Should I let my dog sleep in bed with me? Can my puppy share my dinner? How do I keep my dog happy while IÆm away at work? As more and more singles share their homes with dogs (rather than mates), they face unique challenges. From what to do when your puppy poops in your shoes to how to train your dog to play nice with your new date, this guide answers all the questions you should ask before and after bringing home your new furry companions. Whether you have adopted an adult dog or are raising a puppy, international dog rescuer and author Betsy Rosenfeld offers practical, reassuring advice based on the experience of countless singles and their dogs. A single herself, Rosenfeld reveals all you need to know to live happily ever with their Prince, Baron, or Queenie.

That's one of the most dreaded questions children ask. This book helps you give the right answer--even if that answer is "no." It reminds you that getting a dog is making a commitment, and that an adorable, little puppy can turn into a boisterous, big dog. It helps you take a realistic look at your family situation and the challenges and rewards of dog ownership so you can objectively answer questions such as: * Is your lifestyle suitable for a family dog? * What is involved with responsible dog ownership, and how much will it cost? * How much can you reasonably count on the kids to help once the newness of owning a dog has worn off? * What breed or mix will best fit your family? * How do you find the right dog? * How do you train the dog? If you decide to take the plunge and get a Chihuahua, Rottweiler, Poodle, Golden Retriever, Dachshund, or mixed breed, "Please, Oh Please Can We Get a Dog?" helps you get off to a good start so you and your kids can experience the joys of dog ownership for years to come.

