Nicholas H. Dodman

Presents real-life stories from the author's veterinary practice that illustrate the revolution in correcting and curing behavior problems in dogs through canine behaviorism techniques and drug therapy.

A collection of fourteen true stories by an animal behaviorist offers insight into animal psychotherapy and psychopharmacology that contends that animals have emotional structures as complex as humans.

Animal behaviorist Dodman draws on years of clinical experience to bring together the art--and science--of dog ownership. 42% percent of dog owners report problems managing their dogs' behavior. But as Dr. Dodman points out, almost every dog problem can be either treated or, better yet, prevented. Here, he offers what he calls "continuing education" for dogs and their owners. A comprehensive, seven-step approach takes on the whole dog--his health,...

A comprehensive, accessible, and humane guide to puppies from one of the world's premier veterinary schools. This whole-dog approach--a unique combination of training, behavior, and health care--is based on cutting-edge research and real day-to-day clinical experience. The faculty of the Tufts University Cummings School, led by the renowned animal behaviorist Nicholas Dodman, provides information on the health and behavior of puppie, covering everything...