In an effort to give dog owners a deeper understanding of how dogs perceive the world and thereby help them to live in better harmony with their dog, we have compiled links to some of our favorite articles on the subjects of training and behavior written by experts in this field.

You can also find our list of recommended books by clicking HERE 

This page is still under construction, and we have lots more coming...so please check back often!

The Dog Whisperer - alternatives to Cesar's Way.

Dog Whisperer Part 2- answering the fans

Moving Beyond the Dominance Myth  Morgan Spector

The History and Misconception of Dominance Theory

Dominance in Dogs

Beyond the Dominance Paradigm   Patricia McConnell PhD

The Dog Whisperer - Andrew Luescher DVM, Veterinary Behaviorist, Animal Behavior Clinic, Purdue University - Dr. Luescher's response to viewing episodes of the TV show episodes.

General Information on Aggression

Fairy Tales- another gem from Jean Donaldson

Dominance Controversy and Cesar Millan- Dr. Sophia Yin

Using "Dominance" to Explain Dog Behavior is Old Hat- Science Daily

Use of Punishment in Training

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior's Statement on Punishment - a must read for ALL dog owners.

Punishment and Negative Reinforcement   Daniel Estep, PhD and Suzanne Hetts, PhD

Learning about Punishment from Dogs Themselves  Suzanne Clothier

Punishment  - understanding its use always results in "fallout"

Aggression Begets Aggression

Training Equipment

Invisible Fencing-  A Cautionary Note - Steve Robinson, CDBC

Invisible Fences- Visible Problems- by Pat Miller

Shock Collar Study

Use of Shock Collars- Statement by Karen Overall  M.A., V.M.D.,  PhD, Diplomat,American College of Veterinary Behavior

Statement on Training Dogs with Shock Collars - by Cathy Toft, APDT #63420

The Shocking Truth

Shock Collars- authors position statement on the use of shock collars for training.

The Training Tether

The Tie Down Tool

The Problem with Retractable Leashes

Training Methods and Teminology

Click or Jerk- Let the Dog Decide  Pat Miller

Traditional Dog Training - and its related behavior problems

Just Rewards  Pat Miller

Lures, Rewards, and Bribes- know the difference!

Tug of War- Yes you CAN play it with your dog IF you teach it with THESE rules.!

Training Reminders

Dogs Trained with Food - Behavior, Trick or Treat?

40 Rewards - reinforcers/rewards come in all shapes and sizes!  Steve White

Choosing a Humane Dog Training Program

Kids and Dogs

Safe and Sound - an interactive quiz game for children

Learn with Dogs - more interactive games for children

Safety Tips for Kids

Living with Kids and Dogs-  a parents resource treasure chest!  Colleen Pelar CPDT, CDBC

Safe Kids/Safe Dogs - printables for parents, teachers, trainers, breeders

Kids and Dogs- a common sense approach

Safety Zone- create a safety zone for your dog

Important Puppy Information

Puppy Socializing- American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior's position statement on puppy socialization

Before you Get your Puppy -  Dr. Ian Dunbars book, free to download

Critical Developmental Periods in Puppies

Sirius Puppy Behavior Blueprints

Everything You Wanted to Know About Puppies - but just forgot to ask!

Vaccinations vs. Socialization

Puppy Socialization Checklist

Pre-Puppy Preparation   Pat Miller

Puppies and Mouthing/Biting 

Submissive Urination

Nutrition

Whats in Pet Food?

The Dog Food Project

Raw Meaty Bones

BARF diet

Switching to Raw- book on switching to a raw diet

The Pet Food List

Premium Dog Food List-  info on the Pet Food Recalls, and general information on choosing foods/treats for your dog.

Additional Resources:

Animal Behavior Resources Institute- Articles and reviews, free videos, podcasts and more.

Patricia McConnell, PhD- books, DVD's, articles from Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Patricia McConnell

The Dog Star Daily- loads of articles, videos, links etc from Ian Dunbar and friends.

Beyond Cesar Millan- see what the REAL experts have to say about Cesar and his methods.