Among the corn and wheat fields of Nebraska is where protagonist Zak Taylor has started a successful bookie operation. Patrick Spencer brings this imaginary story to life by following Zak and his growing practice from High School to College, where he finds love in Governor Tony Villotta's daughter. Zak's Practice interlaces Zak Taylor's life with Governor Villotta's life and the Governor's three Mafioso brothers' lives. The three brothers were sent to the heartland to run a leg of their Chicago family business, which comprises of money laundering and bookie operations. Nebraska Attorney General Andrew Rison, a man with Governorship plans himself, gets the FBI involved into investigating Governor Villotta and his brothers. When Zak's Practice and the three Villotta brothers team up to put on a Final Four Tournament pool, the FBI and Attorney General Rison comes knocking. The Villotta brothers escape, but Zak does not.

A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!

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A compassionate, modern, science-based approach to help you (and your dog!) with common training problems “Zak George takes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page.”—Dr. John Ciribassi, DVM, DACVB, coeditor of Decoding Your Dog Celebrity dog trainer and YouTube star Zak George creates the most watched dog training content in the world and has helped millions of people with their dogs. In this problem-based guide, he makes it easy to look up and solve the exact behavioral issue that you're struggling with—whether you’re dealing with a new puppy, an adult dog you’ve had for years, or a recently adopted rescue. He also helps you prevent many of these problems from becoming established in the first place. Packed with case studies and examples from Zak’s videos so you can see his dog and puppy training tactics in action, this book contains step-by-step instructions for dealing with: • Chewing • Jumping up • Barking • Play biting • Begging • Not listening • Thunderstorm phobia • Separation anxiety • Aggression • And much more! Delving deeply into why dogs do what they do and how to work through any problems that might arise, Zak proves that it's never too late to correct behavioral issues.

A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 It’s important to remember that choosing a dog is a huge commitment, and one that can last for fifteen years or more. It’s crucial to do your homework. Too many people decide to get a dog on a whim, and they wind up having to give their pet away after they realize they just can’t handle the responsibility. #2 If you work a lot, don’t get a dog. Dogs require mental and physical stimulation, and you can’t expect good results if you cut corners and only give your dog a moderate amount of exercise. #3 It’s important to set your expectations: Your new dog will make mistakes and do things you’re not happy about. You must be willing to accept that this is all normal and remember there is a light at the end of the tunnel. #4 The costs of taking care of a dog can vary greatly depending on the size and age of your dog, his grooming needs, where you live, and personal choice. They can range from about $1,000 a year to ten times that.