Puppy School: Everything You Need to Know to Raise the Perfect Pup (Paperback)

~ (Author), Stella Sweeting (Author) "Among the many misconceptions about dog training is the belief that puppies should be taught discipline through the use of punishment..." (more)
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Product Description

Puppy training has never been this easy! This one-of-a-kind visual training program features gentle, dog-friendly techniques-clearly illustrated in step-by-step color photographs- that show you exactly what to do to get your adorable canine companion to behave in any situation. From housebreaking your pup to socializing him to get along with other dogs and people, Puppy School tells-and more important, shows-you how to turn the most rambunctious pup into a polite, loving, obedient dog.

You'll discover:
- How to teach the basics of good behavior at that critical early stage
- Gentle ways to control a pup without breaking his spirit
- Expert advice on winning--and keeping--your pup's trust
- Tips to get your pup used to having her body examined without becoming fearful
- A unique "Dog Dictionary" of training cue words
- Week-by-week progress schedules for every technique
- Top Ten checklists to prevent training failures

With "see and do" photos that put it in a class of its own, and based on the authors' decades of hands-on, progressive dog-training experience, Puppy School is a must-have volume for every dog owner.

About the Author

Maggie Holt has been training dogs for 40 years and is the owner of Gentle Touch Canine School in the United Kingdom. She is a charter member of the Institute of Animal Care Education and an assessor for the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

Stella Sweeting is an instructor at the Gentle Touch Canine School and a charter member of the Institute of Animal Care Education in the United Kingdom. She specializes in the training problems and welfare of rescue dogs.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Rodale Books (August 21, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1579549152
• ISBN-13: 978-1579549152
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #798,890 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-read if you have a puppy., August 29, 2005

By	Almayer (Brussels, Belgium, Europe) - See all my reviews

Excellent book, very clear and well done, if you're raising a puppy it's a real must. Strongly advised.

3.0 out of 5 stars Good Reference Book, November 1, 2005

By	Erin Sweany "Erin Sweany" (NYC) - See all my reviews

This book is great to give you some general guidlines, obedience, and information on raising your puppy. The information is good and useful, however as you begin raising your puppy and you need more information you will end up having to buy some other books that are more specific. For example this book does give some good obedience instructions with great picture demonstrations. However it does not go into great detail about each command so if you have trouble or this method doesn't work for you, you will most likely have to buy another book that is specifically written on obedience. I highly suggest "Rover, Dont Roll Over". This books has great illustration though and if you need the extra pictures as an example of how to do something then definitly purchase this book as a nice reference guide.