We, dogs and other animals. Notes of a trainer

Before you is an updated and revised edition of the book "Dogs and Us: Notes of a Dog Trainer," in which the author and host of the program "Dialogues about Animals," candidate of biological sciences Ivan Zatevakhin answers a variety of questions posed by both novice and experienced dog owners. Which breed is right for you? How to play correctly with your pet? Is it possible to train them not to ruin furniture and chase after cats? What is aggression, and how to manage it? What to do to prevent dog fights? And finally, how to train a dog to effectively protect its owner? Ivan Zatevakhin is a long-time editor of the magazines "Friend" and "My Dog Friend," the creator of domestic competitions in protective service "Big (Russian) Ring," and a former professional dog trainer. He has gained extensive experience in understanding the behavior of our smaller brothers not only in training areas but also on film sets. He has had the opportunity to interact with the world's best specialists and participate in training sessions conducted for a variety of animals - from red wolves and foxes to monitor lizards, crocodiles, and sharks. The knowledge and skills he has accumulated are applied in dog training, and he shares his insights with readers.