Customer Reviews:
Good reference book.......2007-09-11
The author dows a good job explaining ways to chilproof your dog and also gives many tips as to how to train your dog good habits in general. I just wish eveything was easy to execute.
OK, but disappointing for experienced dog owners.......2007-08-01
If you already own a dog and have given them any sort of obedience training, most of this book is either irrelevant or redundant to what you probably already know. Mr. Kilcommons essentially gives you tips on how to have a well-behaved dog, then applies those lessons to having children in the house. While these are important lessons, his approach is neither unique nor revolutionary. And this is a teeny tiny book! Barely 80 pages, I read it in less than an hour, skimming much of the early sections (choosing the right dog for you, whether to adopt a puppy or an older dog etc. - chapters completely irrelevant for someone who's trying to train the dog they already HAVE rather than the one they don't own YET.) It wasn't a bad book, but there were very few tips that I will find useful in introducing our dogs to our soon-to-arrive child.
good book that covers a variety of dog proofing topics.......2007-05-06
This is a short, easy read with good, common sense advice concerning dogs and children. The book covers how to introduce your dog to children, toddlers, babies, etc. It's worth a read for anyone who is expecting as well.
Good but not great.......2007-04-07
I thought this book was good, but not great. I liked that it had ways to introduce a dog into a family with kids, as well as introducing a new baby into the home with a dog. I felt this book was for a dog that hasn't had any, or very much formal training. My dogs are trained; I've just slacked on the follow through. Good book, just didn't work for my needs.
Bought as a gift - friend said it was EXTREMELY USEFUL.......2006-12-25
Our dogs had puppies and when we put them up for adoption we made alot of new friends. One of them because pregnant about a year after adopting OUR BABY . . . she was very concerned about her puppy baby adapting to HER baby, so I bought the book for her in addition to a few other things. She told me it was VERY helpful - because she really didn't know what to do, she had treated her puppy like a baby for so long, now she was afraid he'd hurt the baby because the baby was getting more attention than he was - that didn'thappen and she said the book was the reason.
A great investment for any DOG LOVERS who are expecting their first child since they adopted their puppy. ESPECIALLY if you "baby" your pupppy, you need to learn how to adjust him / her to the little bundle that you are about to bring into your home and pay ALL your attention too! The dog will adjust if you do the right things - but you have to start WHILE YOU ARE PREGNANT, or trying to adopt. If you implement this when you bring your baby home - the dog could get mean and hurt your baby! Don't EVER assume that YOUR DOG WON'T DO IT! There are no exceptions to what they may do, it's better to be safe than sorry.
A must have to expecting / or soon to be adopting parents with dogs!
Book Description
Enlightenment doesn’t always come in the form we expect it. It need not be a self-styled guru or a complicated contraption measuring some mysterious quality. Sometimes it’s as close as the chocolate lab bounding happily through the backyard, or the feisty terrier contentedly curled up on one’s lap for a nap. In the foreword to this thoughtful, wonderfully illustrated gift book, Dr. Bernie Siegel says, “Dogs are healers. . . . They seem to have figured out how to live beautifully so much better than we humans have.” Loosely modeled on 1980’s underground classic The Lazy Man’s Guide to Enlightenment, this charming book celebrates the simple wisdom and that special combination of natural earthiness and subtle spirituality that characterizes humankind’s best friend. Distinctive black-and-white dog images by acclaimed photographer Zachary Folk are accompanied by captions of down-to-earth spiritual wisdom “from” the dogs to their often confused “owners.”
Customer Reviews:
The Lazy Dog's Guide to Enlightment.......2007-08-24
This is one of those cute little books that is a good gift for dog lovers instead of giving them a greeting card. When I bought it I was thinking of a gift so I was happy with the book.
A New Classic of Dog Wisdom.......2007-05-25
This is a classic epic of dog wisdom to be read repeatedly and passed along to the next generation. Dogs hold the key to balance and their message is offered with unconditional love. The photography is stellar, and the authors offer gold nuggets of enlightenment. It is the perfect gift for any dog lover!
loved this book.......2007-04-16
this book has wonderful canine wisdom to share,and it is funny,
and i am going to recommend it to ALL my dog loving friends!!!
