Nicole Wilde

As a fan of Nicole Wilde's blog about dog behavior, I didn't expect "Hit by a Flying Wolf" to so closely echo my own experiences. How reassuring to learn that an expert has struggled with a dog as much as I have!

The first half of the book contains stories about four of the dogs Wilde has lived with, and the second half concerns wolf rescue. The first dog, a long-haired German shepherd, had the same fear of high-pitched noises that my dog Mia has. Mojo, her "soul dog," was the crossover dog show more who helped her learn that positive reinforcement training is more effective than using old-fashioned choke collars.

I have a special affinity for Bodhi, who came from a shelter and shared my dog Leo's penchant for doing things like "grabbing a trailing hand and chomping down, or jumping up in front of me and placing teeth around my arm, exerting a disturbing amount of pressure." Bodhi's story hit home the most for me, because it illustrates how much dedication is needed sometimes to get through to a troubled dog, and shows that it's worth it.

The color photographs in the ebook are a real highlight. I love being able to see the animals that have been described so vividly, and the images of the dogs and wolves are stunning.

I learned about the risks of keeping wolfdogs as pets from Ceiridwen Terrill's "Part Wild." Terrill's story was heartbreaking, but "Hit by a Flying Wolf" demonstrates how wolves and wolfdogs can be safely contained and cared for after living in a home hasn't worked out for them. Wilde's stories about the wolves are touching, suspenseful, and entertaining. show less

This is my first book on the business of dog training. Practical business related stuff, but lacks more stories that would have made it a better book. A bit dated (who has answering machines now?).

This is my first book on the business of dog training. Practical business related stuff, but lacks more stories that would have made it a better book. A bit dated (who has answering machines now?).