The Art of Raising a Puppy

Setting up the whelping area, feeding dam and puppies, socialization, early training, and methods for successful placement are covered in detail. A great book for all breeders and owners. We have been raising dogs over 30 years and found many helpful and timely ideas that we had not seen anywhere else. A must have!


If you want to understand your dog, this book is a must!   October 23, 1998
There are many publications which will talk to you of how to train your dog with proven methods for making them a working part of your life. However, I have read no other publications which will help you to UNDERSTAND your animal more than this book. The Monks of New Skete teach you to see the world as your pup will and to help you to develop a relationship which is comparable to no others you have had in your life. By understanding the animal in your life, this book also teaches you to understand how your actions can be viewed by a species which sees the world through ACTIONS, not words. Thus you learn to understand not only your puppy, but yourself. Needless to say, I believe this is the best book I've ever read on the relationship between human and beast!


Great Confidence Builder   September 28, 1998
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

Spunky, my last dog, lived to the grand age of 19. The new puppy is coming in a month and although I've had dogs all my life, I knew I didn't remember enough about puppies. This book was great. It walks you through the different stages and lets you know how to deal with problems or when to expect some challenges (i.e. the fear stage at 8 to 10 weeks). I feel like my new puppy will be a much better companion because of this book.


A MUST HAVE FOR ALL DOG OWNERS!   September 1, 1998
John Brancaccio Jr. (NY, USA)
As a professional dog trainer I have to say the Monks are right on the mark! Their books are a must read for any and every dog owner. I read them when I first started out and learned more than I thought possible from a book. Read it, Learn it and most importantly Use It! An excellant companion for their other book and video!


A Must-Read for All Dog Owners   August 12, 1998
M.A.
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

I wish I'd had this book when I brought my first puppy home two years ago. She was a nine-week old Rottweiler I named Belle, a darling, if not dimwitted, dear that captured my heart. Unfortunately, I was ill-equipped to handle such a pet, given her breed, eventual size, and youthful energy. Of course, I knew that puppies required a lot of attention, but who had any idea the extent of care that is necessary to raise a good pet, especially one of this size? I certainly didn't! My uncle eventually took her to his home where she'd have lots of room to run around and other big dogs, so I know she's well cared for... still, the experience left an impression on my mind, and I didn't want to make the same mistakes twice if I ever got a puppy again. Well, two years later, as I prepare to bring home a new puppy -- this time, an eight-week old female rat terrier named Daisy -- I picked up this book, determined to be a better pet owner. And I'm grateful to the Monks of New Skete for preparing such a thoughtful, educational text for people like me. From the birth of these loyal, precious animals to testing for temperament, then moving toward training, I've developed a much better understanding of what it means to work with a puppy. Or rather, to train myself. This text is highly recommended for all dog owners, regardless of age, for it contains a wealth of information that should be shared with everyone before bringing home a loving pet such as a dog.