Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pages: 190
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Trim: 6¼ x 9½
978-1-4422-1817-8 • Hardback • October 2012 • $52.00 • (£40.00)
978-1-4422-1818-5 • Paperback • July 2016 • $33.00 • (£25.00)
978-1-4422-1819-2 • eBook • October 2012 • $31.00 • (£25.00)
Lisa Tenzin-Dolma is a Canine Psychologist and the author of 14 books and over 500 published magazine articles. She is the director of The International School of Canine Psychology and the founder of The Dog Helpline. An active member of The Association of INTO Dogs, an organization for trainers and behaviorists who promote compassionate methods of working with dogs, Lisa is advisor to many rescue shelters. She works with all breeds of dogs, and specializes in rehabilitating rescue dogs. Lisa offers pet lovers three websites: Her personal website: www.tenzindolma.co.uk; The Dog Helpline: www.thedoghelpline.com; and The International School of Canine Psychology: www.theiscp.com.
Acknowledgements
Introduction
PART ONE: LISTENING TO THE HEARTBEAT
1: Your Dog’s Mind
2: Instincts and Senses
3: Body Language and Communication
4: How Your Dog Reads You
5: What’s Your Dog Telling You?
6: Who is Training Whom?
PART TWO: WHEN TWO HEARTS BEAT AS ONE
7: The Sympatico Method Versus Dominance
8: Bringing Home Your New Dog: Getting it Right from the Sta
9: Training, Recall and Those All-Important Manners
10: Barking, Chewing, Growling and Other Issues
11: The Games People (and Dogs) Play
PART THREE: A MEETING OF HEARTS. SUCCESS STORIES
Hector: Barking Through the Night
Joey: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Saffy: Early morning Barking
Cindy: Depression Over New Baby
Snowy: Disruptive Behavior
Emmy: Fear-aggression
Beauty: Separation Anxiety
Toby: Food-guarding and Dog-aggression
Freddy: Jumping Up and Mouthing
Bear: Settling In and House-Training
Lindy: Incessant Barking
Orla: From Cruelty to Compassion
Shep: Agoraphobia
Bibliography
About the Author
Endnotes
Authoritative, yet sensitive and personal, this wonderful book is indispensable for all who seek to know their dogs, and revelatory for those of us who think we already do. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Bel Mooney, columnist and author of A Small Dog Saved my Life
Lisa Tenzin-Dolma offers a refreshing alternative to harsh dominance-based dog training methods. It is based on teaching the dog to trust his owner and to choose to cooperate rather than forcing or coercing the dog to obey commands. The inclusion of interesting facts about the way dogs think and illustrative case histories gives the reader much more than just useful training methods. A definite paws up book. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Stanley Coren, PhD, FRSC, professor of psychology and author of many books including Born to Bark and How to Speak Dog
If you’re committed to taking the relationship with your dog to the next level, The Heartbeat at Your Feet is a must read. Lisa Tenzin-Dolma gives you access to the canine brain. Finally, we’ve been given the opportunity to understand a dog’s behavior from their own perspective – incredibly empowering! (Previous Edition Praise)
— Cheri Lucas, executive director Training Cesar's Way, dog behaviorist National Geographic's Leader of the Pack, dog trainer National Geographic Wild's Dog Whisperer, founder & director Second Chance at Love Humane Society
The Heartbeat at Your Feet is a heart-warming book. Following her case studies and Sympatico approach, Lisa Tenzin-Dolma's gentle nature shines through in her writing, demonstrating the magic of being kind, patient but firm. Her approach will bring out the best in all who read this book.
(Previous Edition Praise)
— Theo Stewart, chair of The Association of INTO Dogs
The Heartbeat at Your Feet combines Lisa Tenzin-Dolma’s gentle, compassionate writing with science, stories and practical advice for anyone who strives to understand and improve the relationship with their dog. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Sue Bosworth, secretary of The Association of INTO Dogs
I LOVE this book! I’m summoned all over the world by panicked dog owners who want to learn how to control the dogs who love them. How can we dominate our spiritual teachers? I tell my students that when they give their dogs what they want, the dogs will be more willing to give the humans what they want, not because the dogs have to, but because they love you and want to please you. But in order to build these mutually collaborative relationships with dogs, it’s essential to have an understanding of dogs as a species, their natural behaviors, and how their psyches work. No one has a better understanding of your dog’s mind than Lisa Tenzin-Dolma. Lisa has created a manual that all dog lovers should read. The Heartbeat at Your Feet is a treasure trove of intelligent insightful tips about how to train your dog. Lisa teaches us loving, enlightened methods that can ensure a lifetime of confidence, clarity, peace, happiness, and cooperation for you and your beloved dog. I give this book Four Paws Up! (Previous Edition Praise)
— Amelia Kinkade, author; Straight From the Horse’s Mouth: How to Talk to Animals and Get Answers, and The Language of Miracles: A Celebrated Psychic Teaches You to Talk to Animals
We need more sensible and up to date books like Lisa Tenzin-Dolma's that help to encourage people to move away from some of the many out-dated and unkind methods and techniques that have been employed for far too long. This book helps to dispel some of the many myths in regard to our domestic dogs so that dogs and people can enjoy a healthier and harmonious relationship based on trust, mutual respect and care. The Heartbeat At Your Feet explains clearly how positive, reward-based methods along with an understanding of the domestic dog works extremely well in training dogs. The many case histories are simply and concisely explained with some heart warming and very positive results. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Winkie Spiers, dog trainer & behaviour consultant, human & canine bowen therapist, author and speaker, member APDT, PDTE, Association of INTOdogs & BTPA
As a Veterinarian, The Heartbeat at Your Feet is a fresh approach to understanding dogs' minds and addressing a multitude of behavioral issues encountered by dog owners and veterinarians. The insightful use of case studies, and Lisa's personal experiences with her own dogs, is a practical approach highlighting the success of Sympatico methods which verifies the use of positive training to overcome even serious behavioral problems. This is an invaluable guide for all those who have ever struggled to understand or alter their dog’s behavior. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Amelia Welham, veterinary surgeon and Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
This book is a warm and very readable exploration of the relationship between people and dogs. It's packed with practical advice on using positive training methods and brought to life through the examples and case studies. I read it in one sitting - but will also be keeping it on my shelf to refer back to! (Previous Edition Praise)
— Fiona Chalk, trustee of Oldies Club dog rescue charity
The Heartbeat at Your Feet offers a fascinating look at the interactions between dogs and humans, and how we might treat our canine companions with kindness and understanding. Through intriguing case histories of various dogs, Tenzin-Dolma shines a light into their world, revealing the complexity of their wants and needs, indicating how to tell which are ‘introverts’ and which are ‘extroverts,’ and showing ways of handling each type. Interesting not just for dog owners, but also for anyone who has wondered about the inner lives of our furry friends. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Paul Halpern, Ph.D., author of Edge of the Universe: A Voyage to the Cosmic Horizon and Beyond
Excellent book offering great advice on day to day living with your dogs. This book is beautifully written and is such an absorbing read. It offers a wealth of education about living and communicating harmoniously with your four legged friend. Due to this it is a must read book for any dog owner needing a simple step by step guide for owning a dog. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Jason Devereux, dog behaviorist, Simply Dog Behaviour
I so enjoyed reading The Heartbeat at Your Feet. Regardless of my experience as an Assistance Dog Trainer, I have to say I have learned so much from this super book. It is an easy read, and flows naturally from one topic to the next. It is up to date with the latest findings too. (Previous Edition Praise)
— Debby Lovell, guide dog trainer