Big smile!.......2007-03-15
I wore a big grin the whole time as I read this charming little book. The fundamental and, until now, unrevealed truth of its message -- that our dogs are truly enlightened and we can learn much from them -- is what makes this book so witty and delightful. The artistry of the dog photos is worth noting. I kept going back to admire the variety of pooches pictured. I kept smiling....and contemplating....
Book Description
"For many years, I have been a student of spirituality and states of consciousness. For many more years than that, I've been a student of dogs," says best-selling author Jean Houston, whose study of this subject is the basis of Mystical Dogs. Houston has spent a lifetime bridging the worlds of animals and humans, exploring a realm that pet owners have glimpsed and indigenous peoples have known for millennia. The author identifies dogs, with their deceptively uncomplicated, joyous, loving nature, as custodes animi, guardians of our souls. She shows how animals, particularly dogs, are often the best spiritual teachers. For example, in Houston's hands, a seemingly simple story, such as a man saying goodbye to his beloved dog, becomes a striking metaphor about personal and planetary transformation.
Customer Reviews:
Amazing woman.......2007-01-22
This book could be life-changing for those people who believe that animals have powers beyond the simple realm of their daily reality. I was most impressed with her writing, her worldly experiences and her genuineness. I actually went on her website and listened to a conference she had that had been taped. WOW. This is one dynamic human being with a heart as big as Texas. I love dogs--always have--and she captures something about them that even I hadn't given them credit for. It's definitely not an easy read, however and you must pause, put the book down and reflect on her ideas.
Mystical Dogs is an astounding book.......2004-03-11
Jean Houston is one of the most remarkable figures in Humanistic Psychology and consciousness studies of the 20th and 21st century. This book is simply luminous and a great treasure. Anybody who seeks the spiritual path and/or adores four legged friends will love this book. The pictures of Jean and her dogs are also truly wonderful. Hats off to Jean and her brilliant and loyal canine friends.
An absorbing saga of metaphysical enlightenment.......2003-03-04
Mystical Dogs: Animals As Guides To Our Inner Life by Jean Houston is about the transcendental value of animal companionship in general, and the love of dogs in particular. Indeed, our animal companions can be the starting point to a mystical gateway and an awakened consciousness. An absorbing saga of metaphysical enlightenment and abiding memories for beloved animal companions, Mystical Dogs is enthusiastically recommended reading for New Age animal lovers.
Let's talk to the animals - more!.......2003-02-23
This book is a great gift for humanity.
A former President of the American Association of Humanistic Psychology, Jean is a prolific writer and multi-talented teacher in the field of human potential,sacred psychology,spiritual pathways,consciousness and inner awareness. Her work involves the intertwining of disciplines on the quest for spiritual renewal within the whole development of the individual.
In this her nineteenth book, Jean shares her profound knowledge and wonderful sense of humour, about her experiences with the dogs that have been her companions throughout her journey from early childhood.
She describes eight stages of the spiritual or mystic path which each dog enhanced for her. She calls her dogs, friends of our spirit and guardians of the soul. Advocating the deep spiritual connection between humans and animals that can help us on our path to become one with nature and the divine.
Fans of the author, and those not yet familiar with her writings will have their minds expanded, their spirits filled with wonder and their hearts and souls uplifted as they are touched by the sheer genius and simplicity of this 'breath of fresh air' book.
I am going back to my Tonkinese cats to thank them for what they teach me! As Dr Doolittle did, let's talk to the animals -more!
I Know What You're Thinking . . . ........2003-01-24
You're thinking, "mystical dogs? Yeah. Right." You're thinking, "Forget dogs. Cats (hampsters, pigeons, nemotodes) rule." Or,"mystical what???" If so, you're apt not to be alone. There's a big "however" here: HOWEVER, Mystical Dogs is one read to hang your inner-child's hat on. The book boasts the intricate simplicity which hallmarks genius. Fact is, if you have, or have had, a canine buddy and know the joys, the wonders such kinship brings, you'll be revisiting a much-loved realm. If -- and there's that word again -- however, your idea of a dog coincides with a four-legged type that bummed a ride with Noah, strolled off the ark straight into your hydrangea bush, you will indeed be revisioning your untutored little perception. Chances are, when you read this book, you are going to go and, I might add, gleefully, to the dogs.
