Best Dog Breeds Books
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1. Zak George's Dog Training Revolution: The Complete Guide to Raising the Perfect Pet with Love
Author: by Zak George
Published at: Ten Speed Press; 1st Edition (June 7, 2016)
ISBN: 978-1607748915
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 levelleading 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, andmost of allfun!
2. Paint by Sticker: Dogs: Create 12 Stunning Images One Sticker at a Time!
Author: by Workman Publishing
Published at: Workman Publishing Company; Illustrated edition (June 23, 2020)
ISBN: 978-1523509652
Best in Show!Peel the sticker, place the sticker, and watch your painting come to life. If only you had a tail to wag! This completely engrossing activity book for dog lovers and crafters alike has everything you need to complete 12 fantastic canine portraits, including a frisky dachshund, a pug begging to play, and a handsome husky showing off those alert blue eyes.
And notethe card-stock pages are perforated, so every finished picture can easily be removed for framing.
3. How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond
Author: by Cesar Millan
Published at: Three Rivers Press (January 1, 2009)
ISBN: 978-0307461308
From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel’s Dog Whisperer, the only resource you’ll need for raising a happy, healthy dog. For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their livesas well as those who have already brought a dog homeCesar Millan, the preeminent dog behavior expert, says, “Yes, you can raise the perfect dog!” It all starts with the proper foundation in the early years.
Here, Cesar tells you everything you need to know to create the best environment for a well-balanced dog in order to avoid behavior issues in the future, and shows you how to correct the most common behavior issues for young dogs.
Based on Cesar’s own detailed experiences raising individual puppies from some of the most popular breeds, How to Raise the Perfect Dog is like having Cesar right beside you, as your own personal expert, coaching you and your dog from the first day of your life together.
Packed with new information aimed specifically at the particular needs of puppies and adolescents, and written in Cesar’s friendly, accessible style, How to Raise the Perfect Dog answers all the most commonly asked questions and guides you towards a loving, satisfying life-long relationship with your best friend.
4. The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition)
Author: by Monks of New Skete
Published at: Little, Brown and Company; Revised edition (June 29, 2011)
ISBN: 978-0316083270
The classic bestseller that established the Monks of New Skete as America’s most trusted authorities on dog training, canine behavior, and the animal/human bond, updated to include the latest developments in canine health. In their two now-classic bestsellers, How to be Your Dog’s Best Friend and The Art of Raising a Puppy, the Monks draw on their experience as long-time breeders of German shepherds and as trainers of dogs of all breeds to provide-brilliantly distilled-the indispensable information and advice that every dog owner needs.
This new edition of The Art of Raising a Puppy features new photographs throughout, along with updated chapters on play, crating, adopting dogs from shelters and rescue organizations, raising dogs in an urban environment, and the latest developments in canine health and canine behavioral theory.
5. Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps: Everything You Need to Know to Raise the Perfect Dog
Author: by Zoom Room Dog Training
Published at: Rockridge Press; Illustrated edition (April 2, 2019)
ISBN: 978-1641523431
Raise a happy, well-behaved puppy in 7 simple steps Teach your pup the ropes with Puppy Training in 7 Easy Steps. This step-by-step guide shows you how to combine positive reinforcement with your dog’s natural instincts during training. They’ll learn essential manners and boundarieswhile both of you bond and have lots of fun!
Discover dog training fundamentals, and start implementing straightforward techniques that build up your pup’s skills in stages. You’ll gain a solid understanding of your puppy’s perspective, behavior, and body languageso you know why they’re doing what they’re doing, not just how to change their behavior or train a command.
In this beginner-friendly dog training manual, you’ll find: Complete dog trainingGet guidance for bringing your puppy home, crate and potty training, preventing food aggression, socializing, learning key commands, and leash walking. Prep and puppy-proofingExplore the best ways to prepare for getting a puppy, from checking off an essential list of supplies to doing a safety check around your home.
6. When Harry Met Minnie: A True Story of Love and Friendship
Author: by Martha Teichner
Published at: Celadon Books (February 2, 2021)
ISBN: 978-1250212535
An Instant New York Times Bestseller! A memoir of love and loss, of being in the right place at the right time, and of the mysterious ways a beloved pet can bring people together, from CBS Sunday Morning News correspondent and multi-Emmy-Award-winning Martha Teichner.
There are true fairy tales. Stories that exist because impossible-to-explain coincidences change everything. Except in real life, not all of them have conventional, happily-ever-after endings. When Harry Met Minnie is that kind of fairy tale, with the vibrant, romantic New York City backdrop of its namesake, the movie When Harry Met Sally, and the bittersweet wisdom of Tuesdays with Morrie.
There’s a special camaraderie among early-morning dog walkers. Gathering at dog runs in the park, or strolling through the farmer’s market at Union Square before the bustling crowd appears, fellow pet owners become familiaras do the personalities of their beloved animals.
