I have read lots of books on dog training, and this is by far my favorite. It's full of great information about teaching your dog manners, basic obedience, competition obedience, tricks, and useful skills. It has easy to follow information - exercises have a step by step approach with very clear directions for each little step. I'm teaching my dog to open and close the cupboard door - not because I need him to, but just for a fun bonding exercise (and of course to impress my friends) and by following the steps in this book it's going quite smoothly! This is not just a book for 4-H kids - it is for everyone with a canine in their life!