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"[A] must-have guide to improving your dog's life."—Modern Dog Magazine
Whether you are training a new puppy, considering adopting a dog, researching dog breeds, or simply curious about your own dog's happiness and behavior, Wag has all the answers-and then some. Respected dog trainer and social psychologist, Zazie Todd, demystifies the inner life of canines and shares recommendations from leading veterinarians, researchers, and trainers to help you cultivate a rewarding and respectful relationship with your dog-which offers many benefits for you, your family, and your four-legged friend.
Inside this engaging, practical book, readers will find:

A Check List for a Happy Dog

Enrichment exercises

How to socialize and train a new puppy

How to reduce fear and anxiety in dogs

Tips for visiting the vet

Information on aging dogs

Expert interviews with vets and psychologists

And so much more!

"Dog owners and those considering becoming one should appreciate Todd's substantial insight into how dogs and humans relate to one another."—Publishers Weekly