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The truth about wolves and dogs

Dispelling the myths of dog training

Toni Shelbourne

Reviews

“Few people know wolves as well as they know dogs and yet the link is both obvious, fascinating and important and this book reveals a lot we dog lovers should know.”

Chris Packham, naturalist, nature photographer, TV presenter and author.

“This well-illustrated book with many wonderful pictures of wolves and dogs accompanying the text will help you appreciate dogs for who they are, not who we want them to be.”

Marc Bekoff, professor emeritus of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Colorado, author, and with Jane Goodall, co-founder of ethologicalethics. Read the full review here.

“ A must read
Very interesting and well written, photos amazing, showing how to obtain mutual respect between your dog and you. Very informative about wolves.”

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“ Fantastic
Really great read made a whole lot of sense. I've had dogs for years and never really bought into all the traditional dog training methods. Love this gentle understanding way of helping and training dogs am going to book a course. ”

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“ Learn the real truth about your dog and live a better life
The truth about wolves and dogs , like it says, dispells myths of dog training. what a brilliant read , the pictures are amazing and you can see all the dogs' body language . If you are a dog trainer to a pet owner, this is the book for you , teaching a new insight into the dog , and settling the myths of old school thinking , learn about the dog in a new way that will open your eyes and your heart even more into the world of the wolf and dog. giving you a better understanding of your best friend, your dog. ”

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“ The Truth about wolves and dogs
I love this book, and have learned so much about my dogs communications with me, each other and other dogs. Toni Shelbourne really understands wolves and dogs and can demonstrate in a very simple way what is being communicated - I just love it when my dogs speak to me and I understand exactly what is being said, our communication has really improved. I just wish I could get this book back from the other members of the dog club! If you want to speak dog and really communicate with your pet, this is the book for you. ”

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“ Vet Approves
This is a fascinating book helping to dispel a lot of old wives tales about wolves and what motivates dogs. Who'd have thought Pugs were closer, genetically, to wolves than German Shepherd Dogs? This well thought out and beautifully illustrated book helps to orientate dog behaviour in the context of their wolf ancestor. As a veterinary professional, I can most certainly recommend this book to anyone who really wants to know about dog behaviour, not just about someone's opinion on dog behaviour. ”

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“ Understanding your Dog better
For anyone interested in dogs, this is an excellent book with beautiful illustrations depicting the differences and similarities between dogs and wolves. You will understand your dog better after reading this book! ”

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“ Well Written and Informative
I found this book to be well written and easy to understand. I learned a huge amount about how perceptions of wolf behaviours and dog training methods have changed over the years and also how to help read my dog's body language. It is not full of over technical explanations which many books written by "professional" dog trainers tend to be. A refreshing perspective and a big help to me. Whether you are a "mere" dog owner or work with dogs professionally, I would say this book is a must-have! ”

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“ Very good read
I have to say this is an informative and easy to read book for both the casual reader and also those looking for something more informative who work with dogs. Does what it says on the tin. Enjoy. ”

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“ At last, someone making sense!
This is an excellent book,very well written, beautifully illustrated and its a breath of fresh air to hear someone credible writing about such things instead of the usual outdated garbage spouted by those awful celebrity trainers!
I'll be buying a copy of this book for each of my clients this Christmas! ”

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“If you love a good read that challenges your preconceptions and reveals truths about common assumptions, then Toni Shelboume's The Truth About Wolves & Dogs is for you. This book describes the historical difference between wolves and dogs, while critiquing traditional dog training and the myths associated with it.
Covering a wide range of topics from the theory of how dogs evolved, to how to understand and interpret your dog's behaviour, this book is detailed and informative. It is designed to help you reconsider your dog training style in order to achieve a wonderful partnership with your canine companion Make sure you have a look at the array of demonstrative illustrations, which will come in handy when learning to recognise certain behaviour.
The Truth About Wolves & Dogs will not only give you some interesting historical facts, but will also teach you how to carry out the very best treatment for your faithful friend. ”

Dogs NSW

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This is an insightful and well written book, and a pleasure to read. With an easy style you can dip in and out without loosing the message the author is conveying. Many of the photographs are outstanding. If you wish to learn more about fostering a mutually respectful human/canine relationship, this book should not disappoint. ”

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“ A beautiful book
This visually stunning and beautifully written book eloquently explores the differences and similarities between wolves and dogs. Subtitled 'Dispelling the Myths of Dog Training', the book reveals and clearly illustrates the real dynamics within interactions in both species, and clarifies why the outdated and scientifically inaccurate 'dominance' methods used in dog training are inappropriate and ultimately damaging to the very special human-canine bond.
Toni Shelbourne's understanding of the behaviour and body language of wolves and dogs is based on many years of studying and working with both species. The gorgeous photos are accompanied by clear interpretations and reinforce the extensive information in the text. I've highly recommended 'The Truth about Wolves & Dogs' to my clients, my canine psychology students, and my colleagues who work in the areas of dog behaviour and training. ”

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