Fact is: Jean Houston has given us a gift. She has yanked spirituality off its high-falutin pedestal, framed it in compelling language and winsome anecdote. She has placed Spirit at eye-level. This vantage point lets us discern that which might otherwise elude us: numinous gleanings, transcendent knowings and ineffable intimations. Thanks to the author's lack of pretense, we readers become enlightened even as we encounter the dearest of creatures, the funniest of situations. Fact is: dogs, uh-huh, dogs (!) have something to teach us. Those unlikely teachings are, Houston demonstates, unsurpassed by human prayer or pilgrimage.
Book Description
One Important Reason for the success of the human/dog relationship is the dog's ability to adapt to human environments and requirements. Housetraining is a prime example, but when humans "humanize" housetraining, points out the Evans Guide, the result is havoc. Now, for all puppies and older dogs and their owners, celebrated dog trainer Job Michael Evans presents a sensible, effective approach to do the job once, fast and right. The author's Access system is a powerful tool that gets the results you want. Learn how to give a "correction with a connection" so Rascal knows his mistake and not to repeat it. The support you need to succeed, in the form of handy schedules, summary sheets, photos and diagrams are all included. There are also important, special chapters for trainers, breeders, pet store operators and shelter personnel to help clients with housetraining. With understanding and humor, Job Michael Evans guides you through the housetraining process to move you and your dog to a lasting partnership—the human/dog relationship as it was meant to be.
Customer Reviews:
The BEST.......2006-03-31
If you follow this method, it's flawless. I've recommended this book to no less than 25 people, and no one has said it doesn't work. It's short, to the point, and if you consistantly follow it, you will have a housetrained dog in no time.
Outdated techniques.......2006-03-20
While there are some good tips in this book, I find most of the training methods to be outdated. The conventional wisdom these days is that positive reinforcement, not physical discipline, is the most effective dog training method. I would agree with today's conventional wisdom. There are many more up to date books on the subject of canine house training available today. No need to spend your money on this one.
Most effective house-training book I've seen.......2001-09-13
Clearest, easiest, most effective house-training book I've seen. I had a lot of trouble house-training my dog: it was my first dog, and a shelter puppy, plus I had a roommate trying to housetrain a dog of his own and we didn't see eye-to-eye on how to do housetraining. Difficult situation: it dragged on for months, with ruined carpets etc. I picked up this book, and I swear resolved the situation very quickly after that. Good stuff.
This book should go home with EVERY new puppy!!.......2001-03-21
Of all the dog housebreaking books on the market, this one is far and away one of the best. It is written in Job Michael Evans' usual manner...intelligent, without boring the first-time dog owner with technical jargon; lighthearted and funny (and we need all the humor we can get when housebreaking!); and best of all...he realizes that REAL people with JOBS buy puppies!!
Some authors expect the average dog owner to put their pup out every two or three hours - and suggest that you're a failure as an owner if you don't!!! When I was teaching dog training classes, this book was 'required reading'. My dogs are usually housebroken in about 2 weeks with his methods.
Start with a healthy puppy from a responsible, caring breeder, add this book and a great Puppy Kindergarten trainer...and you'll get through the rough parts of puppy raising with minimal stress - and minimal damage to your carpets!! :-)
I own, exhibit and occasionally breed Rhodesian Ridgebacks - and I send this book home with every puppy-buyer a few weeks before the puppy goes it's new home.
wonderful, thought provoking book.......1999-05-09
Not only does this book explain how to train your dog, it explains WHY you should do it this way. After reading this book I thought about every "untrainable" dog I have known and could see the mistakes that the owners had made in their attempts to train them. We are getting a new puppy soon, and am delighted to have this information to guide me.
Book Description
Give Your Yorkie the Best Possible Care—for Life!
As a caring Yorkshire Terrier owner, you want the best for your pet. But you may not know all the special steps you need to take to raise a happy, healthy Yorkie.
Your Yorkshire Terrier's Life was written with one purpose in mind—to give you the most up-to-date information and guidance you need about the health, nutrition, training, and care of your dog. Reviewed by a nationally known veterinarian, this book shows you how to give your Yorkshire Terrier the best life possible—whether you've just welcomed a new puppy into your family or adopted an older dog.
Includes a special training section written by renowned training expert Liz Palika.
Inside—What Every Yorkshire Terrier Owner Wants to Know:
·Is a Yorkshire Terrier the right dog for me?
·How do I choose the best food for each stage of my Yorkie's life?
