Puppy training for kids
Pelar, Colleen2012
Book
Kids and dogs are naturally attracted to each other, and this brand-new title introduces boys and girls to the responsibilities and the joys of puppy care, training, and companionship. Topics covered include-- Purchasing puppy supplies Housetraining and socializing your puppy Understanding your puppy's behavior and body language Keeping your puppy out of trouble The basics of puppy training Fun and games with puppies Young readers will find advice on exercise, selecting chew toys, clicker training, teaching the puppy to meet both human and animal friends, and much more. Sidebar features advise parents on guiding their children toward responsible dog ownership. The book is filled with engaging and instructive color photos.
Main title:
Puppy training for kids / by Colleen Pelar ; photos by Amber Johnson.
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Work:
Imprint:
Hauppauge, N.Y. : Barron's, 2012.
Collation:
96 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.
Notes:
"Teaching children the responsibilities and joys of puppy care, training, and companionship"--Cover.
Contents:
Machine generated contents note: Introduction to Puppy Training -- Getting Off to a Good Start -- Puppy Supplies -- Your Puppy's First Year -- Grooming -- Visiting the Veterinarian -- Housetraining Your Puppy -- Picking a Potty Spot -- Accidents -- Crate Training -- Socialization -- Start Early -- Puppies Meeting People -- Puppies Meeting Puppies -- Too Close for Comfort -- Canine Communication -- What to Look For -- Stressful Moments -- The Range of Behavior -- A Body Language Experiment -- How to Behave Around Dogs -- Meeting a New Dog -- Helping Your Puppy Meet Your Friends -- When You Are Uncomfortable -- How to Keep Your Puppy Out of Trouble -- Exercise -- Time-Outs -- Chew Toys -- Tethers -- Preventing Mistakes -- Make a Plan -- Training -- What's a Clicker? -- Getting Started -- When to Add Words -- Attention Game -- Name Game -- Luring -- The Basics -- Loose-Leash Walking -- Drop It -- 10 Short But Challenging Stays -- Fun and Games -- Rules -- Tricks -- Goofy Games.
ISBN:
9781438000992
Dewey class:
636.70887636.7088
LC class:
SF431
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
24053
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Syme Carlton | -Home and Lifestyle | HOME 636.7088 PELA | Available |