The latest from Patricia McConnell and Karen London, this book should be attached to the collar of every newly adopted dog, five months and older! So here you are, right next to a new dog who just entered the house, and whose life history you know little or nothing about. Now what? How do you welcome an adult or adolescent dog into your home and incorporate this new individual into your family? This booklet is designed to help you ease the transition from "new dog " to " family member" by guiding you through the first steps of this new relationship. Love Has No Age Limit includes information on what to do as you enter the house, how to handle the first few days, what to do and what not to do as you get to know each other, and tips on everything from the car ride home to the first vet visit. It includes advice on training and a section on solving common behavioral problems to helps prevent the most frequent dilemmas that people encounter when adopting a new dog.
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"If you are considering adopting a dog from a shelter then 'Love Has No Age Limit' will be your perfect companion. Packed with great information, this book will make the transition period from shelter to home a lot easier for you and your dog. For shelters, 'Love Has No Age Limit' will give adopters a unique support system, thereby increasing the rate of successful adoptions by helping to keep dogs in their new homes." Victoria Stilwell, Animal Planet's It's Me or the Dog "They say, you can't judge a book by its cover but as soon as I saw the dear old dog on the cover of Patricia McConnell and Karen London's Love Has No Age Limit, I just knew I would love the book. And I do. Yet another outrageous success by Patricia and Karen. I have always been a champion of adopting adult dogs and this book is most certainly a valuable resource for anyone welcoming an adult dog into their home. Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks. Let Patricia and Karen show you how." Dr. Ian Dunbar, DVM, founder of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers "Love has No Age Limit is the book shelter dogs have been praying for. This book takes the worry out of adopting adolescent and adult dogs--who comprise most of the dogs who end up at shelters. This wonderful new book is like having two of America's top dog trainers right beside you from the moment you take your new dog home. With calm, friendly, specific language, Patricia McConnell and Karen London give you the guidance you need to give an adopted dog the forever home he or she deserves, and to turn a homeless animal into loving and beloved member of your family." Sy Montgomery, author of The Good Good Pig and Birdology
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1. "If you are considering adopting a dog from a shelter then 'Love Has No Age Limit' will be your perfect companion. Packed with great information, this book will make the transition period from shelter to home a lot easier for you and your dog. For shelters, 'Love Has No Age Limit' will give adopters a unique support system, thereby increasing the rate of successful adoptions by helping to keep dogs in their new homes." --Victoria Stilwell, Animal Planet's It's Me or the Dog
2. "They say, you can't judge a book by its cover but as soon as I saw the dear old dog on the cover of Patricia McConnell and Karen London's Love Has No Age Limit, I just knew I would love the book. And I do. Yet another outrageous success by Patricia and Karen. I have always been a champion of adopting adult dogs and this book is most certainly a valuable resource for anyone welcoming an adult dog into their home. Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks. Let Patricia and Karen show you how." --Dr. Ian Dunbar, DVM, founder of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers
3. "If you've decided to adopt a furry homeless stranger, this booklet is your perfect resource. You'll provide love for your new dog, while Drs. McConnell and london will provide practical, accurate advice so you can avoid common mistakes and spark a life-long friendship." --Kathy Sdao, MA, ACAAB, Bright Spot Dog Training
2. "They say, you can't judge a book by its cover but as soon as I saw the dear old dog on the cover of Patricia McConnell and Karen London's Love Has No Age Limit, I just knew I would love the book. And I do. Yet another outrageous success by Patricia and Karen. I have always been a champion of adopting adult dogs and this book is most certainly a valuable resource for anyone welcoming an adult dog into their home. Yes, you can teach an old dog new tricks. Let Patricia and Karen show you how." --Dr. Ian Dunbar, DVM, founder of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers
3. "If you've decided to adopt a furry homeless stranger, this booklet is your perfect resource. You'll provide love for your new dog, while Drs. McConnell and london will provide practical, accurate advice so you can avoid common mistakes and spark a life-long friendship." --Kathy Sdao, MA, ACAAB, Bright Spot Dog Training
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Great little booklet for people thinking about adopting an adult dog. McConnell explains how to prepare for your adult dog's arrival, how to help her settle in, how to build a relationship with her, and more. She also briefly addresses some common problems: housetraining, chewing, separation anxiety, etc. The best part of the book is the bibliography at the end, arranged by subject such as "Crate Training," "Barking," "Fearful Dogs," "General Training," etc.
McConnell's booklet is brief and introductory; those expecting an in-depth discussion on training and behavior will be disappointed. The booklet should be treated more like a map; it will orient readers and set them off in the right direction. Once readers understand where they'd like go, they can use the resources in the back to find their way. (What a fabulous, up-to-date bibliography!)
