Problem behavior in dogs (Bad habits in dogs).

The Dog Who Loved Too Much: Tales, Treatments, and the Psychology of Dogs by Nicholas H. Dodman
Paperback: 272 pages. Publisher: Bantam ; (April 1, 1997)
The 14 chapters in this book relate actual cases from the author's, a veterinarian, clinical practice. The explanations are clear and cut to the core of each problem. Part 1 deals with types of aggression: dominance, rage, territorial/fear, dog vs. dog, and dog versus baby. Part 2 discusses the fear of thunderstorms, inanimate objects, and separation, particularly geriatric separation anxiety. The final section deals with compulsive behaviors, hallucinations, lick granuloma, and house-soiling. A summary table follows each chapter, highlighting the key symptoms and treatments for the condition discussed. more information:

Handbook of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat
by Gary Landsberg, Wayne Hunthausen, Lowell Ackerman
Paperback: 728 pages Publisher: W.B. Saunders Company; 2nd Bk&Cdr edition (August 28, 2003)
The authors aim to provide veterinarians with tools to help owners concerned about their pets' behavior. The second edition adds chapters on a team approach to behavior counseling and on pain assessment and management. more information:

I Love My Dog, But...: : The Ultimate Guide To Managing Your Dog's Misbehavior
by Joy Tiz
Paperback: 224 pages. Publisher: Quill; (September 7, 1999)
This comprehensive guide to dog training covers every imaginable situation, allowing you to see right through your "difficult" dog's behavior and help him learn how to behave in a way that pleases you. more information:

Stress in Dogs
by Martina Scholz; Clarissa von Reinhardt
Perfect Paperback: 137 pages
Publisher: Dogwise Publishing; 1st edition (December 1, 2006)
Research shows that as with humans, many behavioral problems in dogs are stress-related. Learn how to recognize when your dog is stressed, what factors cause stress in dogs, and strategies you can utilize in training and in your daily life with your dog to reduce stress.
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See also: canine separation anxiety, shyness, fearfullness and excessive barking

25 Stupid Mistakes Dog Owners Make
by Janine Adams
Hardcover: 208 pages. Publisher: Gramercy Books; (May 1, 2003)
Based on expert advice, experiences of other dog enthusiasts, and the latest training techniques, this book identifies the most common reasons why dogs and their human counterparts don't see eye to eye. The author provides practical solutions for everyday problems and includes guidelines on how to choose the right dog for your lifestyle, manage bad behavior, and ensure your dog's physical and emotional well-being. more information:

Overcoming Dog Problems: Practical Guidelines, Remedies, and Treatments by Silvia Hartmann-Kent
Spiral-bound: 132 pages. Publisher: Howln Moon Press; 2nd ed. (June 1, 1999)
This book offers strategies and solutions for dealing with the emotional and physical aspects of dealing with behavior problems in dogs. Topics include: problem solving step-by-step, house training, separation anxiety, overcoming aggression, working with the rescued dog, and how to go about getting more help. more information

Problem behavior in dogs include separation anxiety, shyness, fearfullness, aggression, excessive barking, excessive attention seeking, destructive behavior, etc.

Cesar's Way : The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems
by Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
Hardcover: 320 pages Publisher: Harmony (April 4, 2006)
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