"House training your dog has never been easier with this step-by-step guide." Are you a new dog owner or struggling with a dog that just won't seem to get the hang of house training? Look no further! "House Training 101: A Comprehensive Guide for Dog Owners" is your go-to guide for all your house training questions and concerns. This book is specifically designed to help you teach your dog proper bathroom habits, whether you're dealing with a new puppy or an older dog that needs a refresher course. With easy-to-follow instructions, practical tips, and expert advice, you'll be on your way to a fully house trained dog in no time. Inside this comprehensive guide, you'll discover: • The Importance of House Training: Understand why it is essential to establish good bathroom habits for your dog. • Setting a House Training Schedule: Learn how to create a routine that suits your dog's needs and your lifestyle. • Crate Training Basics: Discover the benefits of crate training and how to use it effectively during the house training process. • Indoor vs. Outdoor House Training: Explore the pros and cons of both methods and choose the best option for you and your dog. • Dealing with Accidents: Get practical advice on how to handle accidents and setbacks during house training. • House Training Specific Breeds: Learn about breed-specific house training challenges and techniques tailored to your dog's breed. • House Training Puppies: A step-by-step guide to house training your new puppy with patience and consistency. • House Training Rescue Dogs: Understand the unique challenges of house training a rescue dog and how to help them adjust to their new home. • House Training Senior Dogs: Discover tips and tricks for house training older dogs with age-related issues. • Handling Common House Training Issues: Learn how to address common problems like marking, submissive urination, and separation anxiety. • Transitioning to a New Home: Get advice on how to maintain house training success when moving to a new environment. • Using House Training Aids: Understand the role of training aids like puppy pads and dog litter boxes in the house training process. • House Training and Health Issues: Learn how to recognize and address health-related house training challenges. • Reward-Based Training: Discover the power of positive reinforcement in house training and how to use it effectively. • Troubleshooting House Training Issues: Get expert advice on how to overcome common house training obstacles and setbacks. With "House Training 101: A Comprehensive Guide for Dog Owners," you'll be well-equipped to tackle house training and create a happy, harmonious relationship between you and your furry friend. Grab your copy today and unlock the secrets to a well-trained, accident-free dog! Contents: Understanding House Training The Importance of House Training House Training vs. Crate Training Puppy Development Stages and House Training Establishing a Routine Consistency in House Training Creating a Feeding Schedule Establishing Bathroom Break Times Choosing a Potty Area Indoor vs. Outdoor Potty Areas Selecting the Ideal Spot Setting Up an Indoor Potty Area Crate Training Basics Benefits of Crate Training Choosing the Right Crate Size Crate Training Do's and Don'ts Introducing Your Dog to the Crate Making the Crate a Comfortable Space Crate Training Exercises Crate Training Schedules House Training Puppies Best Age to Start House Training Puppy-Specific House Training Techniques Common Puppy House Training Challenges House Training Adult Dogs Assessing Your Adult Dog's Needs Adapting House Training Techniques for Adult Dogs Overcoming House Training Setbacks Positive Reinforcement Reward-Based Training Using Treats and Praise Effectively Marker Words and Clicker Training Dealing with Accidents Responding to Indoor Accidents Cleaning Up Accidents Properly Identifying the Cause of Accidents House Training Specific Breeds Understanding Breed-Specific Challenges Adapting House Training Techniques to Different Breeds Tips for House Training Small Dogs House Training Rescue Dogs The Unique Challenges of Rescue Dogs Building Trust and Confidence House Training Strategies for Rescue Dogs Training for Special Situations House Training During Extreme Weather Traveling and House Training House Training in Apartments and Small Spaces Managing Behavioral Issues Addressing Submissive Urination Dealing with Marking Behavior Preventing Destructive Behaviors Maintaining Good House Training Habits Keeping Your Dog's Routine Consistent Reinforcing Good Behavior Transitioning from Indoor to Outdoor Potty Areas Advanced House Training Techniques Training Your Dog to Use a Doggy Door Teaching Your Dog to Ring a Bell to Go Outside House Training Multiple Dogs at Once House Training and Health Issues Recognizing Medical Conditions that Affect House Training House Training Dogs with Special Needs Consultation with a Veterinarian Enlisting Professional Help When to Seek Professional Help Finding a Qualified Dog Trainer Working with a Dog Behaviorist Preventing Common House Training Mistakes Avoiding Common Pitfalls Setting Realistic Expectations Balancing Patience and Consistency House Training Supplies and Tools Essential House Training Tools Choosing the Right Cleaning Supplies Leashes, Harnesses, and Other Helpful Tools Understanding Dog Body Language Reading Your Dog's Signals Anticipating Your Dog's Needs Responding to Signs of Anxiety or Stress House Training and Socialization Integrating House Training with Socialization Introducing Your Dog to New People and Environments Managing House Training During Playtime and Social Interactions Transitioning to Outdoor House Training Gradual Steps to Outdoor House Training Managing Outdoor Distractions Maintaining a Clean Outdoor Potty Area Conclusion and Resources Troubleshooting House Training Issues Online Resources and Support Celebrating Your Dog's House Training Success

For more than a quarter century, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend has been the standard against which all other dog-training books have been measured. This expanded edition preserves the best features of the original classic while bringing the book fully up-to-date. The result: the ultimate training manual for a new generation of dog owners--and, of course, for their canine best friends. The Monks of New Skete have achieved international renown as breeders of German shepherds and as outstanding trainers of dogs of all breeds. Their unique approach to canine training, developed and refined over four decades, is based on the philosophy that "understanding is the key to communication, compassion, and communion" with your dog. How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend covers virtually every aspect of living with and caring for your dog, including: Selecting a dog (what breed? male? female? puppy or older dog?) to fit your lifestyle Where to get--and where not to get--a dog Reading a pedigree Training your dog or puppy--when, where, and how The proper use of praise and discipline Feeding, grooming, and ensuring your dog's physical fitness Recognizing and correcting canine behavioral problems The particular challenges of raising a dog where you live - in the city, country, or suburb The proper techniques for complete care of your pet at every stage of his or her life In its scope, its clarity, and its authority, How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend remains unrivaled as a basic training guide for dog owners. Like no other book, this guide can help you understand and appreciate your dog's nature as well as his or her distinct personality--and in so doing, it can significantly enrich the life you share with your dog.

