Beschrijving

In this I look at the basic natural behaviour of dogs and how stifling natural behaviours and instincts can lead to behavioural problems. I explore the way in which a lack of communication and understanding can form a basis for behavioural problems. I talk about the most commonly encountered problems and share experiences from case histories. I explain how to prevent or solve unwanted behaviour. Behavioural problems and unwanted behaviour are two different issues. A dog that barks to protect its territory (your back garden for example), does not have a behavioural problem, this is the natural instinctive behaviour of a normal dog. However in real life this can be a nuisance for owners and neighbours and the owners will want to stop their dog from barking. In this book I delve deeper into the origins of this behaviour, how to recognise behavioural patterns, the relationship between the dog and owner, between the dog and its surroundings, genetic causes, bad behaviour and possible solutions based on theoretical studies and actual case histories. I will also look at body language, behavioural testing and the work done with therapy animals. And I will add my holistic approach to it all.

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CONTENTS

Introduction

Part 1 About the author

• THE AUTHOR
• From Native American to a Holistic Animal Therapist
• My dogs
• WORKING HOLISTICALLY

Part 2 Dogs are the best friend of man

• the genetic material of the domesticated wolf
• Classification of breeds (BY the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and breed characteristics
• THE EVOLUTION OF THE PUPPY TO ADULTHOOD and THE IMPACTS OF THIS DEVELOPMENT ON THE FUTURE CONDUCT
• Dominance and pack behaviour as seen in dogs
• THE BASIS OF BEHAVIOR: EDUCATION and LEARNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
• Verbal and non-verbal communication and the misunderstandings in communication between humans and dogs
• How do dogs communicate?
• A DOG’S BRAIN
• DO DOGS HAVE SELF AWARENESS?
• THE BODY LANGUAGE OF THE DOG
• Emotions in animals
• DOG WISDOM; PSYCHIC ABILITY AND THE SIXTH SENSE IN DOGS
• Common errors of communication with dogs
• POSITIVE TRAINING METHODS AND HOW DOGS LEARN
• TOOLS, TRAINING RESOURCES AND INSTRUMENTS OF TORTURE
• The basic needs of the dog and the causes of behavioural problems
• PROBLEM BEHAVIOR OR UNWANTED BEHAVIOR
• THERAPY AND TRAINING TIPS when there are behavioural problems
• Practical tips for teaching a few useful exercises
• ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES FOR BEHAVIOURAL PROBLEMS
• CASTRATION AND STERILIZATION
• Behavioural Tests
• Examples of behaviour and FAQ
• ABUSE OF THE DOG: humanization …
• BEASTLY BEHAVIOUR
• What to look for when choosing a new dog
• A relationship with a dog
• Playing
• CHILDREN AND DOGS

Part 3 Your dog, your soul mate

• Your animal, your soul mate
• What my relationships with animals have taught me about myself and my relationships with other humans.
• What do I mean by ‘the dog as our Reflection?’
• Dogs and Zen
• What animals tell us
• Power Animals
• Dog Yoga – Doga
• How to have a better relationship with your dog
• Therapy and Assistance dogs ​​
• Misconceptions about (therapy) dogs
• Working with therapy dogs
• My personal experience with therapy animals
• My personal opinion regarding therapy animals
• Frequently asked questions about therapy and assistance dogs
• Interview with Rita Torfs – 23^rd April 2010
• Therapy: Nadir and Milo
• Telepathic communication with animals
• High sensitivity in humans and animals
• Your pet as a therapy animal, for yourself and others
• Your animal companion, your soul mate.
• Farewell to a friend

Part 4 A holistic approach

• REIKI, BIO MAGNETISM AND CHAKRAS (HEALING)
• BACH FLOWERS
• Physiotherapy (massage)
• ACUPUNCTURE, Shiatsu AND ACUPRESSURE (PRESSURE POINT)
• GEMSTONES AND COLOUR THERAPY
• HERBAL MEDICINE
• CHINESE MEDICINE
• AROMATHERAPY (ESSENTIAL OILS)
• THE HOROSCOPE of ANIMALS
• THE FOUR ELEMENTS OF NATURE
• HOMEOPATHY
• COMMON DISEASES IN DOGS AND  REMEDIES
• BEREAVEMENT

Postscript

Toscanzahoeve; holistic meeting, training, therapy and behavioural centre for people and animals.

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