Unlike other dog-care books, What Your Dog Wants focuses on you, the owner, rather than the dog, and encourages you to develop the seven key skills that will respond to your dog's needs. In so doing, it teaches you how to work together as a team, which is equally rewarding for both of you.Each chapter introduces a key skill and shows you how to build on the basics and develop them further. The difficulty level builds throughout each chapter, so you can see your skill base develop.By following the expert guidance in this practical book, you can build on your skills as an owner and learn how to make your dog friendly, happy, healthy and well behaved, making him a pleasure to own.