For more than thirty years the Monks of New Skete have been among America's most trusted authorities on dog training, canine behavior, and the animal/human bond. In their two now-classic bestsellers, How to be Your Dog's Best Friend and THE ART OF RAISING A PUPPY, the Monks draw on their experience as long-time breeders of German shepherds and as trainers of dogs of all breeds to provide--brilliantly distilled--the indispensable information and advice that every dog owner needs. This new edition of THE ART OF RAISING A PUPPY features new photographs throughout, along with updated chapters on play, crating, adopting dogs from shelters and rescue organizations, raising dogs in an urban environment, and the latest developments in canine health and canine behavioral theory.
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As a community, the Monks of New Skete have been breeding, raising, and training dogs for more than 30 years. New Skete Monastery is located in Cambridge, New York.
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30 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Quite a few people suggested I get this book when I adopted my now 16 week old Malty Poo, Chloe. The book describes how the monks raise their dogs to become the great companions they become for the people that end up adopting them.
With that said, I quickly realized that this book is not really what I was looking for in terms of a guide on how to raise a puppy. This book has some best practices and I definitely picked up some tricks which I will be using but overall I will either buy their companion book "How to be your dogs best friend" which they suggest in the book contains more of the details and meat on how to raise a puppy.
I would recommend reading this book to gain some familiarity around various puppy stages and leave with some best practices but if you are looking for a more thorough detailed book then I suggest you keep looking.
With that said, I quickly realized that this book is not really what I was looking for in terms of a guide on how to raise a puppy. This book has some best practices and I definitely picked up some tricks which I will be using but overall I will either buy their companion book "How to be your dogs best friend" which they suggest in the book contains more of the details and meat on how to raise a puppy.
I would recommend reading this book to gain some familiarity around various puppy stages and leave with some best practices but if you are looking for a more thorough detailed book then I suggest you keep looking.
28 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book not only teaches how to raise a puppy, it teaches you that it takes patience, time and commitment to raise a great dog. Dogs typically aren't full grown until they are around one year old. Using this book, you won't be spending months of teeth grinding frustration and people will compliment you on your dogs good "manners". Because let's face it, dog are only fun to be with if they are not chewing on your shoes, jumping up on people, and don't respond to the most basic of commands. And don't worry, we didn't get our pup until it was three months old and I was able to still learn so much and now have the best dog I've ever owned. I love this book and recommend it to friends and even strangers! No dog wants to be "difficult". It just needs understanding, consistency and love while it learns what you have to teach it. Also the book is very readable and interesting in and of itself. It is NOT pretentious or read like a textbook. If you buy one book, buy this one. You won't regret it.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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This book has been invaluable during the first two weeks we've had our little Luna (we got her at 8 wks). Following the techniques I learned in this book, Luna has been progressing wonderfully. She is almost fully housebroken (in two weeks!!), she plays really well with children (we went to a kid's birthday party), and with other dogs (we took her to a puppy socialization group). Everyone from the vet to the leader of the puppy group to friends and family have commented on how well she behaves.
This book is really well-written, clear, engaging, and generally a good informational read. I have so much patience with Luna because I have a better understanding of what's going on with her at any given time. It's also easier to train her because I know why she's misbehaving and I can address her needs with the appropriate response. Those monks really know what they're talking about.
This book is really well-written, clear, engaging, and generally a good informational read. I have so much patience with Luna because I have a better understanding of what's going on with her at any given time. It's also easier to train her because I know why she's misbehaving and I can address her needs with the appropriate response. Those monks really know what they're talking about.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great read
This is a wonderful book for anyone looking to get a new puppy, regardless of the breed. The monks of New Skete really have this down to a science. Read more
Published 3 days ago by Mowens
Great Book
Had the whole family read this when we got our new puppy. Haven't done it "by-the-book" but have implemented many of the techniques and suggestions. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Nauticow
These monks know what they are talking about.
I love both this book and their other book 'How to Be Your dog's Best Friend.' How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend: The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Aspen
If you only buy one book to read before getting a dog, this is it!
Great information, I buy it for all my friends before they get a new dog. You will not regret buying this book!
Published 2 months ago by A. Bookworm
Good book, maybe a little out of date...?
Our English Mastiff/Bull Mastiff cross is now 12 weeks old (yesterday) and we bought this book based on some friends' recommendation. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jake
Great book
This book is easy to read and has a load of great information. It is well organized, clear in its explanations, and has been a great help. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Alden Roberts
It's OK, but...
This is a book written with great care and respect for canines, by the Monks of New Skeete. It's got a lot of good information on early life and development of puppies, but it... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Shadoweis
Puppy info book
Very good info true dog sence very helpful , best read b4 u get pup but still so usefull and smart , get it , u will not be sorry all the Monk / dog books are worth reading!!
Published 3 months ago by 1 ROMEO
Love this book! If only they'd come housebreak my puppy for me!
I've been a fan of the Monks of New Skete since I worked for a vet over 20 years ago. This is a terrific book! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jeanne S. Dunn
wish I had purchased the kindle version
I purchased the audio version of this book recently, and found it helpful, but would have preferred this book in kindle or book form. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Aaron
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