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The Other End of the Leash
- Why We Do What We Do Around Dogs
- Narrated by: Ellen Archer
- Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins
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The Other End of the Leash
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The Other End of the Leash shares a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs, focusing on our behavior in comparison with that of dogs. An applied animal behaviorist and dog trainer with more than 20 years of experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell looks at humans as just another interesting species, and muses about why we behave the way we do around our dogs, how dogs might interpret our behavior, and how to interact with our dogs in ways that bring out the best in our four-legged friends.
After all, although humans and dogs share a remarkable relationship that is unique in the animal world, we are still two entirely different species, each shaped by our individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (like wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation.
The Other End of the Leash demonstrates how even the slightest changes in your voice and the way you stand can help your dog understand what you want. Once you start to think about your own behavior from the perspective of your dog, you'll understand why much of what appears to be doggy disobedience is simply a case of miscommunication. Inside you will learn:
- How to use your voice so that your dog is more likely to do what you ask
- Why "getting dominance" over your dog is a bad idea
- Why "rough and tumble primate play" can lead to trouble - and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of trouble
- How dogs and humans share personality types - and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than "alpha-wannabes!"
In her own insightful, compelling style, Patricia McConnell combines wonderful true stories about people and dogs with a new, accessible scientific perspective on how they should behave around each other. This is a book that strives to help you make the most of life with your dog, and to prevent problems that might arise in that most rewarding of relationships.
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- Dagmar Hartmann
- 08-07-2021
Perfect for dog lovers
I was surprised how much I enjoyed this book! It was not a dry lecture as I kind of expected, but interesting and very informative. I learned a lot of things I didnt know, and others I were reminded of.
Very important was the excellent presentation by Ellen Archer. She made it fun and interesting to listen to. I will probably now nuy the printed version as well, so I can highlight and re read the most important parts for me.
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- Anonymous User
- 30-08-2019
Amazing book for owners and trainers
First of all, I take my hat off to the narrator, I don't think it could have been better, I really enjoyed how she uses her voice to convey all the different parts and situations.
This book is one I will recommend to every dog owner and any starting trainers like me. Too much in dogs is considered known intuitivelly, but its just us trying to explain dogs through a human filter. We centre our attention on canine behavior and little on primate. The author gives a great, enjoyable and easy to listen explanation on how these two behavior patterns interact and how to improve our relationship with our dogs by looking at ouselves and how it influences our canine friends.
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- Anonymous User
- 02-08-2019
The holy grail for every dog lover!
Outstanding book. Beautiful captures the essentials of a harmonious human / k9 relationship. I would highly this book to any animal sociology/psychology enthusiast. Cheers from Linda and her border collie Indie from New Zealand.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-02-2022
Incredible insight on our best friends
I really enjoyed this book. Great scientific information with practical explanations.
Worth reading. Highly recommend.
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- Anonymous User
- 20-02-2019
What an amazing book!
I absolutely loves this book. I love learning about dogs and I doing this book extremely informative and just so enjoyable. I would totally recommend it to anyone wanting to understand their dog a little better.
Having the book narrated by Ellen Archer was also very enjoyable. I’m so happy to have come across this book.
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- Lynda
- 05-02-2019
If you want a in-depth view about dogs
This is it I loved listening to this book as a pet sitter and dog walker I have also done a dog training course , I still learnt so much I think this is a must for anyone with a dog it gives you an easy to understand explanation of dogs and there behaviours.
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- Dragonfly
- 28-03-2018
An insightful book to be treasured by dog lovers
Wow! Patricia McConnell is a wealth of knowledge and a thoroughly entertaining author. I wish I had found her books sooner. The Audible version was excellent! Ellen Archer narrated the book perfectly!
I enjoyed this book so much I will also purchase the hard copy as I am sure it is a book I will want to refer to repeatedly. It was so good I didn't want it to end...
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- Anonymous User
- 09-04-2019
Amazing
The most informative and emotive book on understanding the nature and intelligence of dogs - beautifully narrated and a joy to listen to.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-02-2019
Conrad the Maremma
I have read Patricia's book in conjunction with doing basic dog training and this has facilitated Conrad's learning.
I was blown away with the practical advice and tips Patricia McConnell gave in this book. Her knowledge and innate judgment has enhanced both our lives. Instead of becoming frustrated I know now how to counter with good commands that are willingly complied with.
Bad habits like barking and 'play fight' have been sorted and best of all recall is improving week by week. Conrad is very stubborn but he is now changing into a joyful, dutiful hound.
A must read if you want to get into the psyche of your 'best friend'.
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- Anonymous User
- 18-06-2019
Best book ever
I absolutely loved it! So many wow moments, laughter, tears, smiles and head nods. Patricia is an inspiration and the way she writes is just perfect, so honest, humble and true.
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