The Perfect Puppy: Take Britain's Number One Puppy Care Book With You: The No. 1 Bestseller fully revised and updated, take Britain's Number One Puppy Care Book With You!

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Gwen Bailey's bestselling puppy care guide has helped hundreds of thousands of owners throughout the world raise a problem-free dog. An easy, informative and actually helpful How To book exclusively for puppy parents. I have to admit that i was a bit skeptical after reading another book of his that had a few concepts in i wasn't very fond of. That brings us to the question: how to choose the perfect puppy? and not just a perfect puppy, but the perfect puppy for you. Shelters and rescue groups can also be great places to get a puppy. Many use foster homes, where a puppy or litter of puppies are located.

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Before you decide that a puppy is the best pet for you, or before you get your heart set on a particular breed, there’s lots of things you need to consider. It’s essential to make sure that a puppy is the right pet for you and your family, as taking on a pet is a huge commitment. Remember, your puppy will soon turn into a beautiful adult dog who will hopefully be with your family for many happy years. Basic info to finding your puppy, tips, and anecdotes. I found it was helpful in some respects but every dog and every human is different. I think the part that must be stressed here and also is touched upon in the book is to seek professional trainers. Would you love spending time every day brushing and combing a dog? If not, certain breeds whose coats would horribly mat wouldn’t be a good fit. Exercise NeedsA friend of mine who works 10-hour days decided not to get a puppy. The pup would have been alone too long. A puppy needs attention and potty breaks. Also, some bay when excited. It’s a loud sound that would be unwelcome if you have neighbors nearby.

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A toy breed may not be the right choice for a toddler. A tiny dog may inadvertently be injured by such a young child. And if you choose a large breed, you’ll have to watch that the young tyke isn’t run over by boisterous play. Next, think about your family’s day-to-day life. How often are you away during the day? Are there people with special needs in your home? What are their ages? Do you lead an active lifestyle or do you spend your free time relaxing in front of the TV? Are pet allergies a concern? Herding dogs were bred to herd, of course. But, if they don’t have sheep to herd, they may want to herd your children or even you! The book contains everything you need to know from how to select a puppy that would suit you and your lifestyle, to what to expect at each stage of your puppy’s life, importance of nutrition & vaccination, the common mistakes of dog training, how to correct problems, to how to bring out the best in your dog.

Children make a big difference when deciding if it’s the right time to choose a puppy. If you have very young kids a rambunctious Lab may not be the right choice. Do You Have Other Pets? Much like the television shows featuring this TV entertainer (he is NOT a dog trainer), there's a clear "Don't try this at home!" warning and another advising readers to seek the advice of a professional. Well, if Millan is not a professional (and clearly, by all dog-training standards, he's NOT), he has NO business giving dog-training advice.

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Or you can hire pet sitters or walkers to help out. Do You Live in the City in a Cramped Apartment or a House With a Yard? Research: Before getting any pet, you should always research them thoroughly. When thinking about a dog, remember to research their breed to make sure they fit in with your home and lifestyle – you can take our quiz to get you started.

Your puppy will have very different exercise needs to an adult dog, and it’s important to take their exercise easy at first. As a general rule, it’s good to aim for five minutes of exercise per month of your puppy’s age, twice a day – just remember that every puppy is different, so you may need to cut this down if your puppy is struggling. You can still keep your puppy happy and entertained in lots of other ways, for example playing games or trying a puzzle feeder.