Puppy Intensive Care


Book Description

Learn to use the same techniques that medical hospitals use on human newborns to save the lives of puppies. Because many of the problems encountered in newborn pups have nothing to do with genetics or birth defects, it is important for the breeder to be prepared to administer simple, straightforward, measures to help a puppy in distress. --publisher.




Zak George's Dog Training Revolution


Book Description

A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!




Proactive Puppy Care


Book Description

Puppy training, puppy care, and puppyhood, oh my. Puppyhood is the most important time in a dog's life. They are like little sponges soaking up experiences and learning what is safe, appropriate and fun. You will not be able to redo this critical period in your puppy's life, so take advantage of their development and teach them the skills needed to lead a happy life. A good puppy parent will be able to mold their puppy into a confident, safe, happy dog with whom they can spend the next 10-15 years. The work you put into your puppy now will help to ensure a "good dog" in the future. Be prepared for some ups and downs and remember that patience and a good sense of humor are important. If you have that attitude, raising a puppy is truly a blessing. Contents: Positive Reinforcement *Motivation *Calories *Taking Food Gently Management *Stuffing a Hollow Toy *Crate Training No Worries *Socialization *Puppy Classes *Dog To Dog Interactions *Puppies and Children *Puppy Etiquette *Handling and Restraint *Relaxation Techniques Games To Play With Your Puppy Find The Toy *Toy Challenge *Sniffy-Sniff *Chase Me *Fetch *Training Thunder Phobia *Resource Guarding *Separation Anxiety Potty Training Mouthing People Name Game Sit *Down *Drop It Teaching Good Walking Skills Jumping Up Choosing a Veterinarian *Vaccinations *Breed Health *Health Insurance *Healthy Food and Weight *Healthy Dog Treats Safe Dog Chews and Bones Brushing *Bathing *Nail Trims *Dental Care Motion Sickness *Car Safety Adolescence *Your Puppy's Future Daily Puppy Log




Complete Puppy Care


Book Description

YOUR PUPPY BIBLE! A definitive guide for adopting puppies, puppy health care, pet first aid, dog behavior information and positive training how to advice from pet expert Amy Shojai. Packed with veterinary medicine facts, dog health and care how-to tips, and fascinating information and advice. The perfect holiday puppy gift for dog lovers! Learn about: Choosing puppiesPuppy training & potty trainingDog languageDog breeds versus rescue dogsSolving puppy behavior problemsPuppy foodPuppy grooming how to tipsLure training and clicker trainingIntroduce puppies to dogs, cats, babies and kidsLatest veterinary medicine recommendationsHow to recognizing common health issues, and what to doFirst aid and home remedies that save you money--and your puppy's life!More than two-dozen SQUEE! cute puppy picturesCanine legends, mythsWeird & Wacky answers to why puppies drink from the toilet, why dogs act guilty, reasons dogs hump your leg, and more! Categories include: training puppies, puppy care, dog care and health, veterinary medicine, behavior, puppy training book, dog breeds, dog first aid




The Ultimate Guide to Raising a Puppy


Book Description

The star of Smithsonian Channel’s Dogs With Extraordinary Jobs reveals everything you need to raise the perfect pet—and get off on the right “paw” with your new best friend! “By far, one of the best resources for new and future puppy parents.”—Marc Abraham, award-winning veterinarian, broadcaster, and founder of PupAid Celebrity trainer Victoria Stilwell is one the most trusted names in the pet world. In this fun and informative guide, her first for puppies, she teaches you how to navigate each stage of a puppy’s growth, from the first weeks through adolescence. You’ll learn: • puppy-proofing your home • toilet training • building leash-walking and play skills • preventing nipping and excessive barking • caring for your puppy’s health • and more!




Learning to Care for a Dog


Book Description

"Readers will learn how to choose, train, and care for a dog"--Provided by publisher.




Puppies For Dummies


Book Description

Features a new 8-page color section The bestselling guide to making the most of puppy's first year Bringing home a puppy? This fun, friendly guide to puppyhood prepares you for this tough but terrific time. From the basics -- housebreaking, feeding, training -- to the latest on doggie day care, traveling with a puppy, and the new designer breeds, you get everything you need to help your puppy grow up to be a healthy, playful, well-mannered dog. Discover how to * Choose the perfect puppy for you * Socialize your puppy * Stimulate your puppy's growing mind * Use the latest training tools * Keep peace between kids and puppies




Dogs


Book Description

Thousands of expert tips provide dog owners with the information they need to give their pet a good home and happy life.




I Want a Puppy Or a Dog


Book Description

Here's the basic dog pet book for grade 4, 5, 6 six or young readers age 8-12 about how to give loving and responsible pet care to a puppy or dog. Great dog information for kids includes 25 Color Photos of Puppies and Dogs. Dogs are smart, loyal and good companions, always happy to see you and ready to do whatever you're doing.




The Perfect Puppy


Book Description

Highly regarded dog behaviorist Gwen Bailey shares her proven system of training a puppy. Gwen Bailey's bestselling puppy care guide has helped hundreds of thousands of owners throughout the world raise a problem-free dog. It is now updated with the latest findings in canine behavior and a completely new user-friendly design, and answers many of the questions she has received from dog owners since the first edition. The Perfect Puppy teaches new puppy owners how to raise a well-behaved dog. Bailey's aim is to show puppy owners how they can influence their puppy's behavior for the better, and how to mold his future character. She uses her proven system of training a puppy using only positive rewards-based methods, coupled with a lot of play and fun Full-color photographs show how to housebreak a puppy, how to teach it to obey, how to prevent biting, chewing and other problems, and to generally be a good canine citizen and a beloved member of the family. She provides step-by-step training, a valuable socialization plan, and games that incorporate learning. The contents include: The raw material - how breeds affect behavior A puppy's view of the world The new family, life with a puppy Developmental stages Socialization Housetraining Behavior control and leadership Toys and games Preventing biting, aggression, chewing Handling and grooming Good manners and learning to be alone Training your puppy Adolescence and beyond.