watch the New York Rangers", rolling over for a treat, and hiding beneath the covers. He is adorable and she has had fun working with this book. Many thanks to the author for a well put together manual that is fun to read.
42 of 43 found the following review helpful:
my first dog book May 12, 2007
By Jose Moreno
For me this book was very helpful..about 5 or so months ago our family came accross a lost puppy so we tried to find her owners but couldnt...I knew we couldnt just give her up so we addopted her and I set myself out to raise her right. It was hard looking for a good book because I've never owned a dog and i dont know the basics...but after looking long and hard I decided I'd go with this...this book is truely helpfull the book doesnt just show you how to train your dog but how to raise her from the roots like potty training and dicipline. To me its not just a trick book its a helpful tool in you and your dogs life.
23 of 24 found the following review helpful:
 Disappointment Oct 27, 2009
By D. Sapp
With the title, I expected a book choke full of tricks that I could train my dog. I was really looking forward to learning new tricks to teach my terriers. I was quite disappointed. It is a 196 page book. The very first beginning trick started on page 86. Then after a couple of chapters of tricks, it started describing other dog activities. Tricks that I can teach my dog are less than half of a book called "The Only Tricks Book You'll Ever Need".
The tricks are all the same old same old too; shake, high five, wave, beg, roll over, hold, fetch, bow, then all of them repeated, but now since they're involving more than one dog at a time they're supposed to be new. Between my terriers, there is a total of ONE trick in this book that my dogs didn't know, because they are not allowed to open the refridgerator.
This book would only be useful to people that have never ever trained a dog to do tricks before.
18 of 18 found the following review helpful:
The BEST dog trick book ever Sep 15, 2007
By There's Always Hope
"Hope"
I've purchased many dog behavior and trick books over the years. This little gem is definitely the best trick book. My golden and I have had many great times learning some of the tricks. Easy to follow and the progressive technique makes great sense. I'm amazed at how fast he can learn following the simple directions. Patience and consistency as always is the key.
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