·Do Yorkshire Terriers make good companions for children?
·How often should I groom my Yorkie?
·What's the best way to house-train my Yorkshire Terrier?
·Will my Yorkshire Terrier get along with my other pets?
·How do I ensure that my Yorkshire Terrier gets the best-possible medical care?
Customer Reviews:
Very little breed specific information.......2006-12-20
The fact that this book is mostly made up of generic dog information is only part of the problem. I picked up this book because I wanted more information on Yorkies specifically. Since Yorkies are so small, there's a lot of stuff that may be different when caring for them as compared to, say, a Golden Retriever. Don't get me wrong; much of that kind of information is universal, and it is helpful to know the things that apply to all dogs. But this book is being sold as a book about caring for Yorkies, and that is what I expected. There are many generic dog care books out there, and frankly, many of them are much better than this one.
Aside from that, this book is poorly written and edited. I found many grammatical and syntactic errors in the first few chapters.
I also have Yorkshire Terriers for Dummies, and I think it is a much better book than this one. Choose that one instead.
Your Yorkshire Terrier's Life.......2006-03-22
Great book for anyone who is planning on getting a Yorkie and an awesome reference for you after you get your Yorkie !! I have had my 2 Yorkies for 4 weeks and have referenced it MANY times. I highly recommend it.
Your Yorkshire Terriers Life.......2006-03-15
Alot of good information I didn't know. Very helpful for someone who has never had one of these unique little doggies.This book probably helped to save my puppies life by describing symptoms of a genetic disease common to Yorkies I kept persuing answers to my dogs unusual behavior. He eventalyy was diagnosed with a liver shunt and under went surgery 2 weeks ago. All is GREAT now.
A lot of health information........2004-06-22
I found this book to be helpful. I am not yet a Yorkie owner but a Yorkie owner in training. This book has a great deal of health-related information about Yorkies, including the standards tips for raising a puppy vs. an adult dog. It was very similar to The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yorkshire Terriers, by Liz Palika, which I liked better for the information regarding potty training and obedience training.
Clear advice for new Yorkie owners.......2004-04-09
I've been researching purchasing a Yorkie puppy (as a pet and companion not to show or breed) and this is the best of the books on caring for the breed that I've read thus far. I started with Janet Jackson's book and the Complete Idiot's Guide to Yorkshire Terriers by Liz Palika. Both are very good, but I found Gewirtz's book to be more thorough for my needs. It doesn't just stress the importance of socialization or obedience training, but tells you the right age to begin these processes. Also, the information is presented in a clear, well-organized fashion. It's simply easier to find the information you need. Obviously, you shouldn't just buy one book on the breed or raising your dog, but this should definitely be on your list.
Book Description
Do our dogs experience the equivalent of infancy and puberty? Do they go through the terrible teens or struggle with midlife crises? And what can we do to ensure they take each step in stride? In The Seven Ages of Man's Best Friend, best-selling author Jan Fennell leads us through the key phases of a dog's development by uniquely defining the seven ages of our dogs. In a fresh, new approach to the subject, Jan charts a dog's life in stages: the buoyant, boundless energy of the Puppy and the Pioneer, the troublesome teens that are the ages of the Playboy and the Protégé, the difficult middle years of the Pretender and the Protector, and the twilight years of the Pensioner.
The book works as a comprehensive guide to coping with the problems that crop up at particular times in a dog's development, including training and vaccinations as well as puberty and parenthood.
In The Dog Listener, Jan Fennell changed the way we think about our dogs. Now, in her most important book since, Jan once more challenges conventional thinking and puts forward an alternative view of the dog's world. It is a book you will want to read straight through -- then keep close at hand for years.
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A classic natural pet-care book from two celebrated veterinary specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment, and natural healing for pets, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats offers valuable natural and holistic advice on a host of pet topics, including, but not limited to, diet, exercise, environment, coping with a pet's death, and how to care for a sick animal. In addition to their thorough discussion of the above, Richard Pitcairn, D.V.M., and his wife, Susan Hubble Pitcairn, M.S., offer a comprehensive "quick reference" section on animal illnesses, organized alphabetically and including a brief description of each illness, preventative measures that may be taken, and holistic and natural treatment options for both dogs and cats--treatments that should always be discussed with one's vet before being used. Occasional line drawings, informative graphs, and the Pitcairn's intelligent prose make this guide a must-have for pet owners interested in a natural lifestyle for their pets.
