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 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.
A comphrehensive, wonderfully sensitive book. July 15, 1998
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is a well-written, comphrehensive guide to the process of selecting and raising a puppy. It explains in detail each stage of the puppy's early development, and gives the reader a clear understanding of how the puppy is influenced by what he experiences from birth onwards, then goes on to cover housetraining, training of the puppy, and corrections for common problems. This book is absolutely indispensable to anyone who wants to learn a practical, sensitive and sensible approach to puppy raising. The monks have a wonderful style of writing which makes this book fun and easy to read...their sensitivity and genuine love of the dogs that they raise comes through on every page.
Buy this book BEFORE you acquire your pup. July 10, 1998
Absolutely wonderful insight into the workings of our canine friends. My young Jack Russell Terrier agrees.
Even works on a Jack Russell Terrier! July 7, 1998
khalman1@airmail.net (Dallas, Texas USA)
My wife and I bought a Jack Russell Terrier. The methods expressed by the monks have been very successful in working with our aggressive little dog! They place much importance towards the psychology of the dog, which has been helpful on a number of occassions as JRs are highly intelligent. The gentle touch methods have worked extremely well in our dog's training. He grows more responsive daily. The monks really know their stuff.
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