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Puppies for Dummies |  | Author: Sarah Hodgson
Publisher: For Dummies
Category: Book
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Rating:  43 reviews
Sales Rank: 201625
Format: Illustrated
Media: Paperback
Edition: illustrated edition
Pages: 360
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.1
ISBN: 0764552554
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.707
EAN: 9780764552557
ASIN: 0764552554
Publication Date: June 5, 2000
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Arguably, there is no animal in the world that can offer you the amount of unconditional devotion as a dog. The period of puppyhood can be the toughest and most delightful era in your dog’s life. Each puppy, as it grows into doghood, faces – and sees – the world in different and unique ways. Some puppies thrive on human interaction; others prefer an independent lifestyle. Some love the general mayhem that small children create; others find the commotion less thrilling. Your puppy will grow up to be your friend, keeper, and voice. Puppies For Dummies is for anyone interested in exploring this momentous era in a dog’s life. Whether you already have a puppy curled at your feet (or chewing at your shoelaces), or if you’re still in the thinking-about-it stage, this clearly written and easy-to-understand guide will help you to Choose the perfect puppy Raise a well-mannered, happy puppy Housetrain your puppy quickly and effectively Provide proper puppy care and nutrition Keep peace between kids and puppies Find out how to create a lasting relationship between your puppy and you. Explore different training methods to fit your puppy’s needs. Puppies For Dummies also covers the following topics and more: Finding a puppy that fits your lifestyle Where to get your puppy Shopping for puppy supplies The five stages of development Teaching your pup some control and manners Ensuring the fitness and health of your puppy Fun games and tricks Having a puppy and experiencing it grow up to be full-grown dog is an amazing journey that will never be forgotten. With a focus on behavior and relationship, this book will show you everything you need to know about your puppy so that it will grow up to be a healthy, playful, and well-mannered dog.
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 Needs better organization November 18, 2009
L. Gaffney (New York, NY)
Like a lot of other reviewers said, this book was recommended to me by a few people. After reading it, I'm not really sure why. Maybe because these "Dogs for Dummies" books are plastered all over pet stores, so a lot of people buy them. I found the book to be extremely hard to follow, with no sensible flow. Granted, there are good points in the book, and a lot of the suggestions worked, and so I'm giving this book 3 stars instead of 1 or 2. I really wish this book were organized in terms of age of the puppy. It would've been helpful to have a large chapter dedicated solely to the first two weeks. Instead, there are bits and pieces of information regarding the first few very important weeks scattered through each chapter, under different headings. There are so many references to other chapters and pages, that I now have (ironically) dog-eared pages all over the place.
That being said, I'm now going to try out "The Art of Raising a Puppy", which some friends who have raised numerous dogs (including K-9 unit service dogs) highly recommended as "the best puppy book on the market".
book review July 30, 2009
Martha Hartley (pittsburgh, pa)
This is a great book which gave me a lot of insight into my puppy's behavior and what to expect in the future...
 It's What It Says It Is July 15, 2009
Sara Kay
After having two loving Scottish Fold cats for 16 years, we wanted another pet . . . my husband suggested a puppy. We purchased a Cavachon and the "Puppies for Dummies" book has been a valuable, down-to-earth resource for us. We had read a number of books from our public library and this is the one we chose to purchase. Why? Basics, basics, basics with lots of wonderful suggestions from someone who has obviously "been there, done that" and shared from her experience. Thanks to Sarah (the author).
puppies for dummies June 29, 2009
Karas M. Stewart
Yeh I had a dog when I was a kid but my mom took care of it! so when we decided to get a new addition to our little family of 3 I picked this book out to help us, it helps too!! helps you pick out breed type good for your family, how to bring them home, what collars are idea to use for what personality type, even has a seciton called pets & kids which is where I am now. I have a toddler almost 3 and now a 9week old puppy and this book is helping me teach them both how to cope with one and other and how to have fun. Definitely would recomend this to new dog owners.
Well organized; easy to read; chock ful of useful tips and practical ideas March 31, 2009
K. Hanson (Fairfield, CT United States)
This is a great book, whether you are a new dog owner, or like us, were adopting a puppy and dealing with training a young dog for the first time in over a decade....chockful of useful tips and practical ideas, this book is easy to read, well organized and frank in its approach. I highly recommend this for anyone looking to add a new dog (young or old) to your household.
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