Book Description
Now completely updated and revised, this is an expanded edition of the classic natural pet-care book by veterinarian Richard H. Pitcairn and his wife Susan Pitcairn-- both renowned specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment and natural healing for pets. Written with the warmth and compassion that have won the Pitcairns a nationwide following, this guide will help you select the most compatible dog or cat for your own lifestyle-- and show you how to provide the very best in companionship, healing, nutrition and lifelong care. Since its publication more than a decade ago, the Pitcairns' book has become the definitive guide to a natural lifestyle for dogs and cats.A comprehensive, thorough reference, this pet-lover's companion will tell you:* How to choose a healthy animal* Dozens of recipes for delicious, economical, healthful pet food-- with completely updated tables, charts and nutritional guidelines* How to give your pet a checkup* What's really in pet foods-- and which ones to avoid to ensure your pet's best health* Special diets for special pets* A guide to handling emergencies that includes techniques for external heart massage, artificial respiration and control of bleedingPLUS:An in-depth, alphabetical "Quick Reference" section that gives specific instructions for preventing, diagnosing and treating a wide variety of animal diseases and disorders-- from abscesses, allergies and behavior problems to vaccination risks, weight problems and worms. The Pitcairns' approach is drug-free and holistic-- with special attention to homeopathic and alternative remedies and treatments.
Customer Reviews:
Not that useful.......2007-06-17
Many people swear by this book, but I don't find it that essential. Most of the information was not especially useful or was common knowledge. Mainly I disagree with Pitcairn's use of grains in a dogs diet. Instead, I recommend New Choices in Natural Healing Dogs & Cats and The Nature of Animal Healing.
Hesitating to purchase this book.......2007-04-30
Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be a forum for questions that can be asked concerning Dr. Pitcairn's latest edition of his book, so I am
hesitating to purchase it. I own the 1982 edition and wonder if it has been updated as far as recommendations of diet- specifically foods that have been deemed dangerous to dogs and cats- as one reviewer mentioned, raisins. I have recently heard of onions and garlic included as dangerous foods for dogs and cats, and Dr. Pitcairn's earlier book is laced with encouragement for feeding them to our pets. As someone who is severely allergic to onions myself, I have learned that they lurk in MANY places and in various forms. Onion powder is just as detrimental for me as raw onion, and is found in chili powder and many other spice combinations, soy sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, chicken broth, vegetable broths, bouillon, tomato sauce, even canned beans, especially the organic varieties. I avoid feeding anything that might contain these to my dogs. I wonder if the revised edition of Dr. Pitcairn's book includes cautions about feeding onions and garlic to pets? Since I cannot find an answer to my question without purchasing the book, I will continue to hesitate to do so.
The best book to improve your pets health and keep them healthy!.......2006-04-05
I can't praise this book enough. It has literally saved me hundreds of dollars in pet care costs and more importantly saved at least one of my pets' life. I've owned my copy for at least eight years. I have a Weimaraner with allergies which this book has kept her allergy free without the prescriptions recommended by the vet.
More recently I had a cat with a blocked urethra, common in male cats, which can also lead to a rapid and painful death if they are completely blocked. The emergency vet wanted $1500 to catheter and care for the cat for two days with antibiotics etc. I opted to have them do the catheter ($300) and took him home to care for him. I followed the books instructions. He did great right away by giving him the vitamins the book suggests and the prescription food the vet suggested. But after two weeks of being 100% well he started to have blood in his urine again, the first sign of the problem. Then I realized that I had slacked off on the vitamins the book suggests, (vitamin C, and some others). I had mistakenly assumed the "prescription" food would be good enough. I immediately gave him the books homeopathic remedy followed by the books recommended vitamins and their "Healthy Powder" (recipe in the book) and his problem cleared up the next day and he has had no signs of any problem since. He is in the best health he's ever known! And I'm being smarter about his needs.
If you care about your pets, believe in their own abilities to heal, and natural and holistic approaches to pet health, this book is the best; it's the one I go to first to find the answers to my pet's problems.
Inaccurate advice and some expensive suggestions.......2006-03-03
I read this book hoping to find another way to try and treat my dogs skin problems and with the interest to start feeding him more rare food (less kibble).
