The bond between you and your dog can be strengthen through training together. Bielakiewicz shows you how to introduce new skills the right way. You'll learn to teach your dog simple commands, and control problem behaviors such as excessive barking or jumping.

"Contains material adapted from The everything dog training and tricks book, 2nd edition"--Title page verso.

Introduction -- Why teach tricks? -- What's your dog like? -- Clicker training -- Dog training basics -- Kindergarten tricks -- Retrieving tricks -- Show-off tricks -- Techniques and tools for problem solving -- A word about punishment -- Training a more desirable behavior -- Barking problems and solutions -- Fears and phobias -- Housebreaking 101 -- Pulling on the leash -- Lunging and on-leash aggression -- Running away -- Jumping on people -- Dogs who dig -- Special concerns for puppies and families.