Try as they might, dogs don't speak or understand English. And yet, many people communicate with their canine friends as if they did, and get frustrated when the dogs don't get it. In this innovative work on interspecies communication, dog trainer Cheryl S. Smith, author of several other respected training guides, explains how to get through conversational barriers by being more aware of conveying meaning through body language, hand signals, touch, and even telepathy. Since communication is a two-way street, she explains how to understand what your dog is saying, too. And special consideration is given to the communication styles and needs of various breeds. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.