However this book tends toward more of an extreme view STRONGLY recommending only feeding your pet human organic food and bottled water (i love my dog but if I dont drink bottled water and eat organic food he doesnt need to). There were 3 "booster mix" recipes to add to a kibble diet that were okay.
The recipes seem expensive, especially if you have large dogs, but the ingredients are broken down and ordered by cost per protein gram on a handy chart.
The biggest flaws were the suggestions that we just inaccurate. For instance recommending dried fruits such raisins, when in fact raisins, like chocolate, grapes, and alcohol are toxic to dogs. PLEASE DONT FEED THOSE TO YOUR DOGS!!!! Inaccuracies like that make me question the validity of the rest of the book. I would recommend double checking any advice from this book before following it.
One of the best.......2006-02-05
This is one of the best books on the market that cover natural care and feeding of dogs and cats. It includes balanced recipes complete with easy to make supplements, and a wealth of information on how to care for all sorts of issues and problems the natural way. I strongly recommend having a copy of this book on the shelf for any pet owner.
I have owned two copies of Dr Pitcairn's book ... both the first release, which I simply wore out and, when it was re-released in the new edition, I bought a copy of that as well.
If you're considering purchasing this book, don't hesitate any longer. You won't regret it.
Book Description
Man’s best friend has always been a source of comfort and calm for owners—and that makes the combination of dogs and Desiderata such a superb match. Each phrase in the poem receives just the right accompanying image: a black Lab resting quietly on the beach illustrates “and remember what peace there may be in silence.” A cute mutt with its face cocked to the side—as if concentrating on a conversation—demonstrates what it means to “listen to others.” A pair consisting of one large and one small doggie reveals the truth that: “For always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.” Every dog lover will be charmed.
Book Description
Having a baby should be an exciting and celebratory time for parents-to-be. However, if there is a pet in the household, there may be concern about how he will react to a newborn addition to the family.
And Baby Makes Four provides expecting parents with straightforward instructions on how to prepare the family dog for a new baby's arrival. Written by a behaviorist and mother, this useful guide helps to address specific pet behaviors that may concern parents-to-be, including possessiveness, jealousy, fear of new people and new situations, inappropriate jumping, and chewing on baby toys. The chapters are arranged chronologically by trimester, continuing through childbirth and the arrival of the newborn baby, to help your dog adjust to changes in the home. The book also features an assortment of contemporary, eye-catching illustrations that highlight and define key information from the text.
If you wish to guide your pet through your pregnancy and help ensure a loving relationship between him and your new baby, And Baby Makes Four can show you how to be a leader to your dog while reinforcing his status within the family dynamic.
Customer Reviews:
Great!.......2007-10-11
Great book to read. Provides very good techniques that anyone can use and are not violent/aggressive. Some tips are obvious, but good to read and refresh your mind on how to read and react to your animals behavior.
Excellent Resource.......2007-09-09
This book gives excellent, clear instruction on how to prepare your fur-kids for the new baby. I didn't get it until my 3rd trimester, but it's still working tremendously well. I highly recommend it!
Easy, Fast Reading; Helpful Information.......2007-07-30
This book is very easy to read and follow along with the train of thought. Guidelines are basic for getting your dog used to the idea of a new baby. I think it needs to be a good start for dog owners and not the only book on the subject that they consult and I should agree that consulting a professional should always happen first and continue if a problem behavior is noted or the dog owners are especially nervous about dealing with dog and baby.
And Baby Makes Four is a "must-have" for any dog owners who plan on becoming parents........2007-06-10
Written by dog behavior specialist Penny-Scott Fox, And Baby Makes Four: A Trimester-by-Trimester Guide to a Baby-Friendly Dog is a practical, easy-to-use guide to dog training written especially for expectant parents. The first trimester covers a health check and status reduction program; after ensuring that one's dog is healthy, one must acclimate the dog to accepting a lower rank in the family and not getting its own way - not sleeping in the human bedroom, not feeding the dog before anyone else in the house, teaching him to respond to commands always, and not just when he feels like it, etc. The second trimester involves professional training if needed, teaching the dog not to destroy or bury baby toys, desensitizing the dog to baby sounds, and modifying problem behavior, particularly aggression, jumping up, or fear of strangers. The third trimester involves acclimating the dog to baby smells, leash training, and jumbling the dog's routine so that it doesn't expect or demand to be fed/walked/etc. on a precisely specific schedule (a schedule that the coming of a new baby will be likely to sporadically mix up). Written in plain terms, with professional techniques spelled out in easy-to-follow steps, And Baby Makes Four is a "must-have" for any dog owners who plan on becoming parents.
