My new border collie pup that i got when 8 months old has gone from a nipping dog to a very placid and obedient dog, thanks to this lovely book. Yins gifts will keep on giving, improving the lives of animals and the humans that care for them. How to start your puppy off right by sophia yin condition is brand new. To those who are new to the concept of crate training, confinement in such a small space might seem like some. This is like no other puppy book youve seen before. Sophia yin books list of books by author sophia yin. There are small paragraphs but the rest is pictures. This is the only behavior training book i have ever come across that is actually interested, engaging, and works. I find this book so uniquely valuable, it will be front and center in. The small animal veterinary nerdbook low stress handling.
Low stress handling restraint and behavior modification of. This is not a book to sit back and work your way through begrudgingly. How to behave so your dog behaves by sophia yin goodreads. Marty becker, veterinary contributor to abc tvs good morning america i find this book so uniquely valuable, it will be front and center in my bookcase. Vets have four times the suicide rate of any other profession. Good for understanding the philosophy of positive reinforcement training. Whether you are interested in behavior or not, behavior is a part of every visit. Provide clients with printed postcards that send them to the free resources provided by dr. Her passion for animals and their proper handling and restraint led her to spend hundreds of hours on this project a new book and instructional dvd set focused on the most humane techniques that reduce stress for people and pets. Order free postcards, flyers, or brochures to give to your clients u. Sophia yin is an outstanding trainer who also develops innovative ideas for veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses as well. Lindell, vmd, dip acvb, veterinary behavior consultations, p. Yin approached wilson with the idea of selfpublishing her book the.
For an actual how to, a better book is dont shoot the dog by karen pryor. How to behave so your dog behaves, revised and updated 2nd. Yin started training, this is the type of advice she gave because it was all sheor anyone really knew. Sophia yin part i sharon j dunn october 6, 2011 at 2. I have used some of her techniques when working with guide dog puppies and their walkers, and would heartily agree that a good foundation, early on is critical. In my down time, i will look at the sections in this book relative to cases ive seen that day recent cases gets you bonus points because it shows youre looking deeper. This is the book that helps you understand why the other training approaches work or maybe dont work as the case may be. Buy a cheap copy of how to behave so your dog behaves book by sophia yin. Sophia yin february 5, 1966 september 28, 2014 in davis, california was a veterinarian, applied animal behaviorist, author and lecturer. Sarah flowers the past year has been chock full of so many wonderful things and december 2018 is no different. Sophia yins approach to dog training is a perfect meshing of the scientific theory and practical application. At that time, the choke chain or pinch collar, and a welltimed correction formed the cornerstone of dog training, and that dominance was the root of all behavior problems. This book will help you set your puppy on the path to being a polite, wellsocialized, happy companion in just one week. Low stress handling university the legacy of dr sophia yin.
She earned her masters focused on animal behavior in 2001 from uc davis. Yin offers a plan that incorporates critical socialization and training into a daily routine. If you are getting the book after you have your dog a while the methods will still work though there is old behaviours that will come out from time to time. Low stress handling, restraint and behavior modification.
The question remains, why is veterinary medicine so predisposed to suicide. Sophia yin, one of the worlds most respected and important veterinary behaviorists, committed suicide. How to behave so your dog behaves book by sophia yin. Techniques for developing patients who love their visits by sophia yin 2009, mixed media book, other at the best online prices at ebay. Training cats to love their carriers humane society of.
Sophia yin was a veterinarian, applied animal behavior consultant, publisher, and freelance writer. Perfect puppy in 7 days by sophia yin, 9780964151871. Sophia yin, dvm, 48, animal behaviorist animals 247. Discover book depositorys huge selection of sophia yin books online. This book provides a stepbystep, easytofollow training program of the basic skills your puppy needs to become a happy and wellmannered dog. I learned about sophia yin s low stress handling right after vet school and quickly became certified. Garret pachtinger are deeply upset about the growing concern of suicide in veterinary medicine. Here, kpa faculty member laura monaco torelli remembers dr. She is a 1993 graduate of the university of california at. This is the only behaviortraining book i have ever come across that is actually interested, engaging, and works.
