References and Guides
There is not "one" correct way to raise and train a dog but several...it is important to read, research, and learn as much as possible.
The following is a starting point.


Basic Training and Theory


The Malinois by Jan Kaldenbach

How to Raise a Puppy You Can Live With by Clarice Rutherford & David H. Neil

The Art of Raising a Puppy by The Monks of New Skete

Another Piece of the Puzzle: Puppy Development by Pat Hastings & Erin Ann Rouse

Building Blocks for Performance by Bobbie Anderson

Bones Would Rain From the Sky: Deeping our Relationships with Dogs by Suzanne Clothier

Dog Training for Dummies by Jack Volhard & Wendy Volhard

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Positive Dog Training by Pamela Dennison

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend by The Monks of New Skete

The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller

Don't Shoot the Dog: The New Art of Teaching and Training by Karen Pryor

Dog Training My Way by Barbara Woodhouse

The Only Dog Training Book You'll Ever Need by Gerilyn J. Bielakiewicz

Ruff Love by Susan Garrett

Behaviour Booklets (Center for Applied Animal Behavior) by Ian Dunbar and Gwen Bohnenkamp

The Dog Listener by Jan Fennell

The Dog Whisperer by Paul Owens with Norma Eckroate

The Other End of the Leash by Patricia B. McConnell PhD.

On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals by Turid Rugaas

Take the Lead-Leadership Education for Anyone with a Dog by Terry Ryan

Why Does Your Dog Do That? by Goran Bergman

Competitive Obedience

Steppin' Up to Sucess with Terri Arnold-Book 1: Theory, Footwork, Handling, and Attention by Terri Arnold with Anne Paul

Steppin' Up to Sucess with Terri Arnold-Book 2: Novice by Terri Arnold with Anne Paul

Steppin' Up to Sucess with Terri Arnold-Book 3: Open and Utility by Terri Arnold with Anne Paul

Beyond Basic Dog Training by Diane L. Bauman

Tracking

The Koehler Method of Training Tracking Dogs by William R. Koehler

Tracking Dog theory & methods by Glen R. Johnson

Tracking From the Ground Up by Sandy Ganz & Susan Boyd

Agility

Peak Performance-Coaching the Canine Athlete by
M. Christine Zink D.V.M., PhD.

Jumping from A to Z-Teach your Dog to Soar by
M. Christine Zink D.V.M., PhD & Julie Daniels

Excelling at Dog Agility Book 1: Obstacle Training
by Jane Simmons-Moake

Excelling at Dog Agility Book 2: Sequence Training
by Jane Simmons-Moake

Excelling at Dog Agility Book 3: Advanced Skills Training by Jane Simmons-Moake

Herding

Herding Dogs: Progressive Training by Vergils Holland

Health and Nutrition

Feeding Your Dog For Life-The Real Facts About Proper Nutrition by Diane Morgan

Raw Dog Food by Carina Beth MacDonald

Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats-The Ultimate Diet by Kymythy R. Schultze C.C.N., A.H.I.

The Nature of Animal Healing-The Definitive Holistic Medicine Guide to Caring for your Dog and Cat by Martin Goldstein, D.V.M.

Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats by Richard H. Pitcairn, D.V.M., PH.D. & Susan Hubble Pitcairn

The BARF Diet by Dr. Ian Billinghurst

Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog by Wendy Volhard and Kerry Brown, D.V.M.

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