Terrific Book.......2007-05-09
Easy to read, helpful, informative, and great training tips for the entire family.
Book Description
Give Your Border Collie the Best Possible Care—for Life!
As a caring Border Collie owner, you want the best for your pet. But you may not know all the special steps you need to take to raise a happy, healthy Border Collie.
Your Border Collie's Life was written with one purpose in mind—to give you the most up-to-date information and guidance you need about the health, nutrition, training, and care of your dog. Reviewed by a nationally known veterinarian, this book shows you how to give your Border Collie the best life possible—whether you've just welcomed a new puppy into your family or adopted an older dog.
Includes a special training section written by renowned training expert Liz Palika.
Inside—What Every Border Collie owner wants to know:
·Is a Border Collie the right dog for me?
·How much exercise—and what kind—will keep my Border Collie happy?
·Which training techniques work best with the intelligent Border Collie?
·Can I prevent my Border Collie from herding children and pets?
·How can I keep my Border Collie from being destructive when I'm not at home?
·What is the best type of diet for my high-energy Border Collie?
Customer Reviews:
Primer for every first time bornder collie owner!.......2007-08-10
An essential book for every new border collie owner. This book covers all the basics: from puppy selection to rearing, from training to feeding. This IS your reference manual. Call is 'Border Collies for Dummies'. I am new to the breed, and these dogs truly are differernt. So glad to have found this book. Don't let other reviewers steer you away: this book is definitely about border collies. I recommend buying 2-3 books on border collies, since there will be differing perspectives and opinions on some matters. Also, there are unique insights that other breeders/experts bring to raising and owning a border collie. Either The Ultimate Border Collie or The Working Border Collie is a good companion to this book.
Insightful.......2003-10-06
This is a well written, easy to read, guide. The authors are knowledgeable and expressive. Subject coverage is complete and this book is an excellent addition to one's BC library.
Too Nonspecific.......2002-10-14
This book is okay, but I was disappointed to see how much general dog information is included in the book. This information applies to all dogs, not just Border Collies. I've got many books to use as a resource for this type of general info. I am looking for Border Collie specific information and found only a small part of this book dedicated strictly to Border Collies. Very disappointing.
A wonderful book! A real Winner.......2001-03-03
If you have any questions on Border Collies,this is the book to have!I was very impressed.It is filled with all kinds of doggie tips & fun facts.This covers all aspects of this wonderful dog.It includes chapters on why you might want a Border Collie,preparing to bring you dog home,grooming,training, and for those of you who already have a Border Collie, curbing the herding instinct & correcting problems such as barking or biting. A wonderful book to have, I loved it.
A very informative book about Border collies.......2001-02-26
This book is a wonderful book if you want to know all about border collies. It offers a detailed description of all aspects of dog care, breed-specific training tips, and all the facts about Border Collies. If you are thinking about getting a border collie puppy or adult this is a very informative resource. I highly recommend it.
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- Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
- Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
- Dr. Pitcairn's New Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
- Draw 50 Cats: The Step-by-Step Way to Draw Domsetic Breeds, Wild Cats, Cuddly Kittens, and Famous Felines
- Easter Bunnies Everywhere (Top This! Book)
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Recommended Books
- Lean Thinking : Banish Waste and Create Wealth in Your Corporation, Revised and Updated
- Dragon Wing
- The Mixed Economic Progress of Immigrants
- The Way Things Are: The De Rerum Natura
- A Game as Old as Empire: The Secret World of Economic Hit Men and the Web of Global Corruption
- Building Codes Illustrated: A Guide to Understanding the International Building Code
- Animals in African Art: From the Familiar to the Marvelous
- The Plot Against America: A Novel
- Understanding Hedged Scale Trading
- Monsieur Ibrahim and the Flowers of the Koran & Oscar and the Lady in Pink
Training
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There's A Baby in the House: Preparing your Dog for the Arrival of your Child
Your Dog and Your Baby: A Practical Guide
Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies
Adopting the Racing Greyhound
Living with Kids and Dogs...Without Losing Your Mind
