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If Only They Could Speak [Paperback]

Nicholas Dodman (Author)
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Publication Date: Jun 24 2003
Euthanasia was once the only way to deal with pet who was untrainable or unresponsive to human commands. Nicholas Dodman began studying the pyschological maladies that afflict pets, believing that anaimal psychopharmacology could yield results as promising as those experienced by humans. In this book, he presents 14 true stories from his practice, revealing that the emotional problems of animals are often as complex and treatable as those of humans. With humour and an understanding of how animals think and feel, Dodman explores how separation anxiety, jealousy, fear and death affect animals.

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The countless joys and rewards as well as the frustrations and failures of pet ownership are explored by an author who examines the complexities of the human-animal dynamic from both points of view. From the dog who is more apt to chew his master's slippers than fetch them, to the cat who would rather pounce than purr, determining why even the most loyal and lovable pets display inappropriate behavior is the goal of renowned animal behaviorist Dodman, a proponent of behavior modification based upon a thorough understanding of an animal's inherent personality traits and species characteristics. Sharing case histories culled from his extensive caseload of distraught pet owners desperate to discover the cause of their pet's perplexing actions, Dodson advocates strategies ranging from dietary changes to pharmaceutical remedies. Carol Haggas
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"A truly landmark book...an immensely pleasurable read. If you're an animal lover and you want to be entertained, and need to be educaed, read this book."
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5.0 out of 5 stars For the Dog and Cat Lover July 12 2009
By JJ
Format:Paperback
If you'd be interested in knowing about owners with problematic pets, and how a wonderfully insightful vet tries to help solve their issues, this book is for you. I thought it would be about dogs only (as the author's other book I'd read, The Cat who Cried for Help, is dedicated to cats) but about half of the stories in the book are about cats. No matter, it is all engaging and an enjoyable read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars James Herriott Returns Aug 2 2003
By Delynn M. Siemsen
Format:Paperback
I picked this book up on a whim, since I own two neurotic miniature Dachshunds. I was captivated from the first paragraph of the preface. Dr. Dodman writes eloquently, with wit, compassion, and common sense about the pitfalls we fallible humans fall into when it comes to interacting with our beloved pets. Most importantly for me was the reassurance it gave that there are millions of dedicated animal-lovers who know that animals are not "just pets." They have feelings and emotional needs, too. Thank you, Dr. Dodman, for a wonderful read, and a confirmation that there lots of cherished doggies out there!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Treasure--Required Reading For All Pet Owners!! Jan 21 2003
By Geri LaJoie
Format:Hardcover
This book should be required reading for anyone contemplating getting a pet of any kind, and even those who have had pets all their lives will learn much from this latest treasure from Dr. Dodman. No one comes close to having his depth of understanding of animal behavior, and most especially, of how it is profoundly affected by the relationship of animals with humans. The beautifully-told stories in this book, at turns inspirational and heart-wrenching, will cause much reflection in readers. I thought I already understood how my feelings and behavior could affect my pets, because, after reading Dr. Dodman's book "The Cat Who Cried for Help" I sought him out to solve what other vets had written off as an impossible situation between my two cats. Dr. D. with endless patience never gave up on my cats--or on me!--and his compassionate understanding resulted in a happy ending for Peri, Dax & me. But in reading this book, I learned much about my own behavior that I could see created and contributed to perpetuating the problem (Dr. Dodman, the soul of kindness, very nicely didn't point it out at the time!)So, if you care about animals, have animals, or are contemplating getting animals, get this book today--it will make a world of difference to them, and to you. (Thanks again, Dr. D.!!!)
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