Campbell, William E. Behavior Problems in Dogs. 2nd ed. Goleta, CA: American Veterinary, 1992.

Campbell, William E. Behavior Problems in Dogs. 3rd ed. Grants Pass, OR: BehavioRx® Systems, 1999.

Animal behavior expert Campbell explores both causes of and solutions for a wide range of canine behavior problems. The ideas presented frequently contain perspectives and insights not commonly found in other training manuals. Highly recommended both as a reference manual for specific problems and as an advanced guide to dog behavior.

Campbell, William E. Owner's Guide to Better Behavior in Dogs. 2nd ed. Loveland, CO: Alpine, 1995.

This title presents much of the same information as does Behavior Problems in Dogs. The first half of the book discusses canine behavior, and the second half discusses behavioral problems. Cartoons, symbols, and clear organization make this book easy to use. Recommended as an alternative to Behavior Problems in Dogs.

Dunbar, Ian. Dog Behavior: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet. New York: Howell, 1999.

Veterinarian and animal behaviorist, Ian Dunbar has written a beginner's level book on dog behavior. He explores both unseen facets of canine behavior, such as instinct, and visual behaviors, such as play. He focuses on behaviors that humans often define as misbehavior, such as digging and chewing. The main solution in preventing this misbehavior is through the socialization and training of puppies. Punishment has no place in Dunbar's methods, only reward-based training. The idea includes not punishing a dog for growling and not correcting a dog in the same way an alpha wolf might. Recommended.

Houpt, Katherine Albro. Domestic Animal Behavior for Veterinarians and Animal Scientists. 3rd ed. Ames, IA: Iowa State University, 1998.

While written for veterinarians, this book is not too difficult for pet owners to understand. Dogs, cats, pigs, horses, cattle, sheep, and goats are all discussed. The nine chapters cover such topics as communication, social structure, biological rhythms, and sexual behavior. Recommended for those readers with the patience to sort through the book to locate the information pertaining to dogs.