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by The Monks of New Skete (Author), Michael Wager (Narrator)
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  • Listening Length: 4 hours and 13 minutes
  • Program Type: Audiobook
  • Version: Abridged
  • Publisher: HighBridge Company
  • Audible Release Date: 8 May 2001
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B002SQ5TTG
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)

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Here is everything you need to know about the crucial first months of your puppy's life. From the decision to adopt a pup through the practicalities of every phase of caring for your puppy, the Monks of New Skete offer clear, sympathetic, and intelligent guidelines. This complete guide is a source of wisdom and inspiration for anyone genuinely committed to building a loving and lasting relationship with their dog.

You'll learn:

  • how to choose a puppy
  • how to handle your puppy's first night at home
  • successful house-training
  • the value of a consistent schedule
  • general care of your puppy
  • leash training and preliminary obedience work
  • visual and vocal communication with your pup
  • basic obedience training
  • ways to cope with common puppy problems

More important, you'll discover a unique approach to puppy training based on a deep respect and understanding of canine behavior.

The Monks of New Skete have been breeding, raising, and training German shepherds for more than 25 years, and their extraordinary grasp of every facet of puppy behavior has gained them worldwide attention. New Skete Monastery is located in Cambridge, New York.

©1991 The Monks of New Skete; (P)1998 ©2006 HighBridge Company
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
The breeder we bought our german shepherd puppy from recommended this book to us. I am amazed at the work the Monks of New Skete are doing for the german shepherd breed. My hope is that all breeders would use the New Skete method with their litters. If this were done, then maybe so-called "dangerous breeds" would lose their bad rap. Surely there would be less dogs in animal shelters and pet shops.

I can not stress enough the importance of early human socialization, and the Monks of New Skete seem to agree. If you are planning on breeding a litter, I urge you to pick up this book an heed the authors advice.

This book also stresses humane training methods, and the importance of positive reinforcement. Using this method has helped with my dominant GSD pup. Constant scolding will get you nowhere. A quick pop on the lead when bad and copious amounts of praise when good makes training a happy occasion for both dog and master.

I would recommend the three tape training set "Raising Your Dog With The Monks of New Skete" along with this book. The tapes show the New Skete method from the puppy birth, to training the adult dog, and brings the information together nicely.
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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This book is fantastic for raising a dominant pup; I would however offer a word of caution to those with a sensitive puppy, as some of the methods used in disciplining could result in emotional distress resulting in behaviour problems such as submissive urination. The book is FULL of the most helpful information from crate training and house training to the insight into your dog’s life from the very beginning. With that out the way I will say as a behaviourist this is one of the best books on puppy training I have ever read. I also recommend reading the first book written by the monks 'How to be your dogs best friend'. I have recommended this book to so many of my clients that it has reduced expected behaviour problems from occurring, dramatically. These books not only teach you how to train your puppy but how to look through their eyes, understand and really build an unbreakable bond.
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This is the very best book on raising dogs I've ever read. It is enjoyable and interesting, as well as very informative. I highly recommend it as good reading, even if you are not presently interested in getting a puppy. The monks provide fascinating insights into dog training. Look at their other books also.
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Should be Required Reading for Every New Dog Owner
I first bought this book 11 years ago just before picking up my Labrador Retriever from the breeder. Read more
Published on 10 Jan 2010 by W. C. Rains
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For anyone who's thinking of taking a new puppy into their home, this book is a must have !

Having researched much of the available advice in both video and written... Read more
Published on 4 Nov 2009 by Alex Kerr
very good - covers everything
a very good book to get the basics of everything with a puppy. I am re-reading sections every time I want to train/address a problem. Read more
Published on 3 Sep 2009 by amzonuser
The Art of Raising a Puppy
This is a great look at puppy behaviour and setting rules and boundaries from the start of your relationship. Read more
Published on 30 April 2009 by K. Giles
Inspirational reading for those raising a puppy
Just before our third German Shorthaired Pointer puppy was to arrive in our home, I decided to buy "The art of raising a puppy". Read more
Published on 8 April 2007 by E. Leijten
A great all round dog development book. Full of good ideas.
Highly recommended for anyone thinking about getting a dog (puppy or not) I've had dogs for years and found this book revealing, informative, full of great ideas and insights.
Published on 26 April 2000 by M. Wigham
Do a friend a favor and give this book before the decision!
I'm almost certain I'll never actually breed a dog and be responsible for the birth and all that, I am certain that I would want those who do to read this first. Read more
Published on 25 Jun 1999
Follow these giudelines and you and the dog will be happy!
Whenever I hear a friend or collegue say they're thinking about buying a dog I tell them to read this book FIRST. Read more
Published on 23 Mar 1999
Please read this book before you get a pup!
I had never heard of the Monks of New Skete, but I'm no longer a skeptic; they do a wonderful job of explaining all of the aspects of raising your puppy. Read more
Published on 19 Jan 1999
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