Manstopper!: Training a Canine Guardian

Name: Manstopper!: Training a Canine Guardian
Brand: Howell Book House
Price: 32.95 USD
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Rating: 4.3 (30 reviews)
ISBN: 9780876051443

by Joel M. McMains

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This very thorough book on training a protection dog builds from understanding protection work to training, being an agitator, evaluating temperament, and more. Safety is emphasized throughout. It is fun, exciting, compelling reading, even if protection work is not a goal but simply a fascination.

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Book details

Author: Joel McMains
Imprint: Howell Book House, an imprint of Turner Publishing Company
Published: February 1, 1998
Pages: 256
Formats: Hardcover
Subjects: Pets › Dogs › Breeds
Topics: protection dogs · dog training · guard dogs · working dogs · temperament evaluation · dog behavior · safety
ISBN-13: 9780876051443

About the author

JOEL M. McMAINS is a professional dog trainer with over 30 years of experience across training applications ranging from companion dogs to guard dogs. His recent books include Dog Training Projects for Young People, Kennels and Kenneling: A Guide for Hobbyists and Professionals and Advanced Obedience: Easier Than You Think.

McMains is an award-winning author for Howell Book House. His other titles include Dog Logic: Companion Obedience, Rapport-Based Training and Manstopper!: Training a Canine Guardian.

When not writing, McMains operates boarding kennels and provides obedience and protection-training services. He has also worked with local police and the 4-H organization in dog training, experience that informs his practical, application-focused books.

Joel lives in Sheridan, Wyoming.

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