When was How to Train a Dog created?

???? Historical Timeline of Dog Training

Ancient times: There were informal dog training for hunting, guarding, and companionship in ancient Egypt, Greece, and China.

1880s: Formal dog training became fashionable in Europe, especially among military and police dogs (e.g., German Shepherds in Germany).

1910s–1920s: Organized obedience trials and training clubs were established, particularly in the U.K. and U.S.

1940s: WWII made military dog training methods popular.

1960s–70s: More compassionate, reward-oriented methods came into practice, largely inspired by behavioral psychology.

1990s–Present: Clicker training and positive reinforcement became mainstream, moving away from dominance-based methods.