Lipstick and the Leash: Dog Training a Woman's Way

In this clear and accessible dog-training manual aimed at women, Gray-Nelson stresses that natural leadership is gained through careful control rather than aggression, debunks long-held myths about the use of force to gain dominance over dogs, and offers easy-to-follow instructions to help dog owners learn the power of positive reinforcement. After working with many female clients, Gray-Nelson%E2%80%94who has more than 20 years of dog-training experience%E2%80%94noticed recurring problems specific to female dog owners. In this guide, she focuses on those problems, provides behavioral explanations, and details a step-by-step process to help readers earn the love and obedience of their dog. The author's understanding of dogs and dog behavior is evident in her clear instructions%E2%80%94her manual shows women how to connect with their dogs in a way that might just improve their professional and human relationships as well.