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Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend
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Below you'll find a wide selection of specialist titles on agility training, shows and general interest books for dog handlers. Add them to your club reference library or personal bookshelf. They make good bedtime reading and could provide that little 'extra' in the ring.

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Title

Description

£12.50
Training

Agility Fun The Hobday Way by Ruth Hobday
Volume I - Agility Training for Puppies
Pre-agility training for puppies for the puppy owners as well as the teacher of puppy classes. Information ranging from choosing a good agility prospect out of a litter of pups to informal training that should be done during the youngster's first six months of life. Contains detailed instructor's plans for conducting puppy agility training classes.

£12.50
Training

Agility Fun The Hobday Way by Ruth Hobday
Volume I I- Steps for Obstacle Training
Do-it-yourself manual for agility handlers and instructors. The first section concentrates on the agility equipment and how to teach a dog to negotiate obstacles safely and competently. The next details how to teach directional control and is followed by a section on how to organise an agility class. Concludes with eight lesson plans which include warm up exercises, helpful teaching hints and course plans.

£1.50
Shows

Agility Record Book published by The Kennel Club
The new Agility Record Book is a book for agility competitors to keep records of their dog's wins. Specifically it was designed to assist competitors in keeping a record of their progress to Advanced Class and Championship Classes, as this information will be required on entry forms for Championship Agility Classes in the future.

No review
available

Order direct from The Kennel Club

£19.99
Training

Agility Success by Angelica Steinker
For those people interested in learning more about 'The Zone' - that space one enters in competition where everything just flows.

£12.99
Humour

Agility Trials & Tribulations by Jim Liddle
A look at the lighter side of Agility! A hilarious cartoon book about the exciting sport of Agility by a master observer of behaviour - both human and canine.

£8.99
Training

Agility Tricks by Donna Dufour
Tricks, and the process of teaching them, can be great tools for enhancing agility training and performance. They encourage creativity, and because they are different, interesting, and fun, improve attention. Tricks keep dogs on their toes, never knowing what we might ask of them.

£6.00
Shows

All You Need to Know About Agility Shows by Lois Harris
A beginner's guide, either to help trainers prepare their pupils for competition, or for first time competitors, who feel they need a bit of extra help. Special discount for bulk orders.

Order direct from the author

£9.99
Dogs General

Dogs & Children by Barbara Sykes
An essential read for people with children or are thinking of having children and a dog by a well known and experienced dog trainer.

Order direct from author or the publisher

$25.95 + p&p
Training

Excelling at Dog Agility (Book 2) by Jane Simmons-Moake
A step-by-step guide to achieving the ultimate in teamwork with your dog.

Order direct from the author

$25.95 + p&p
Training

Excelling at Dog Agility (Book 3) by Jane Simmons-Moake
Advanced handling techniques for the dog and handler already competing.

Order direct from the author

$27.50
Dogs General

First Aid for Dogs by Andrew Gardiner BVM&S, Cert SAS, MRCVS
A 'vet's eye' view of first aid emergencies and all the common health problems and diseases of the dog. A comprehensive and practical guide which is an indispensable book for all dog owners, breeders, students and carers. (09/09/02)

Order direct from the author

£1.50
Shows Training

The Kennel Club Flyball & Agility Regulations - 1st July 2002
By popular demand the Kennel Club has introduced an alternative format for KC Regulations. As well as being included in the Year Book, this useful publication is now available as a personal organiser-size punched booklet.

No review
available

Order direct from The Kennel Club

£8.00

Shows

How to... Judge Agility by Peter Lewis
Everything you need to know about how to judge from what to wear to where to stand, agility obstacles and other games as well as some fascinating history of the sport.

Order direct from the author

£5.99
Training

How to Make... Garden Agility Obstacles by Peter Lewis
A simply explained construction guide, giving advice on how to build inexpensive agility obstacles for the back garden.

Order direct from the author

£19.95
Dogs General

How to Photograph Pets by Nick RIdley
A guide to show how even an amateur can achieve a stunning portrait and lasting memento of a treasured pet. Nick Ridley reveals the tricks of the trade and show that it is not necessarily top-grade equipment that makes a good photograph, but more the ability to 'see' a good picture.

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£7.99

Training

How to... Win at Agility by Peter Lewis
A training manual for competitive handlers and dogs to encourage better and faster control of your dog

Order direct from the author

£6.99

Training

How to... Teach Dogs Agility Obstacles by Peter Lewis
A manual will help you start training in a way that should avoid many of the pitfalls that many newcomers experience.