In this special space and time, a chance encounter with an old acquaintance changed Martha Teichner’s world. As fate would have it, her friend knew someone who was dying of cancer, from exposure to toxins after 9/11, and desperate to find a home for her dog, Harry.
7. Dog Training for Kids: Fun and Easy Ways to Care for Your Furry Friend
Author: by Vanessa Estrada Marin
Published at: Z Kids (November 26, 2019)
ISBN: 978-0593196571
Children Will Take the Lead with Fun & Easy Dog Training TechniquesEvery child wants a dog, yet not every child-or even grown-up! Is equipped to take on the responsibilities that come with owning a dog. But with the help of Vanessa Estrada Marin, the director of a sought-after dog-training program for kids, your child will have fun being in charge!
Dog Training for Kids breaks down lessons and tutorials in simple steps and easy-to-follow instructions. Kids will have everything they need to be caring and responsible dog owners: Basic Training Lessons including Stopping Unnecessary Barking, Potty & House Training, Obedience, Leash Training, Crate Training Essential Commands including Sit, Stay, Heel, Drop It Clever Tricks including Roll Over, Speak, High Five, and Leap Super Fun Games including Obstacle Course, Frisbee, Tunnel And More – Equipment List, How to Train Your Dog to Be Calm at the Vet, How to Dog Proof Your Home Whether young dog lovers will be raising puppies, adopting rescues, or getting their first dogs, this all-in-one book will give them the confidence and knowledge to properly train, take care of, and establish a lasting bond with their well-behaved furry friends.
8. Zak George's Guide to a Well-Behaved Dog: Proven Solutions to the Most Common Training Problems for All Ages, Breeds, and Mixes
Author: by Zak George
Published at: Ten Speed Press (July 9, 2019)
ISBN: 978-0399582417
A compassionate, modern, science-based approach to help you (and your dog! With common training problems Zak George takes his dedication to humane and effective dog training from the screen to the written page. Dr. John Ciribassi, DVM, DACVB, coeditor of Decoding Your Dog Celebrity dog trainer and YouTube star Zak George creates the most watched dog training content in the world and has helped millions of people with their dogs.
In this problem-based guide, he makes it easy to look up and solve the exact behavioral issue that you’re struggling withwhether you’re dealing with a new puppy, an adult dog you’ve had for years, or a recently adopted rescue. He also helps you prevent many of these problems from becoming established in the first place.
Packed with case studies and examples from Zak’s videos so you can see his dog and puppy training tactics in action, this book contains step-by-step instructions for dealing with: Chewing Jumping up Barking Play biting Begging Not listening Thunderstorm phobia Separation anxiety Aggression And much more!
9. Every Dog: A Book of Over 450 Breeds
Author: by Nancy Hajeski
Published at: Firefly Books; Illustrated edition (October 18, 2016)
ISBN: 978-1770858251
Every Dog: A Book of Over 450 Breeds packs in a lot of information. Illustrations, text, charts, tables and icons make it an ideal reference for all dog lovers, who will enjoy flipping through the pages. The over 450 breeds are thoroughly researched and represent canines from around the world.
They range from rare breeds for the dog lover that wants something different, to the favorite breeds that make for a reliable choice. There are ancient breeds and modern breeds, including the “designer dogs” that have become so popular in recent years.
The over 450 breeds are organized into various categories, such as type (which share loosely common ancestry and traits), purpose, and more. For example, Spitz-Type Dogs typically have thick and dense fur, pointed ears and muzzles, and puffy tails that curl up and over their rears.
They descend from ancient breeds that came from Arctic regions. Spitz dogs include the Akita, Canaan, American Eskimo, and the Pomeranian. Each breed is described on one page and includes these details: English and any alternative names, place of origin and year of first known introduction Icons and keys indicating all available coat colors; exercise requirements; graph indicating average weight, height and life expectancies At a Glance chart rating Intelligence; Ease of training; Affection; Playfulness; Good guard dogs; Good with children; Good with other dogs; and Grooming required.
10. Doggie Language: A Dog Lover's Guide to Understanding Your Best Friend
Author: by Lili Chin
Published at: Summersdale; Illustrated edition (October 6, 2020)
ISBN: 978-1787837010
Dogs communicate with so much more than barks and tail wags, and misreading doggie body language makes life challenging for dogs and their humans. This small but mighty book is your perfect illustrated guide to seeing and understanding the subtle visual cues and interpreting the behaviours used by your beloved pup to express how they’re feeling.
The more we notice and listen to what our dogs are trying to tell us, the more we can improve our relationship with our best friends, helping them to feel safe and happy.