McConnell's booklet is brief and introductory; those expecting an in-depth discussion on training and behavior will be disappointed. The booklet should be treated more like a map; it will orient readers and set them off in the right direction. Once readers understand where they'd like go, they can use the resources in the back to find their way. (What a fabulous, up-to-date bibliography!)
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By D.J.
Format:Paperback
Drs. London & McConnell have written the book that anyone, whether adopting their first of fifth dog, should read. Pet owners and trainers alike will find something to add to their tool box in this book. It should be included with every dog, puppy or older, going to their new home. Shelters and rescue groups will find it to be an invaluable resource for their adopters. Better buy two books since it won't last long on your own bookshelf. You'll be sharing it with the next new dog owner you talk to!
Debbie Jacobs author of A Guide to Living With & Training a Fearful Dog
Debbie Jacobs author of A Guide to Living With & Training a Fearful Dog
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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I teach family dog classes. I also help shelter volunteers with some of the training skills to "re-educate" dogs in shelters so that they may become more adoptable. "Love Has No Age Limit" is a treasure! Dr. McConnell and Dr. London have written a very concise guide to preparing for and caring for a newly adopted dog. Whether you're thinking about adopting or all your dogs are rescue dogs, every dog owning family can benifit from having this book available! Buy it! Your canine buddy will thank you!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I have read and trust all of this author's previous titles. So glad to see that she has taken on this topic. Adopted dogs need love and understanding, but they will repay with such devotion.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This incredibly informative, thoughtful, and readable in a day book should be REQUIRED for anyone who is going to adopt a new dog; heck, you should read it if you're going to live with dogs at all, just like all of Patrica McConnell's books.
It is warm, funny, and compassionate to both dogs and new owners, and is also based on years of professional work with dogs by both writers. It covers everything from preparation to resource guarding, feeding, housetraining, introducing to other dogs/cats, and so much more. I really believe that if everyone who is bringing a new dog into their home were handed a copy of this book along with the dog, the return rate to rescues and shelters would drop significantly.
It is warm, funny, and compassionate to both dogs and new owners, and is also based on years of professional work with dogs by both writers. It covers everything from preparation to resource guarding, feeding, housetraining, introducing to other dogs/cats, and so much more. I really believe that if everyone who is bringing a new dog into their home were handed a copy of this book along with the dog, the return rate to rescues and shelters would drop significantly.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I wish I'd read this book before I adopted my last 2 dogs. I have passed it on to my daughter who is contemplating another rescue dog.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By peggyp
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This is a must read for anyone adopting a dog. It is a very helpful book for anyone even if you have owned dogs before.I volunteered at a shelter and we would recommend this book to the new "adoptive parents" of our shelter dogs. You will enjoy this book alot.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By debbi
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The book was great --since I volunteer at a shelter - it give you a lot of insight Everyone should adopt from a shelter -- there are a lot of wonderful animals who need you
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good general info book
More like a thick booklet. But if you are new to adopting from shelters it could be useful Has some good information on introducing the dog to it's new surroundings, and some stuff... Read more
Published 21 hours ago by D. Weaver
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for families adopting a pound dog....
For families adopting a dog from the pound, this is a sweet, informative book. It's full of useful information but the real value is in the "resources" section. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Sharon Cloghessy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very helpful
We just got our first rescue dog and this book was a big help. I recommend it for anyone thinking of a rescue.
Published 1 month ago by Susan Grosart
5.0 out of 5 stars
Must have book for adopting a dog
This is a must have book for anyone adopting a dog regardless of the dogs age. It gives you a wonderful perspective on adoption and is full of useful information.
Published 2 months ago by Gabriel A Ugolini
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
Great book for bringing your new dog home. The book is the perfect! Good information, concise and very helpful. Enjoy!
Published 2 months ago by Mary A Kemper
5.0 out of 5 stars
Huge help!
The rescue agency I went through suggested this book before i adopted. It is such a great help. I had an idea of what bringing a dog into my home would be like through previous... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Matthew DeMarr
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful concise booklet
I love this book. I actually foster dogs and bought this book to lend out to adopters. Very quick and short read that hits all key points. Humerously written as well! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Heather
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
I wish every shelter or rescue group would stock up piles of this book to give out with every adoption. Very concise but extremely useful information.
Published 6 months ago by Rurouni Kenshin
5.0 out of 5 stars
A must read before any dog is brought home
I agree that this book should come attached to the collar of every dog who is adopted. A short easy summary of how to have a happy landing with a new dog. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Judy Stiles
5.0 out of 5 stars
good starter if bringing home an adult dog
Most of Patricia McConnell's books are short and to the point. Great books for getting some concise info to get you started. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Sue Brown
