In her new book, 'Being a (Good) Dog in the Human's World,' Vivian Zottola explores the challenges dogs face in a human-centric society. She emphasizes the necessity of using positive, force-free training methods to establish a respectful relationship between dogs and humans. The book addresses the emotional lives of dogs and the crucial role of consent and mutual goals in training practices. By considering the perspectives of both dogs and humans, Zottola offers insights into helping dogs navigate their world while ensuring their well-being and happiness.
I wrote Being a (Good) Dog in the Human's World because, whether working with people and their dogs in a large group setting or one-on-one in the privacy of their homes, I kept encountering the same challenges.
It also requires that we allow dogs to be dogs and engage in dog-appropriate behaviors, despite what we might find off-putting, and always use positive, force-free techniques.
Achieving mutually agreed upon goals for all sorts of dogs is critical, especially for anxious or fearful dogs, as is following the nonhuman golden rule.
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