The PERFECT guide for any new Bobtail owner! Learn everything you need to know including: Preparing your home for a Sheepdog Training during the first few weeks Proper Nutrition and Diet for a Sheepdog Avoiding the common mistakes most new Old English Sheepdog owners make Exercise tips and Socialization ideas See an Old English Sheepdog in the show ring with its immaculately-groomed, flowing coat and it’s hard to imagine the hard knock life for which they were originally bred. Beneath all that fur and abundant fringe, there lies the heart and soul of a working dog. Big-boned and robust, the Old English Sheepdog is never happier than when at the center of attention or in the middle of the action. First appearing in the mid 1700’s, this comparative newcomer to the canine world was originally bred for the tough life of a drover in Southwest England. Here, they were responsible for driving sheep and cattle to market. It was at this time that they picked up the nickname Bob-Tails because of their docked tails which identified them as working dogs and allowed their owners to avoid paying pet tax. Tasked with guarding and moving sheep and cattle across windswept moors and dales, they are doubly blessed with brain and brawn. Their loyalty and companionship are beyond reproach, but it is the breed’s sense of fun that is as strongly imprinted in their DNA as their instinct to herd. The Old English Sheepdog is often called the clown prince of dogs, which is a great indication of the indelible imprint he leaves on owners and breeders alike. A large breed, adult Old English Sheepdogs reach around 21-22’’ at the shoulder and weigh as much as 80 pounds. Hugely affectionate and attention seeking, they will never be far from their owner’s side. So, if personal space is high on your list of priorities, this may not be the ideal breed for you. As long as an OES is part of the family, it doesn’t matter if you live in a penthouse or a farmhouse. What does matter, though, is exercise and lots of it. Be aware, this love of human company also means that your new best friend will not make a good yard dog. Everything about this breed is larger than life, from their abundant shaggy coat to their outgoing quirky character. They also live to around 12-years of age, so making this affable breed of dog a member of the family is a long-term commitment. For all these reasons, knowledge of this large breed is essential before committing to welcoming one into your family. Are you intending to go down the puppy route, or maybe offering a loving home to a rescue dog? Then the chapters of this guide will provide you with all the information you need to get the best from your big bouncy bob tail.

#1 New York Times Bestseller In this pathbreaking guide, two of the world’s most popular and trusted pet care advocates reveal new science to teach us how to delay aging and provide a long, happy, healthy life for our canine companions. Like their human counterparts, dogs have been getting sicker and dying prematurely over the past few decades. Why? Scientists are beginning to understand that the chronic diseases afflicting humans—cancer, obesity, diabetes, organ degeneration, and autoimmune disorders—also beset canines. As a result, our beloved companions are vexed with preventable health problems throughout much of their lives and suffer shorter life spans. Because our pets can’t make health and lifestyle decisions for themselves, it’s up to pet parents to make smart, science-backed choices for lasting vitality and health. The Forever Dog gives us the practical, proven tools to protect our loyal four-legged companions. Rodney Habib and Karen Becker, DVM, globetrotted (pre-pandemic) to galvanize the best wisdom from top geneticists, microbiologists, and longevity researchers; they also interviewed people whose dogs have lived into their 20s and even 30s. The result is this unprecedented and comprehensive guide, filled with surprising information, invaluable advice, and inspiring stories about dogs and the people who love them. The Forever Dog prescriptive plan focuses on diet and nutrition, movement, environmental exposures, and stress reduction, and can be tailored to the genetic predisposition of particular breeds or mixes. The authors discuss various types of food—including what the commercial manufacturers don’t want us to know—and offer recipes, easy solutions, and tips for making sure our dogs obtain the nutrients they need. Habib and Dr. Becker also explore how external factors we often don’t think about can greatly affect a dog’s overall health and wellbeing, from everyday insults to the body and its physiology, to the role our own lifestyles and our vets’ choices play. Indeed, the health equation works both ways and can travel “up the leash.” Medical breakthroughs have expanded our choices for canine health—if you know what they are. This definitive dog-care guide empowers us with the knowledge we need to make wise choices, and to keep our dogs healthy and happy for years to come.

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 level—leading 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, and—most of all—fun!