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)

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)

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 commands—like Sit, Stay, and Come—and 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.    • When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works.    • How and how often to bath your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth.    • How to know what requires a trip to the vet and what doesn’t.    • What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

  • ASIN: 1465451099
  • ISBN: 1465451099
  • Brand: imusti
  • Manufacturer: Alpha

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend: The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition)

How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend: The Classic Training Manual for Dog Owners (Revised & Updated Edition)

  • UPC: 783324877526
  • ASIN: 0316610003
  • ISBN: 0316610003
  • Brand: Little Brown and Company
  • Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition)

The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition)

For more than thirty years the Monks of New Skete have been among America's most trusted authorities on dog training, canine behavior, and the animal/human bond. 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.

  • UPC: 787721982173
  • ASIN: 0316083275
  • ISBN: 0316083275
  • Brand: Little Brown and Company
  • Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

Training Your German Shepherd Dog (Training Your Dog Series)

Training Your German Shepherd Dog (Training Your Dog Series)

2018 winner of the Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) award for best book on training and sportsDiscover the best training methods for your German Shepherd! Books in Barron's Training Your Dog series offer breed-specific advice on virtually every aspect of canine training, including housetraining, obedience to basic verbal commands and hand signals, and walking on a leash. Also covered are humane methods of breaking a dog's bad habits. The German Shepherd is intelligent and a quick learner, which makes him highly trainable. However, training this fine dog should begin early in life. German Shepherds are best suited to owners who can offer gentle, positive leadership and consistent training methods. Includes full color photos throughout, as well as some instructive step-by-step color photos.

  • ASIN: 1438010508
  • ISBN: 1438010508
  • Manufacturer: B.E.S. Publishing

101 Dog Tricks: Step by Step Activities to Engage, Challenge, and Bond with Your Dog

101 Dog Tricks: Step by Step Activities to Engage, Challenge, and Bond with Your Dog

101 Dog Tricks is an international bestseller in 18 languages with over a half-million copies sold worldwide! This beautifully designed book features step-by-step instructions with easy-to-follow color photos of each step. Each trick is rated with a difficulty rating and prerequisites to get you started quickly. Tips and troubleshooting boxes cover common problems, while Build on it! ideas suggest more complicated tricks that build on each new skill.Tricks range from simple ones like Sit, Shake Hands, Fetch, and Roll Over, to extraordinary ones like Tidy Up Your Toys into the Toybox and Get a Soda from the Fridge. Organized by theme, it's easy to find the next trick to work on with your dog. Just a few of the themes to choose from:Chores, such as Newspaper Delivery and Get Your LeashFunny tricks, such as Doggy Push-ups and Play the PianoDancing, such as Moonwalk and Chorus Line KicksLove, such as Kisses and Wave Goodbye Trick training will help you bond with your dog and integrate him or her into your family. Tricks also help keep your dog mentally and physically healthy and establish paths of communication between you. Many tricks build skills used in dog sports, dog dancing, and dog therapy work. 101 Dog Tricks will inspire you to do more with your dog! Millions of people have found success with Kyra Sundance's step-by-step techniques—and you can, too.

  • UPC: 080665001802
  • ASIN: 1592533256
  • ISBN: 1592533256
  • Brand: Quayside Pub Group
  • Manufacturer: Quarry Books

Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days

Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days

The celebrity dog trainer and Emmy-winning star of the CBS show Lucky Dog shares his training system to transform any dog—from spoiled purebred puppy to shelter-shocked rescue—into a model companion in just seven days.Each week on Lucky Dog, Brandon McMillan rescues an untrained, unwanted, "unadoptable" shelter dog. In the days that follow, these dogs undergo a miraculous transformation as they learn to trust McMillan, master his 7 Common Commands, and overcome their behavior problems—ultimately becoming well-mannered pets and even service dogs. With his labor of love complete, McMillan unites each dog with a forever family. Now, in his first book, McMillan shares the knowledge he has gained working with thousands of dogs of every breed and personality to help readers turn their own pets into well-trained Lucky Dog graduates. Lucky Dog Lessons begins with the basics—building trust, establishing focus and control, and mastering training techniques. From there, McMillan explains his playful, careful, and kind approach to training the 7 Common Commands he teaches every dog: SIT, STAY, DOWN, COME, OFF, HEEL, and NO. Next, McMillan provides solutions to common canine behavior problems, including house training issues, door dashing, chewing, barking, and common mealtime misbehaviors. Lucky Dog Lessons includes easy-to-follow steps, illustrative examples, tried-and-true tips and tricks, and photographs to demonstrate each technique. Throughout the book, McMillan shares inspiring stories about his favorite students and gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at the show and some of his most unique and challenging canine encounters, including some never-before-seen outtakes.Brandon McMillian believes that no dog is beyond saving, and the loving, positive, successful methods he offers will work wonders with even the most challenging dog. Create the happy pet family you want with Lucky Dog Lessons.

