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by Joel M. McMains (Author) "At a year old, Greta was a study in curiosity ..." (more)

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Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (21 Jan 1998)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0876051441
ISBN-13: 978-0876051443
Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.5 x 2 cm

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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This very thorough book on training a protection dog builds from understanding protection work to training, being an agitator, evaluating temperament, and more. Safety is emphasized throughout. It is fun, exciting, compelling reading, even if protection work is not a goal but simply a fascination.

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If you′ve ever thought about training your dog for protection work, or simply if the power and grace of a canine guardian fascinates you, Manstopper! leads you through the process, emphasizing safe handling practices every step of the way.

Joel McMains, a former police officer and a professional trainer, takes you inside the mind of trainer, agitator and dog, offering an exciting, compelling look at how a canine becomes a manstopper.

Praise for Joel McMains: Manstopper!: Training a Canine Guardian

"I could not put the book down. McMains describes the dogs′ instincts and drives as they pertain to training and behavior." —Dog Fancy, Connie Jankowski

"While reading his descriptions of why a dog does what he does, there were several times when I felt like smacking my forehead as the light bulb went on." —Good Dog!

"The author′s keen love and kindness towards dogs comes through on every page...offers a deeper understanding of how dogs think and learn." —K9 Capers Advanced Obedience: Easier Than You Think

"McMains′ emphasis is on training...for the dogs′ well–being and enhancing the human...dog bond.... Like all the best training books, Advanced Obedience informs readers about their dogs." —Dog World, Donald McCaig Kennels and Kenneling

"First rate. McMains′ book fascinates me. His anecdotes are wonderful." —Dog World, Donald McCaig.
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5.0 out of 5 stars August 23, 1999, 23 Aug 1999

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Manstopper: I am amazed once again at Joel McMains ability to teach and understand dog behavior. He explains the pros and cons of guard dog training. This book can clearly help you decide if guard training is what you want to do. I highly recommend this book to all K9 Officers and Schutzhund trainers. Even if you think there isn't anything left to learn, Joel will change your mind.

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5.0 out of 5 stars COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN!!!, 7 Feb 1999

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Manstopper provides a detailed and comprehensive guide on training a protection dog while emphasizing safety and addressing legal issues related to such a dog. Author McMains exceeds the stereotypical how-to book by explaining how trainers can appeal to inherent canine drives and instincts. He does this with a page-turning writing style that will have you reading far into the night. If the rating system allowed giving a book more than 5 stars, I would have. I believe time will prove Manstopper to be the definitive book on training a canine guardian. If you're thinking of protection training your dog or if the subject imply interests you, this book is a must-read. In fact, it's a gold mine for any owner who simply wants to better understand her pet.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A most thorough and captivating manual., 21 Jul 1998

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This is *the* book to buy if you have ever even *considered* protection training a dog. Not only is it interesting, credible, and informative, but McMains stresses safety and responsibility at every turn. I cannot wait to read more of his work.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I was unable to put the book down.
This book provides an informative approach in regards to protection training. There were several times when I would read and something would click about the training I have... Read more

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