Tender, dynamic, and highly readable…
In “Tender Paws,” Sunshine presents a revolutionary dog training approach that leverages her child development expertise to build strong bonds between humans and their canine companions. Sunshine’s journey began with her first rescue puppy, who proved to be a challenging case for conventional training techniques. Utilizing principles she had learned while working with experts in child development, she was able to transform her relationship with her difficult pup. The book highlights parallels between human and canine behavior, attachment styles, trauma histories, and parenting techniques to develop a mindful approach to pet parenting, exploring how parenting strategies can address dog behavior issues and foster compassion and understanding. She advocates for a positive and empathetic approach to dog training, emphasizing understanding and addressing each dog’s individual needs. By treating them as autonomous beings with distinct needs and strengths, it promotes a personalized approach to training and care, fostering empathy, patience, and deeper connections between humans and their furry companions. The book also delves into emotional regulation and self-reflection, urging readers to be mindful of their emotional reactions and biases. Sunshine’s compassionate approach and emphasis on positive reinforcement make this book a must-have for every dog owner.
A heartfelt and insightful exploration of the human-dog relationship; absolutely mind-blowing.
Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationship with Dogs
Wendy Lyons Sunshine
Health Communications Inc
Pub date May 28, 2024
ISBN 978-0757324956
Price $12.99 Kindle, $15.26 Paperback