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£3.00 + sae
Training

How to Train Your Dog to Weave by Lesley Harpley
A useful little booklet explaining the main methods of training weaves as gleaned from numerous instructors and experienced handlers. All proceeds to go to Chiltern Dog Rescue Society.

£15.99
Training

Jumping from A-Z by Chris Zink & Julie Daniels
A comprehensive guide to canine jump training. Whether you train in agility, flyball or obedience - or all of them - this book is designed to teach you how to train your dog to jump safely and accurately, how to decrease your course time in agility and how to keep your canine athlete healthy into old age.

£6.00
Shows Training

The Kennel Club Year Book 2002/2003
THE rule book for competitors, show secretaries and managers, instructors and anyone interested in Agility in the UK, containing the Membership and Associates of The Kennel Club, a list of Breed Clubs and Societies with the Rules and Regulations

No review
available

Order direct from The Kennel Club

£6.99 (paperback)
Dogs General

Natural Nutrition for Dogs & Cats - The Ultimate Diet by Kymythy R. Schultze
All about how a species-appropriate diet of raw, natural foods can lead to an enhanced quality of life. You'll learn how to easily prepare a nutritious homemade meal which can help you dog develop a shiny coat, healthy skin and digestion, clean teeth, bright eyes - and also reduce flea problems and bad breath.

£4.99 (hardback)
Gift book

One Dog & His Man by Trevor Grove
A charming tale of a man and his best friend which combines two of the obsessions of the British public: dogs and celebrities. Illustrated by Posy Simmonds. A great gift book.

Available at all good bookshops

£10.00
Dogs General

Pets & Vets by Peter Van Dongen
The Vets and Pets series is finally available in book form! This is a compilation of previously published veterinary articles by vet Peter van Dongen. The articles have appeared in the Agility Eye and the Agility Voice, from June 1998, on a nearly monthly basis.

Order direct from author or see him at shows!

£8.99
Training

Ready Steady Click by Stephen King
An introduction to the scientific principles behind the process of learning, with an emphasis on practical solutions to behaviour problems such as encountered by dog owners, trainers, rescuers, boarding kennels and pet behaviour counsellors.

£12.00
Training

Ruff Love - A Relationship Building Program for You & Your Dog by Susan Garrett
Based on her years of experience working with dogs, the Ruff Love program is designed not only to help people dealing with 'problem' dogs, but to help agility, flyball, obedience, and other dog sport handlers build a better working relationship with their current competition dog or get their next puppy or rescue dog started out on the right paw. 96 pages. Discount for multiple purchases.

Order from Agility Books or Clean Run

£9.99
Training

Understanding & Handling Dog Aggression by Barbara Sykes
Barbara Sykes handles the very thorny subject of dog aggression with a common sense approach. She explains in plain English what aggression is, how to recognise it, how it develops and how to deal with it.

Order direct from the author or publisher

£9.99
Training Dogs General

Understanding & Training Puppies by Barbara Syke
A common sense approach to puppy management. It includes topics such as how to introduce a well balanced die and how to correct training by understanding your dog's?

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£14.99
Breed

Understanding Border Collies by Barbara Sykes
The versatile and intelligent Border Collie can be an excellent working dog, a rescue dog, family pet and a loyal friend. Want to know more?

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£3.99 (paperback)
Dogs General

Your Dog & The Law edited by Godfrey Sandys-Winsch
Booklet written to help not only dog owners but also others who may have cause to be involved with the law about dogs. It brings together concisely all the law pertaining to dogs and presenting that law in a readily understandable form.

Order direct from the Publisher

£6.00 plus 50p for p&p
Discount for 5+ copies
Shows Training

Your First Agility Show - A Survival Pack by Sally Rowe
A useful guide for first time competitors as well as seasoned competitors. Includes rules and regs, ring clip, bag of treats and some poo bags!

Order direct from author

£8.50 plus £1.00 for p&p
Shows Training

Your Secret Coach (new ed.) by Chris Smith
Unlock the power of your mind to fulfill your true potential in agility.

Order direct from author
or from Clean Run Publications LLC

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Favourite Book Survey

In April 2003 the BBC ran a campaign called The Big Read to find the UK's 100 favourite books. We invited everyone to submit the name of their favourite dog book along with a sentence or two on why they liked it - just like school, eh? The book could be fact or fiction, kiddie lit or picture book, any type as long as it was about dogs! The response was brilliant!

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