The Learning Center | General Behavior & Health | Patricia McConnell

Here's the good news: It's fun to train your dog! Here's the bad news: You have to learn how. More good news: It's not hard to learn. . . and this is a great place to get started.

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Learn About Behavior & Health

If you're interested in canine cognition, communication, social systems & nutrition (plus a host of other topics!), look here to start seeing your dog in an entirely new light!

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Solving Behavior Problems

Here's help for dogs of every description, from cautious canines to feisty fidos. Click below for videos, articles, books and DVDs that will help you help your dog.

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Finding Resources

Links to other great websites & information on becoming a professional trainer or behaviorist, questions for your veterinarian, and everything in between!

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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

"Choosing good information to help clients with their pet's behavior is as easy as reaching for one of Patricia McConnell’s excellent books."

— Wayne Hunthausen, DVM, co-author of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat

"The Puppy Primer and Family Friendly Dog Training books are great! They are informative and enjoyable reads, and we recommend them during all new puppy and new dog visits."

— Victoria Hying, CVT Spring Green Animal Hospital, Spring Green, WI

"I always leave Dr. McConnell's sessions full of ideas and simultaneous distress. I like that--it's a good way to leave my comfort zone."

— Attendee at The Art and Science of Canine Behavior in Madison, WI

"Loved Trisha's delivery, passion for her subject and ability to share her knowledge. Excellent! She always delivers information in an interesting and entertaining way—love her!"

— Marcia Stevens, Attendee at The Art and Science of Canine Behavior in Madison, WI

"What you don't know about your dog could fill a book. It's called The Other End of the Leash."

— Colorado Daily

"Patricia McConnell understands the behavior of dogs and their owners as Jane Goodall understands chimpanzees..."

— Charles T. Snowden, Ph.D., Former President, Animal Behavior Society

LEARN ABOUT BEHAVIOR & HEALTH

Training Your Dog

Learn About Behavior & Health

Solving Behavior Problems

Finding Resources

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING