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Nationally syndicated radio host and pet expert
relates lessons learned from a life with dogs…
DOG TALK
Lessons Learned from a Life with Dogs
by Harrison Forbes
with Beth Adelman
'Harrison Forbes talks 'dog' fluently. As one of this country's
leading dog trainers and behaviorists, he truly understands canines
and can solve any doggy dilemmas in his unique, no-fuss style.
Whether he's importing and training German Shepherds for high
security police work or schooling Chihuahuas to cope with
apartment-style living, he has some great stories to tell. If you
love dogs, you'll love this book.'
--Sandy Robins, Pet lifestyle expert, author and regular pet
contributor to msnbc.com and DogCentral websites, Dog Fancy, Modern
Dog and the Popular Dog series
'In a compelling and engaging style, Harrison Forbes has recounted
experiences with dogs throughout his life. In doing so, he reminds
us of the extraordinary power of the human-animal bond and the
special relationship we have with dogs in modern American culture.'
--Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO, The Humane Society of the United
States
Renowned pet expert Harrison Forbes, host of the popular nationally
syndicated radio show, Pet Talk with Harrison Forbes,, has been a
dog trainer and behaviorist for over twenty years. A highly
sought-after expert on canine behavior, he has worked with many dogs
that presented special challenges—dogs with behavioral issues, those
damaged by traumatic experiences, and those that were poorly trained
in the past--and was able to transform them into treasured
companions and valuable working dogs. He has trained over 600 police
dogs for departments all over the country, and has also been a
trainer for several major motion pictures. Now, in DOG TALK: Lessons
Learned from a Life with Dogs, Forbes interweaves his own moving
personal story with invaluable practical advice that can be applied
to every dog—and every dog lover.
DOG TALK chronicles Forbes' life with dogs, from the first bond he
formed as a boy with a Belgian Tervuren named Sabina, to the story
of Lex, a police dog who attacked his owner's wife, and was redeemed
by Harrison's intense love and respect for the breed. As Forbes
shares each story about a dog he has known and trained, he offers
practical advice on how to understand and deal with whatever type of
dog the reader may have and shows how to create a strong
relationship with the dog based on fairness, trust, and mutual
respect. He offers his trademark insights into canine behavioral
problems, including:
- Energy management is the basis of behavior
management: unwanted or aggressive behavior is often the
result of pent-up, frustrated energy
- Dog behavior should always be taken in context; a
dog that is housetrained in its home isn't necessarily
so everywhere else
- Every dog's make-up is individual and distinct—a
combination of nature and nurture
- Non-verbal communication, structure and clearly
delineated limits, and the human-canine bond are basic
building blocks in a good relationship
- Reasonable expectations are key to an enjoyable pet
experience
DOG TALK is at times funny, irreverent, insightful, and touching,
and will deepen the reader's understanding of dog behavior. As a
result, the reader will be able to approach his or her own dog in a
fresh and motivated way to begin, improve, mend, or strengthen a
relationship that can last a lifetime.
About the Author:
Harrison Forbes has been a dog trainer and behaviorist for over 20
years and has trained over 600 police dogs for departments all over
the country. He is the host of 'Pet Talk,' a syndicated radio show
which is broadcast to millions of homes. He has appeared on numerous
talk shows, such as Live with Regis and Kelly and Larry King Live
and has been featured in Animal Fair magazine, Dog Fancy, and USA
Today. Harrison lives in Savannah, Tennessee with his family and
dogs.
More advance praise for DOG TALK:
'An anomaly of recent publishing is dog books written by writers who
don't know much about dogs and don't seem to like them all that
much. Mr. Forbes' book is happily different. Harrison Forbes is
modest about his own accomplishments but introduces us vividly to
the minds and spirits of some fascinating, extremely difficult dogs
(How many of us have a dog that has put 11 people in the hospital?).
Dog Talk is deeply and importantly about dogs and those humans who
understand and love them. I gladly pay Mr. Forbes the highest
compliment one dog man can pay another: I would trust him with my
dogs.'
--Donald McCraig, New York Times bestselling author of Nop's Trials,
Eminent Dogs, Dangerous Men and A Useful Dog
'Harrison Forbes is a treasure for the pet-loving public. He has the
combination of experience and intelligence that cuts to the essence
of those topics that matter.'
--Rolan Tripp, DVM, veterinary content consultant for Animal Planet
and Founder of animalbehavior.net
'Harrison Forbes is who I use for all my dog advice.'
--James Gandolfini, actor |
