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Congratulations on your new puppy!  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 section is to provide you with the most current links, books and information on raising a puppy, as well as information on the puppy services we offer.

PUPPY TRAINING SERVICES:

puppy training PUPPY HEAD START:

In-Home Training for puppies too young to start group classes or for help with issues not covered in group classes, such as housetraining, chewing, etc.

PUPPY KINDERGARTEN:

Socialization and Beginning Obedience Group Class for puppies 14 weeks to 5 months.  This class focuses on basic obedience skills and manners as well as prevention of behavior problems.

IMPORTANT PUPPY INFORMATION:

What Nobody Told You About Raising a Puppy

Before You Get Your Puppy, by Ian Dunbar
See the follow-up book, After You Get Your Puppy, below.

Sirius Pup Behavior Blueprints

Translating Puppy Talk

New Puppy Supply Checklist

It is a violation of California law to sell 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:

puppy socialization

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:

puppy training book

AFTER YOU GET YOUR PUPPY - Dr. Ian Dunbar

Now you have your puppy, the clock is ticking and you need to meet three more developmental deadlines before your puppy is five months old. Covers Household Etiquette; Home Alone; Socialization with People; Learning Bite Inhibition; The World at Large; Homework Schedules, and a shopping list of books and videos.

Every puppy should come with a copy of this book!

Parenting Your Dog

PARENTING YOUR DOG - Trish King

Analyzes each stage of a dog's physical, mental, and emotional development in great detail; includes sections on puppyhood, adolescence, adulthood and aging, plus problem behavior. Offers numerous tips and guidelines detailing how dogs can adjust to and become part of the family dynamic. Formatted for quick reference.

Practical advice and information.  Trish is one of our favorites!

dog psychology book

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!

dog training book

THE ONLY DOG TRICKS BOOK YOU'LL EVER NEED - Gerilyn Bielakiewicz

We agree!  This little book is packed with great information and tips from basic obedience to tricks.  Gives step-by-step instructions on how to condition a dog to a marker, a great tool for teaching refined behaviors necessary for the best tricks.

 

   
 
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