by Mike Ritland
First published 2015
Mike Ritland draws from fifteen years training combat dogs to transform how pet owners work with their animals. The former Navy SEAL breaks down the science of earning canine trust and delivers practical steps for achieving superior obedience. Ritland shares battlefield stories and peacetime experiences to illustrate his methods. He adapts techniques from Navy SEAL training manuals to help owners select the right dog, establish leadership, master control systems, and develop tactical awareness. His military background provides a fresh perspective on building the human-dog partnership. Pet owners learn to think like team leaders rather than simple caretakers. The book promises to turn any household dog into a loyal companion through proven military principles.
Genres: animals, military-fiction, non-fiction
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: how-to, real-world-application
256 pages · Hardcover · G.P. Putnam's Sons