  • ASIN: 0062479024
  • ISBN: 0062479024
  • Manufacturer: HarperOne

German Shepherds For Dummies

German Shepherds For Dummies

Everybody thinks they know the German Shepherd. Many of us grew up with Rin Tin Tin, or we saw German Shepherds in nightly news reports breaking up riots, or we saw them in neighbors’ backyards protecting children. But that only scratches the surface of one of the most fascinating and confusing breeds on earth. Whether it’s selection, nutrition, routine health care, training, competition, or just having fun, there’s more to it with a German Shepherd than with other breeds. And if you’re thinking about adding one to your family, or you already have one, you need to know all you can about this breed. Which is where German Shepherds For Dummies comes in. Is this noble and intelligent breed the right dog for you and your family? German Shepherds For Dummies provides the answer to this and all your questions about getting, caring for, and living with this loveable breed. Lifelong German Shepherd owner and longtime German Shepherd breeder, trainer, and exhibitor, Carline Coile, PhD ,gets you up and running with what you need to know to: Find and communicate with reputable breeders Choose the right German Shepherd for you Housebreak and socialize your new puppy Educate yourself and your dog Handle behavioral problems Participate in competitions Dr. Coile provides insights into the German Shepherd temperament and loads of sensible, easy-to-follow advice, along with fun facts and Shepherd trivia, amusing and informative anecdotes, and tips on how to have a great time with your dog. Discover how to: Understand how to communicate with your German Shepherd Train your German Shepherd Find a good trainer and attend classes Deal with hereditary health problems Feed and exercise your German Shepherd Recognize, prevent and treat common health problems Have loyal friend for life The indispensable guide for you and your German Shepherd, German Shepherds For Dummies is the only book you’ll need to help you have the best possible experience with this handsome and sensitive... [Read More]

  • UPC: 785555037755
  • ASIN: 0764552805
  • ISBN: 0764552805
  • Brand: For Dummies
  • Manufacturer: For Dummies

U.S. Military Working Dog Training Handbook

U.S. Military Working Dog Training Handbook

Learn how to train your dog exactly as the U.S. military trains its canine soldiers. This manual is the Department of Defense’s principle source of information on care, conditioning, and training of our nation’s Military Working Dogs – such as “Cairo,” the canine who served in the raid that killed Bin Laden. From basics, such as “HEEL” and “STAY” to negotiating obstacle courses, to tracking, searching, and even attacking . . . this manual shows readers how our military trains their dogs to be the best trained canines in the world. Contents include: * Veterinary Training Priorities  * Principles of Conditioning and Behavior Modification  * Patrol Dog Training   * Clear Signals Training Method  * Deferred Final Response  * Detector Dog Training Validation  * The Military Working Dog (WMD Program)  * Facilities and Equipment  * And more…  

  • ASIN: 0762780320
  • ISBN: 0762780320
  • Brand: Brand: Lyons Press
  • Manufacturer: Lyons Press

Your German Shepherd Puppy Month By Month

Your German Shepherd Puppy Month By Month

Your German Shepherd Puppy Month-by-Month 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 commands-like Sit, Stay, and Come-and 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. When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works. How and how often to bath your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth. How to know what requires a trip to the vet and what doesn't. What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

  • ASIN: 1615642226
  • ISBN: 1615642226
  • Brand: Brand: ALPHA
  • Manufacturer: ALPHA

German Shepherd Training: The Complete Guide To Training the Best Dog Ever

German Shepherd Training: The Complete Guide To Training the Best Dog Ever

The Essential Guide To Training Your German Shepherd“Dog Lovers, Get Ready ... Rhodes’ Second Book Gives the People the Essential Strategies To Become the Pack Leader.”—Daily Dog“You Owe Yourself a Visit To Rhodes’ School For Dogs, Where Members Range From Border Collie Pups To Great Danes To Just About Everything In Between.”—The Santa Monica CourantThis comprehensive, illustrated book draws upon Antony’s years of dog training experience, including over 12 years with his own dog, Max.The German Shepherd is intelligent and a quick learner, which makes it highly trainable. In fact, many consider them to be the smartest of all animals. This book contains the strategies you’ll need to master the skill of German Shepherd training.You Will Learn Exactly How To:House TrainSet up its spacePrepare it for when you’re not homePotty trainBasic CommandsSit commandLay commandCome commandStay commandLeave commandAdvanced CommandsGo to placesGo to peopleRoll commandBeg commandHeel commandAnd much, much more!Includes Free Bonus Book: Backyard Chickens: the Ultimate Guide To Raising Your Own Chickens!Don’t Miss Out, Get Your Copy Now!

  • ASIN: 1980981884
  • ISBN: 1980981884
  • Manufacturer: Independently published