Dr sophia yin, a 1993 graduate of the uc davis school of veterinary medicine, is the author of numerous books and dvds including low stress handling, restraint and behavior modification of dogs and cats. Widely popular california veterinarian and behaviorist sophia yin tragically committed suicide on sunday. See all books authored by sophia yin, including how to behave so your dog behaves, and perfect puppy in 7 days. Dr sophia yins classic book offers sound, practical advice for puppy owners who want to raise and train their puppy right. She was an internationally recognized pioneer in the field of animal behavior applied to pet training. Sophia yin uses some of the same training methods and even mention dunbar in her book. Shirley koshi died by suicide just a few days ago, we learned that dr. Sophia yin took her life the founders of vetgirl, dr. Sophia yin, author of the small animal veterinary nerdbook, is a veterinarian, applied animal behaviorist, author, and speaker. I would recommend this book to anyone who would like to have a better relationship with their dog. Youll find information fast, understand concepts easily, and finally see the big picture.
The news spread quickly on social media and stunned the training, behavior, veterinary and humane communities in which she was a leader. Dr sophia yin had a profound impact on the animal training and care community, including karen pryor academy kpa. Yin was a pioneer in the field of forcefree, positivereinforcement dog training. Sophia yin, dvm, ms, is a veterinarian, applied animal behaviorist, speaker and author of numerous scholarly articles and books about pets and their training. A service of cattledog publishing, the legacy of dr. A new understanding of canine origin, behavior and evolution sophia yins approach to dog. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. This is a brilliant book which will help both owners and dog trainers alike. Labrador today, and shes already pretty perfect got clicker association and comfort in the crate on the twohour drive home from the breeder. Sophia yin, a veterinarian and internationally recognized pioneer in the field of animal behavior as it relates to training pets, died sept. A renowned california veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and humane pettraining pioneer committed suicide sunday, authorities report.
Raymond coppinger, phd, professor of biology, hampshire college, author of dogs. Yin emphasized nonviolent dog training methods, citing research done at the university of pennsylvania showing that 41% of dogs respond aggressively when hit, kicked, or growled at, 38% respond aggressively when forced to release an item held in their mouths, and about 30% respond aggressively when forcibly rolled over or stared at. How to behave so your dog behaves takes a scientifically sound yet practical approach to explaining dog behavior and training theory, and then shows you how to. At school for the dogs, there is not a day that goes by that we dont reference one of her books or videos. How to behave so your dog behaves, revised and updated 2nd editon ebook. Yin lecturing and features lots of videos of puppy class and training lucy, especially in her remedial period. I learned about sophia yins low stress handling right after vet school and quickly became certified. Sophia yin is a name resting on my cohorts lips, as we stand out on the breezeway between lectures and talk of her suicide. In her final days, animal behavior pioneer sophia yin, dvm.
Would be great if you read the book and dedicated training your puppy. Sophia yin uses positive training methods, and her main bit of advice is not to give your puppy its food in a bowl instead, reward your pup for every desired. A brief message about her passing was posted on yins website and. Perfect puppy in 7 days, sophia yin shop online for. Ive heard great things about sophia yins perfect puppy in 7 days book and have acquired it. Place an order toenail trim postcard want to learn more about. Sophia yins book or dvd set titled low stress handling, restraint and behavior modifications for dogs and cats, visit the aaha store at.
On september 28, 2014, the world lost one of leading advocates for the humane treatment of animals when 48yearold sophia yin, dvm, ms, died at her home in davis, calif. Sophia yin, a veterinarian and applied animal behaviorist, had one primary goal in lifeto improve our understanding of animals and their behavior so that we can care for them and enjoy our time with them better. Not only is it small and light, it is an easy to search reference book that covers heaps of topics. I am having trouble using the puppys food for training. Yin was a veterinarian, animal behaviorist, author, and internationally renown expert on low stress handling. It would be hard to understate her contribution to the world of humane pet care.