Fido Fundamentals in Dog Obedience: USAF K-9 Handler Training Guide for Pet Dogs - Paperback

by Louis William Robinson (Author)

What happens when a Veteran K-9 Handler creates a dog training company that caters to pet owners? You get this book. I provide theory as well as techniques that have been scientifically proven, not only the field but in everyday life. These are some of the same theories and methods used by the United States Military to train our K-9 warriors the basics needed to have a great dog. Everyone will benefit from this book it is written with both pet owners and professional dog trainers in mind.The methods in this book can be applied to all dogs of any age and any breed. All types and styles of training are covered as well as when and how to use them. This book is a great supplement to any training program you are currently using and will dramatically increase your response rate. I teach all of my students the basics so they can really learn what drives their dog and how it relates to training and behavior modification. There are 2 tests included, 7 forms to track your training progress and an easy to follow 6 week curriculum to use as a guideline for your training. The book covers Positive Training and Negative Reinforcement, Training Equipment, Name Recognition, Potty Training, Crate Training, Drop It, Come, Sit, Heel, Heel Stationary, Marching Drills, Down, Stay, Advanced Stay, Long Leash Obedience, Off Leash Training, Hand Signals, Place, Nipping (no biting), Jumping, Speak, Quiet, Retrieving Objects, Away, Leave It, Alarm Clock, Running on a treadmill, Relax, Separation Anxiety, Submissive Urination, Excitement Urination, Marking, Juvenile Destruction, Incontinence problems, Boredom, Aggression, Alpha confusion, Reward Schedules and a lot more.

Author Biography

Experience, background, and education are the primary reasons Louis William Robinson has been called "A leader in the ... training industry" by K-9 Cop Magazine. His formal dog training career in 1995 after he joined the US Air Force and was selected to be a Security Police K-9 Handler. During his enlistment he traveled the world and worked with both military and civilian police K-9's. These are some of the best dog's in the industry and he is proud to have trained and handled a few of them. Fast forward to 2007, Mr. Robinson started Robinson Dog Training to satisfy a passion for dogs and help people with their pets. With his military background in K-9 training he offers a wide variety of training services to his students including Obedience, Protection, Service, Therapy and more.