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Raising a puppy is no small undertaking and puppy owners often find that they get conflicting information from their friends, family members, veterinarian and others. This page provides you with the most current links, books and information on raising a puppy, as well as information on the puppy services we offer. |
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IMPORTANT PUPPY INFORMATION:
Do I Want a Puppy?
What Nobody Told You About Raising a Puppy
Before You Get Your Puppy, PDF
New Puppy Supply Checklist
It is a violation of California law
to sell or adopt a puppy
before
the age of 8 weeks
Puppies removed from the litter too soon are at significant risk of developing behavior problems around dogs and humans. Developmental Stages & Socialization
SOCIALIZATION FACTS:
Many new puppy owners know that socialization is important, but not how to do it correctly. These articles give sound advice on how to make socialization a positive experience for everyone.
Vaccinations vs. Socialization
You were told your puppy shouldn't go anywhere until fully vaccinated. Is that right?
Socialization: Beyond the Dog Park
Dog parks are great...for some dogs.
Socialization Check List
Handy guideline from 6 weeks to 6 months.
Teaching Your Puppy to Like and Respect People
One bad experience can have a dramatic impact on your puppy's personality.
Socialization Excuses
Do you hear yourself saying one of these excuses for not socializing your puppy?
RECOMMENDED BOOKS FOR NEW PUPPIES:
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PUPPY PRIMER, 2ND EDITION - Patricia McConnell
Trainer favorite! Engaging, humorous and easy to follow, the updated Puppy Primer is packed with positive reinforcement tips and tricks, special topics and more. This updated and expanded version of our best-selling Puppy Primer is used by thousands of trainers across the U.S. New dog owners love it because it provides clear and concise information that makes training effective and fun. It's tone is upbeat and encouraging, yet it is chock full of even more useful information that every puppy owner needs. |
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POWER OF POSITIVE DOG TRAINING - Pat Miller
Demonstrates how you can train your dog, have fun, and build a lasting relationship at the same time. Walk away from punishment-based training methods and learn how you can reward your dog to obtain and reinforce the behaviors you could only dream about achieving. When you apply the training methods in this book and follow the unique six-week training program, your dog will learn to think and to choose proper behavior. You and your dog can become an unbeatable team, capable of addressing any challenge you may encounter. |
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THE OTHER END OF THE LEASH - Patricia B. McConnell, PhD
When humans communicate with dogs, a lot can get lost in the translation. Focusing on human behavior, Dr. McConnell teaches readers how to retrain themselves to speak consistently in a language dogs understand and avoid sending conflicting and confusing messages.
4Paws University highly recommends this entertaining book to anyone wanting a better understanding of their dog! |
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