Dog Talk

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Welcomed into millions of homes, nationally syndicated talk show host and TV pet expert Harrison Forbes has been a dog trainer for over 20 years. In his first book, he interweaves his moving personal story with invaluable practical advice that applies to every dog - and every dog lover.Dog Talk chronicles Harrison Forbes life with dogs, from the first bond he formed as a boy with a Belgian Tervuren named Sabina, to the story of Lex, a police dog who attacked his owner's wife, and was redeemed by Harrison's intense love and respect for the breed. Forbes also offers practical aspects of understanding and dealing with whatever type of dog the reader may have. In Dog Talk, the pet owner will find fascinating insights into behavioural problems, as each chapter addresses a different situation or issue.Dog Talk is at times funny, irreverent, insightful, and touching, and it will deepen the reader's understanding of dog behaviour and as a result will enable him to approach his own dog in a fresh and motivated way to begin, improve, mend, or strengthen a relationship that can last a lifetime.

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"I gladly pay Mr. Forbes the highest compliment one dog man can pay another: I would trust him with my dogs." - Donald McCaig, author of NOP'S TRIALS "In a compelling and engaging style, Harrison Forbes has recounted experiences with dogs throught his life. In doing so, he reminds us of the extraordinary power of the human animal bond and the special relationship we have with dogs in modern American culture." - Wayne Pacelle, President and CEO, The Humane Society of the United States"

Author Bio

Harrison Forbes has been a dog trainer and behaviourist for over 20 years and has trained over 600 police dogs for departments all over the country. He is the co-host (with Kerri Kasem) of Pet Talk, a syndicated radio show which is broadcast to millions of US homes. Harrison's down-to-earth, sage advice has been featured in Animal Fair Magazine, Dog Fancy, CBS Nashville, and USA Today. He is a highly sought-after expert and has been a trainer for such major motion pictures as John Grisham's Rainmaker, directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Harrison lives in Nashville, Tennessee with his family and dogs.