The book provides valuable insights into positive dog training but has received mixed reviews on specific techniques and overall content effectiveness.
Emphasizes positive reinforcement methods
Some readers felt the book lacked detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Tip: additional resources might be needed to supplement the guide.
Some reviewers found the book more like a short story and not detailed enough.
"Victoria takes real world examples and explains why the dogs are doing it and offers methods to get them to stop/alter the behavior. She explains why choke chains and prong collars are aversive and how the dog will begin to associate the environment, other dogs, kids, and so on with pain and thus p..."
"This is written more like a short story. I wanted a more instructional book."
If you're interested in positive reinforcement training methods, this book offers valuable insights. However, be prepared for mixed opinions on the depth of instruction and the author's controversial views.