Kevin Salem (The Dog Prodigy) - Hidden Secrets Behind Dog Training: A Tell-All Book on Training, Dog Trainers, Group Classes, Dog Parks, Boot Camps, Pros & Cons of Many

HIDDEN SECRETS BEHIND

DOG TRAINING

A Game-Changer

in Dog Psychology

www.DogSecrets.com

Master Trainer and

Dog Psychologist

Kevin

The Dog Prodigy

Published by

10 Star Publishing,

Lincoln California

ISBN 978-0-9716480-1-2

Copyright 2012

by Kevin Salem

All Rights Reserved

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Notice to the Reader

Think about this: No matter how well you think you know someone, havent there been times when you wondered if you really knew them at all?

Now, if we cannot always predict much in human behavior, what makes you think anybody can do so when it comes to our dogs? Heres the cold hard fact: Every dog comes with his own set of strengths and weaknesses. To be precise, there will never be another dog like the one you own right now, and there will never be another dog like those youve had in the past. They truly all have a mind of their own.

Consider your dogs age, size, breed, physical strength, speed, temperament, previous experiences, day-to-day exposures, as well as your own attitude, lifestyle, physical limitations, training technique and overall expectations; only then youll know there is just NO WAY any expert, no matter how qualified or experienced they may be, can guarantee how your dog will behave or react in any given time.

Therefore, the publisher, the author, other dog professionals, and those who recommend this book, including but not limited to: dog trainers, dog training schools, veterinarians, animal hospitals, animal behaviorists, vet technicians, nurses, front desk receptionists, dog behavior specialists, canine consultants, dog behaviorists, dog psychologists, rescue organizations, no kill shelters, the ASPCA, breeders, doggie daycares, pet-sitters, dog walkers, dog groomers, dog communicators, pet shops, on-line pet stores, kennels, and any dog-related websites, web blogs, chat lines, and people who have hyper-linked to our website(s), along with ANY dog-related or non dog-related publications who have mentioned or recommended this book, shall NOT BE HELD LIABLE for any of the advice and information presented within.

Kevin Salem does not warrant or assume legal liability for the accuracy or usefulness of any information, apparatus, products or process disclosed. The author and 10 Star Publishing will not be held liable for damages arising from the use of (the enclosed) information and advice, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive and consequential damages, before, during or after any training session with your dog(s), presented herein. This also includes tips to seeking another professional based on this books recommendation. You must accept that you do so strictly in accordance with your own liability and that you accept any consequences with no liability to the author and the publisher. The information presented here is solely for educational purposes, entertainment and the encouragement of using your own common sense and reasonable expectations.

Now that weve got all the legal jargon out of the way, lets move on to the dogs.

SMART DOGS
DUMB TRAINERS

Just about every dog book, dog magazine, and thousands of dog-related websites preach that:

Never ever say "NO" to your dog.

Dont you dare correct him for anything. Ever!

If, you choose to reprimand himcompletely leave out his name.

Starve him first, and then give him treats left and right so he listens better.

Distract or even worse, IGNORE him when he misbehaves, and wait and wait, until you catch him doing something good on his own. Then praise him lavishly. (WOW. That sure makes a lot of sense.)

YEAY!!!!

Now Who's With Me???

Folks, Try That Waiting Game and You Are Going to Wait a

Realllllllyyyyyyyyy Loooooooong Tiiiiiiiime

before your doggie makes you proud on its own. Besides, do your kids play less video games on their own, text or tweet less on their own, clean up after themselves on their own, or behave politely on their own? How about you? Do your good habits come to you naturally or do the bad ones? Then how can you expect any different from an animal? Now, if that makes sense to you, I'll save you time and tell you that you are reading the wrong book.

Here's How You've Been Skillfully Brainwashed: You probably have already read a few books or tried an eight-week "pure positive training class. What's worse, the trainer looked you in the eye and promised that your dog WILL eventually listen to you anywhere, anytime, and WITHOUT any treats. (It's only eight weeks and hey, its even scientifically proven.)

Fast forward to today: Your dog graduated and got his doggie diploma from that class. Now be honest! Does he obey all the commands perfectly without those yummy treats? How about around other dogs, cats or your visitors? After all, it's unrealistic to expect you to carry mouth-watering treats with you for the rest of your life.

Hmm.. now don't get mad. Sit down. Take a deep breath and look at that cheesy diploma again.

Here's What I Don't Get:

How Can Something that is Backed by "Science," Go So Wrong???

I wrote this book

To Open Your Eyes

To Open Your Mind

To Motivate You

To Challenge You

To Make You Smile

To Make You Laugh

To Make You Think

and, Most Important of all, to Help You Succeed with Your Dog!

-The Dog Prodigy

Dedication

I dedicate this book to all true dog lovers around the world.

My dedication especially goes to those who volunteer at shelters, the ASPCA, veterinarian clinics, foster homes and all nonprofit organizations making a difference in the everyday lives of dogs. These dogs may come with cold noses, but they make up for it with their warm hearts and their unconditional love I and all the doggies thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

We all die.

The goal isn't to live forever; the goal is to create something that will.

--Chuck Palahniuk