From Fearful to Fear Free: A Positive Program to Free Your Dog from Anxiety, Fears, and Phobias

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From Fearful to Fear Free:  A Positive Program to Free Your Dog from Anxiety, Fears, and Phobias

by Marty Becker, DVM; Lisa Radosta, DVM DACVB; Wailani Sung, PhD, DVM, DACVB; Mikkel Becker, KPA-CTP, CBCC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, CTC

Edited by Kim Campbell Thornton

ISBN:  9780757320798

Publisher:  Health Communications, Inc.

Publication Year:  2018

Format:  Trade Paperback

Pages:  224

From the back cover:

“Straight from the experts comes the Fear Free program, a positive-reinforcement plan with proven results in helping fearful, anxious, and stressed dogs. From the knowledge and experience of ‘America’s Veterinarian’ – Dr. Marty Becker – and an esteemed group of pioneers in veterinary medicine and behaviour, From Fearful to Fear Free addresses fear, anxiety, and stress, issues that dog owners frequently encounter but seldom understand. Filled with anecdotes from their own practices, detailed techniques, and helpful resources, this informative volume can be a lifesaver for concerned owners and their fearful dogs.

Inside From Fearful to Fear Free:

• How animals become fearful, how fear can negatively impact many aspects of a pet dog’s life, and how the Fear Free program can help
• The different types of fear and how to recognise the signs of fear in a dog
• The pitfalls of punishment versus the benefits of positive reinforcement, including detailed steps on how to properly use rewards in training
• Training and socialisation at all ages and stages to promote good behaviour, confidence, and adaptability
• How to teach basic cues and advanced behaviours, including enrichment activities for emotional well-being
• Reward-based techniques to handle common fears
• Using your Fear Free skills I n specific scenarios, such as trips to the vet or groomer, interactions with children, walks inn busy public areas, and family trips”