--- product_id: 110142323 title: "Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog Kindle Edition" brand: "linda p. case" price: "€ 19.72" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/110142323-dog-smart-evidence-based-training-with-the-science-dog-kindle store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog Kindle Edition **Brand:** linda p. case **Price:** € 19.72 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog Kindle Edition by linda p. case - **How much does it cost?** € 19.72 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/110142323-dog-smart-evidence-based-training-with-the-science-dog-kindle) ## Best For - linda p. case enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted linda p. case brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog Kindle Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61XsTACVyhL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars If You Love Dogs or Work with Those Who Love Dogs, You Need to Read This Book! *by D***N on Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2018* If You Love Dogs or Work with Those Who Love Dogs, You Need to Read This Book!What we know about the science of canine behavior and dog training is continually evolving. As such, every year I like to select a new book to recommend to my students, my staff, area veterinarians, and my colleagues that I feel will be the most beneficial to them and their dogs. This year I have chosen Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog by Linda P. Case.At the beginning of her book, Case states she has two primary objectives: “…to provide accurate summaries of some of the most important evidence regarding present day understanding of the dog’s history and domestication, behavior, social cognition, and learning process.” and “… to apply this information to practical dog training methods and to provide means for communicating this information and teaching these methods in ways that are both interesting and useful to all dog owners.” From both my perspective as a pet care professional and as a pet parent, I believe that Case has met her objectives admirably.Those of you familiar with my column and blog, Words, Woofs, and Meows, know that I am passionate about setting the record straight on the following; dominance, dog breeds, the importance of puppy socialization, and the unnecessary use of aversives for the training dogs. Case addresses all of these issues thoroughly. The idea that one must be dominant or the “Alpha” with their dog has probably done more damage to the human-dog relationship than any other piece of bad advice given by anyone about dogs. Case does an excellent job of getting into the scientific details about dominance. She clearly explains how dogs and wolves are related and how they are also very different. Case then goes on to discuss the scientific view of how the dog evolved and eventually became our companion. No discussion of that process would be complete without a review of how humans developed a seriously flawed theory called the “hierarchical model of pack behavior” which led to the false belief that we had to dominate our dogs and physically punish them to ensure we were always in control. Case uses science to explain how this model has been refuted and goes on to state “A parent-family model better describes wolf relationships in packs than does an outdated hierarchy model that focuses on strict social roles and conflict.” If you are a trainer and having difficulty explaining this to your clients, or a pet parent trying to explain this to other family members, you need to purchase and share this book.Other topics addressed by Case include:• Dog breeds and how they influence behavior. Anyone thinking of getting a dog should read this section before deciding which kind of dog they want as a companion.• The critical importance of adequate and appropriate puppy socialization and habituation. Case explains why early socialization is crucial to a puppy's development but adds a very important warning; if you do not do it right, you may create behavioral problems. Socialization is one of those issues that I find far too many alleged “dog experts” do not understand well. They are all perfect candidates for this book.• The emotional response to the use of aversives in training and why reward-based training free of pain, fear, and force is the only humane choice. Case notes that she has chosen “…reward-based training methods (aka positive reinforcement) as a training approach because: 1) It works well. 2) It has desirable emotional and relationship benefits for our dogs and for us and is not associated with causing pain, anxiety or stress in dogs. 3) We have evidence for 1 and 2.” As a pet care professional, I have found the biggest obstacle to helping my clients, and their dogs are often the erroneous beliefs they have acquired about dogs and their behavior from the internet, TV, friends, family, and sadly even ill-informed pet care professionals. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) acknowledged this as a serious problem in 2015 when they published their 2015 Canine and Feline Behavior Guidelines. Unfortunately, this document was not written for Jane and Joe Pet-Parent and does not offer the additional wise counsel found in Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog. Linda Case, thank you for filling that void! For those that want to know as much as possible, Case has also provided ample references to the scientific articles supporting her work.If you love your dog, or if you work with people that love their dogs, you owe it to them to read Dog Smart: Evidence-based Training with The Science Dog by Linda P. Case. It is the smart thing to do. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Have Book for Trainers and Pet Owners Alike! *by E***N on Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2018* With Dog Smart, author Linda Case has given the dog training world the book it has been waiting for. She has melded together hands-on training advice that has value for the pure beginner through the professional, the science that backs the methods she describes, and talking points to persuade the neighborhood skeptic.As if that weren’t enough, she shows how she has applied the principles herself, generously including the curricula for the classes she teaches at her own dog training center, AutumnGold.Linda’s style is readable and persuasive. She provides a unique blend of conversational explanations and strong science, with an “Evidence” section of peer-reviewed articles at the end of each chapter.Those familiar with Linda’s writing know that she typically takes a companion animal issue or controversy and walks the reader through pertinent scientific literature about it. She is expert at translating academic research papers for the non-specialist audience. But now she has given us a whole book, one that is desperately needed, that covers all the crucial aspects of training using classical conditioning and positive reinforcement.She teaches us the concepts, the timing, and the mechanics. But she also advises us how to navigate the waters of cultural assumptions, our own upbringing, our know-it-all neighbor, and most important, cognitive biases.The writing style is casual and pleasant, while still being precise. She jokes around. The book is well organized, persuasive, thorough, and above all, practical.Her knowledge of the scientific literature is staggering. Who else but Linda would include an explanation of the well-established research that indicates you will probably like and enjoy your dog more if you train using positive reinforcement? (It’s also well established that your dog will like you more!)Linda never loses sight of the fact that professional “dog trainers” are actually training people—the dogs’ owners—for a large percentage of the time. Her suggestions are eminently practical; her methods are easy to remember. She makes good use of mnemonics and sticky phrases to make the processes clear and memorable.And don’t think that the lighthearted sections about Joe, the neighbor who “knows a lot about dogs,” are just for laughs. At the end of each chapter, she gives talking points to respond to the inevitable misconceptions about positive reinforcement training and about dogs in general, addressed to the know-it-all neighbor. We all know this guy, right? But of course, these talking points are not just for “Joe.” Most of us still have a little Joe repeating dog mythology inside our heads. But now we can have Linda in our heads as well, calmly giving us good advice in that practical voice, and citing sources in case we need to convince the “Joes” of the world.Four paws and two thumbs up! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Very solid information for anyone who interacts with dogs *by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2019* This was a very readable book. I loved how Linda showed how to put the info to practical use. And using neighbor "Joe" in each chapter was another great way to really demonstrate using the presented information. While not much was new to me, what was really helpful was the ways to present the info to others. This will definitely be one that I re-read many times as I come across people with incorrect information about dogs - especially the dominance theory. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/110142323-dog-smart-evidence-based-training-with-the-science-dog-kindle](https://www.desertcart.be/products/110142323-dog-smart-evidence-based-training-with-the-science-dog-kindle) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-10-11*