This powerful memoir twines the lives of an extraordinary dog and an extraordinary woman. Their courageous, compelling story will profoundly deepen yourunderstanding of people and animals, fear and shame, love and listening.

An unflinching look at trauma and how one woman grows beyond it—beside a wondrous, troubled spark of a dog who needs her help and helps her know herself. Wisdom earned in the hardest places, dog and human, brings with it a caring message of hope. The Education of Will is riveting from the first page to the last.

“Patricia McConnell understands the behavior of dogs and their owners as Jane Goodall understands chimpanzees…”

“What you don’t know about your dog could fill a book. It’s called The Other End of the Leash.“

“Loved Trisha’s delivery, passion for her subject and ability to share her knowledge. Excellent!  She always delivers information in an interesting and entertaining way—love her!”

“I always leave Dr. McConnell’s sessions full of ideas and simultaneous distress. I like that—it’s a good way to leave my comfort zone.”

“The Puppy Primer and Family Friendly Dog Training books are great! They are informative and enjoyable reads, and we recommend them during all new puppy and new dog visits.”

“Choosing good information to help clients with their pet’s behavior is as easy as reaching for one of Patricia McConnell’s excellent books.”

“Brilliant… a perfect balance of science and soul.”