Dog Behavior: Understanding Your Favorite Friend
My favorite book on dog behavior is The Other End of the Leash by Patricia B. McConnell.
Patricia McConnell explains the difference between primate and canine behavior and how the different ways we communicate can confuse the other. Reading this book helped me to understand what I was doing to confuse my dogs. I guess I never thought that we were speaking two different languages. It makes sense, though, if you think about it. Dogs are much less vocal than we are and use their body language more often.
After reading this book, my relationship with our dogs has only grown closer and less frustrating. I pay more attention to my body languange when addressing them and I find they understand my message quicker. If you wish to increase the communication between you and your canine friend, don’t hesitate to read this book…you won’t regret it and you’re dogs will thank you for it.
