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kona's touch Tips in New Dog Training Book
Laura Dorfman offers expert dog training advice in "Top Tips from Top Trainers: 1001 Practical Tips and Techniques for Successful Dog Care and Training," a new book by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Available March 1, the book includes some tips from kona's touch, such as teaching your dog a solid wait before car trips so that he won't escape when opening car or crate doors on the road or at rest stops.
Preorder your copy here >> Top Tips from Top Trainers

Multi International Organizations Speak Out Against Aversive Dog Training
Positive training is the preferred method by many industry organizations. Most notably, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) has taken a stand against dominance and recommends that veterinarians no longer refer clients to any trainer or behavior consultant who coach or advocate dominance hierarchy theory and the subsequent confrontational training the follows from it.

Position Statement on the Use of Dominance Theory in Behavior Modification of Animals, American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior
If You're Aggressive, Your Dog Will Be Too, Says Veterinary Study, Science Daily
Using 'Dominance' To Explain Dog Behavior Is Old Hat, Science Daily
Questions About 'Aversive' Training, Penn Current, University of Pennsylvania
Problems with Aversive Dog Training Techniques, Welfare in Dog Training

Pet Food Recalls
In response to the national pet food recall, we are dedicated to keeping our canine-loving clients informed.

January 2008 : photography exhibit
Laura Dorfman curates an exhibit at Heartwood center for body mind spirit, 1599 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL

July 2007: "Shelter Dogs Running" photography exhibit
Heartwood center for body mind spirit
1599 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL

June 2007: Mach Morsels from Dr. Julie Mayer
Introducing Mach Morsels (click for PDF) — canine sports nutrition designed by Dr. Julie Mayer of Integrative Pet Care, who was named one of Chicago's Best Vets by Chicago Magazine.

Other Resources

ASPCA: Animal Poison Control Center, 1-888-426-4435
ASPCA Adoption Center
Holistic Dog Care: Books, recordings, more