National Network for Equitable Library Service

Bringing home a puppy? This fun, friendly guide to puppies prepares you for this tough but terrific time. From the basics of puppy training — housebreaking, feeding, crating — to the latest on doggie day care, traveling with a puppy and the new designer breeds, you'll get everything you need to help your puppy grow up to be a healthy, playful, well-mannered dog. In this new edition, noted authority Sarah Hodgson offers trusted information on caring for a new puppy, including the newest dog training tools and gadgets, the best treats and dog food suppliers and new insight into positive reinforcement training. This book includes: *Everything you need to start out right from day one *Trusted and proven advice from an authority *The latest information on positive reinforcement training *Includes a completely new eight-page color insert If you're one of the lucky people getting ready to bring home a canine kid, this fun, informative guide gives you everything you need to smoothly integrate a puppy into your life and home.