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Puppies For Dummies

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A guide to puppy ownership that's just as fun to read as your puppy is to play with. Puppies For Dummies equips you with the latest advice on starting out right with a new puppy. Dog expert and influencer Sarah Hodgson offers dog parents trusted input... Read More
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Puppies For Dummies

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A guide to puppy ownership that's just as fun to read as your puppy is to play with.

Puppies For Dummies equips you with the latest advice on starting out right with a new puppy. Dog expert and influencer Sarah Hodgson offers dog parents trusted input on caring for a new companion, including updated information on creating good habits and routines, keeping your puppy healthy, and curbing common frustrations, anxieties, and aggressions, especially in the post-pandemic world.

This timely and uplifting guide covers everything from choosing a puppy that fits your lifestyle to preparing your home, selecting the right products, and mastering age-appropriate training to set your pup up for a lifetime of success.

  • Knowing what to expect when bringing a puppy into your home
  • Understanding how to communicate and read your puppy's body language
  • Establishing routines for housebreaking, socialisation, and sleep training
  • Addressing challenges like jumping, nipping, barking, anxiety, and aggression

This Dummies guide is your go-to resource on how to best integrate a puppy into your lifeβ€”and how to make sure that pup stays happy and healthy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394321001

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 June 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 5th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Sarah Hodgson is a trainer, behavior consultant, podcaster, and bestselling author of numerous books, including the recent Dog Anxiety For Dummies. With more than 40 years of professional experience, her friendly, force-free techniques have empowered pets and their people all around the world.

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