Advanced Schutzhund
"Ivan's training comes from the heart, for the dog. He has certainly enhanced my view of training and has taught me many valuable, yet simple techniques to achieve the most from my dogs and myself." --Mary A. Allen, World Championship Competitor, USA Apprentice Judge, USA New England Regional Director
"Ivan Balabanov is among the few top trainers in the country who truly understands dog behavior and drives. He is highly respected by the best Schutzhund competitors, trainers and coaches in the country." --Glenn Stephenson, United Schutzhund Clubs of America Judge, International competitor
Training methods for the top competitor. Advanced Schutzhund takes a problem-solving approach to Level III work that will help competitors bring their dogs to the highest level. Tracking, obedience and protection are dealt with individually, analyzing specific problems that crop up in each skill and offering step-by-step solutions. The approach uses operant conditioning techniques that steer clear of compulsion methods and build a dog's confidence, courage and problem-solving ability. You'll also find tips on how to compete at the National and World levels, including traveling with your dog.
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Book details
- Author
- Ivan Balabanov, Karen Duet
- Imprint
- Howell Book House, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Pages
- 232
- Formats
- Hardcover
- Subjects
- Pets › Dogs › Breeds
- ISBN-13
- 9780876057308
About the author
IVAN BALABANOV is a two-time World Champion and fourteen-time national competition winner in IGP (Schutzhund) dog sport, and the co-author of Advanced Schutzhund with Karen Duet.
Balabanov is the founder and president of the American Working Malinois Association, an FCI International licensed working judge, and the creator of the Training Without Conflict™ training system. He previously served as head of dog training at the San Francisco SPCA and founded the SF/SPCA Dog Trainers Academy.
When not writing, Balabanov runs Ot Vitosha Malinois kennel and continues to compete and breed dogs professionally. His work in IGP sport and his Training Without Conflict™ system reflect a career built on applied canine training at the highest competitive levels.
Ivan lives in Plant City, Florida.