Published: Nov. 03, 2011
Words: 22,153 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781465949387

Short description

This book is a must read for individuals who are “just looking” and are not ready to commit to having a new dog or puppy in their home. However, this book is also intended for those people who already have a 4-legged friend and now want or need a little assistance. This is not another "Dog Training" handbook; in fact, it is the opposite. This is more of a "People Training" book for dogs.

Extended description

"Oh daddy, can I keep him?...Please! Powerful persuaders our little ones and Dad is seldom a match for them.

However the story seldom ends there. It might take a couple of days, weeks or a few months but no matter the time frame the questions and pleas for help are normally the same: “How do I get this dog to stop peeing on my floor?” My dog won’t come when I call him” Or: “my dog is chewing on, well everything what do I do?”

This stage is what I normally refer to as the New Dog Hangover or the Morning After Phase. The time where the thrill and excitement of owning a new pet ends and the reality of responsible dog ownership begins.

This book is a must read for individuals who are “just looking” and are not ready to commit to having a new dog or puppy in their home. However, this book is also intended for those people who already have a 4-legged friend and now want or need a little assistance. This is not another "Dog Training" handbook; in fact, it is the opposi.. (Read more) "Oh daddy, can I keep him?...Please! Powerful persuaders our little ones and Dad is seldom a match for them.

However the story seldom ends there. It might take a couple of days, weeks or a few months but no matter the time frame the questions and pleas for help are normally the same: “How do I get this dog to stop peeing on my floor?” My dog won’t come when I call him” Or: “my dog is chewing on, well everything what do I do?”

This stage is what I normally refer to as the New Dog Hangover or the Morning After Phase. The time where the thrill and excitement of owning a new pet ends and the reality of responsible dog ownership begins.

This book is a must read for individuals who are “just looking” and are not ready to commit to having a new dog or puppy in their home. However, this book is also intended for those people who already have a 4-legged friend and now want or need a little assistance. This is not another "Dog Training" handbook; in fact, it is the opposite. This is more of a "People Training" book for dogs.
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dog training, advice, rescue dog, rescue animal, dog rescue, puppy training, training book, barking dogs, potty training, dog behavior, rescue groups, training dogs, obedience training, training aid, house breaking, dog digging, dog first aid, animal first aid, dog advice

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Video includes three 14 week old puppies that have graduated from my S.T.A.R. Puppy class - which is included in this book. The owners of these puppies, also shown in the video, tell about their experience.

Reviews

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Review by: Charles DiLoreto on Jan. 08, 2012 :
I loved the book but forgot to rate it in stars. I give it FIVE Stars for sure.
(reviewed long after purchase)

Review by: shirley hauser on Dec. 14, 2011 :
This book is great--very informative, positive, and practical. I would recommend this book to anyone who is thinking about getting a puppy. As an experienced animal handler, I feel that this book is a great guide for the beginner and experienced alike.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: Randy Attwood on Nov. 27, 2011 :
Gonna Buy Me a Dog, is a wonderful manual for new dog owners, and, I think, new dog owners who think they know it all because they had a dog when they were a kid. I had an aunt who raised miniature Schnauzers and my care and raising of a puppy was important to the raising of myself as a person. By golly, we even won a blue ribbon at a dog show. It's really good for children to learn how to care for an animal. And adults need to know, too. Gonna Buy Me a Dog is the manual you should have for the latest information on choosing a dog, understanding its diet, how to train, teach it to socialize, and the myriad of activities and duties needed when you take on the serious responsibility of owning a dog. Myself, I think I'm going to print out the chapter on "Excessive Barking" and stick it in my neighbor's mailbox! Please, don't be that kind of dog owner.
(reviewed the day of purchase)

Review by: Charles DiLoreto on Nov. 24, 2011 : (no rating)
This book, I'm Gonna Buy Me a Dog has been a life saver. I have really learned myself, ( and taught my dog,) how to communicate. We no longer have a dog that darts into the street, barks at neighbors or passing cars, or hews on furniture. And, we have lost that urine smell in the house. What a great read and very practical to put into effect.

Glad I bought I'm Gonna Buy Me A Dog.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

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