11. The Big Book of Tricks for the Best Dog Ever: A Step-by-Step Guide to 118 Amazing Tricks and Stunts
Author: by Larry Kay
Published at: Workman Publishing Company; Illustrated edition (March 19, 2019)
ISBN: 978-1523501618
Show off your dog!And let your dog show off, too! Using the secrets of professional dog trainers, this fully illustrated guide with hundreds of step-by-step photos show how to teach your pet 118 tricks and stunts. Organized from beginner level to pro, these tricks run the gamut from the kinds of things any well-behaved dog should knowfetch, paw shake, roll overto stunts that will delight your friends and family, from dance routines to flying disc acrobatics.
You’ll even learn the tricks behind filmmaking with dogs to create your own movie magic and performance showstoppers. And there are benefits far beyond the wow factor. Teaching your dog tricks will not only reveal more of your dog’s real personality, including hidden talents, it will also improve your pet’s behavior, reinforce socialization, prevent boredom and restlessness, and instill your pet with greater confidence.
And dramatically enrich the relationship the two of you already share.
12. Your Golden Retriever Puppy Month by Month: Everything You Need to Know at Each Stage to Ensure Your Cute and Playful Puppy (Your Puppy Month by Month)
Author: by Terry Albert
Published at: Alpha; Illustrated edition (January 12, 2016)
ISBN: 978-1615648856
Your Golden Retriever Puppy Month by Month provides new pet owners with everything you need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure your playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. A veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have, and many they don’t think to ask, including: * What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home.
Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. What to do when your puppy cries at night. Why and how to crate train your puppy. When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does.
When your puppy is ready to learn basic commandslike Sit, Stay, and Comeand the best way to teach them. When and how to go about leash training. How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t.
13. Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month by Month, 2nd Edition: Everything You Need to Know at Each Stage of Development (Your Puppy Month by Month)
Author: by Terry Albert
Published at: Alpha; 2nd edition (May 10, 2016)
ISBN: 978-1465451064
Your Labrador Retriever Puppy Month by Month, Second Edition, provides new puppy owners with everything you need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure your playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion.
Expert authors Terry Albert, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have and may not think to ask, including: What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home.
Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. What do to when your puppy cries at night. Why and how to crate train your puppy. When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does.
When your puppy is ready to learn basic commandslike Sit, Stay, and Comeand the best way to teach them. When and how to go about leash training. How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t.
14. Puppies For Dummies
Author: by Sarah Hodgson
Published at: For Dummies; 4th edition (April 16, 2019)
ISBN: 978-1119558477
Everything you need to bring home a new puppy Across America and beyond, tails are wagging with anticipation.Why? Because puppies and the people who love them are eager for the update of Puppies for Dummies. Originally released and welcomed as a positive, loving alternative to the alpha dog philosophy of a popular celebrity trainer, Puppies for Dummies is now updated and more relevant than ever.
This new edition covers the latest puppy training gadgets, tricks, and tips and offers expanded coverage on the latest training techniques, including new studies on positive reinforcement methods. This edition continues to provide readers with the trusted and proven advice that has made previous editions a success.
Integrate a puppy in your life Explore the latest science of dogs Train a happy, healthy pup Raise and nurture a loving dog Rather than saying: “Uh oh, now what?!” new pet owners can be equipped with the best advice.
15. The Complete Dog Breed Book, New Edition
Author: by DK
Published at: DK; Previously published as Top Dog edition (March 17, 2020)
ISBN: 978-1465491046
Find your ideal dog – and learn how to look after it – in this stunning guide to all things canine. Combining breeds, behavior, care, and training advice, this book contains everything you need to know to help you choose and look after a dog, from the tiny Chihuahua to the towering Great Dane.
Find the perfect pet using Q&A selector charts that help you find the best breed to suit your lifestyle. Fully updated to reflect the latest dog breeds, The Complete Dog Breed Book contains a catalog of more than 420 dogs.
Each features stunning photographs of the dog from various angles, while popular breeds – including the Boxer, Labrador Retriever, and English Springer Spaniel – are given a special in-depth treatment. Clear and concise text explains the main features of the dog, as well as providing a historical overview of the breed.
Annotation highlights physical characteristics of each breed, while panels provide an at-a-glance guide to key features, such as the dog’s temperament, size, and color. A practical section on care covers the fundamental aspects of looking after a dog, from handling and grooming to exercise and health.
16. Your German Shepherd Puppy Month by Month, 2nd Edition: Everything You Need to Know at Each State to Ensure Your Cute and Playful Puppy (Your Puppy Month by Month)
Author: by Liz Palika
Published at: Alpha; 2nd edition (May 10, 2016)
ISBN: 978-1465451095
Your German Shepherd Puppy Month by Month, Second Edition, provides readers with everything they need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure their playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. Expert authors Liz Palika, vet Deb Eldredge, and breeder Joanne Olivier team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have, and many they don’t think to ask, including: What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home.
Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them. How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible. What do to when your puppy cries at night. Why and how to crate train your puppy. When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does.
When your puppy is ready to learn basic commandslike Sit, Stay, and Comeand the best way to teach them. When and how to go about leash training. How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy. What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t.
