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Useful Dog Books
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The Simple Guide to Choosing a Dog (Simple Guide to...)The Simple Guide to Choosing a Dog (Simple Guide to...) by Diane Morgan
Buy used from: $0.34
In this book, the breed descriptions for my 3 favorite breeds are spot on. If you need help finding a purebred dog for your lifestyle then this is the book for you.
Bad Dog to Good Dog: A New Approach to Dog Psychology and TrainingBad Dog to Good Dog: A New Approach to Dog Psychology and Training by Dr. Quixi Sonntag
Buy new: $5.22 / Used from: $0.04
The author explains how dogs think and why certain training techniques will work and why others won't. This book left me feeling confident, not confused. My favorite training book!
First Aid for Dogs: What to do When Emergencies HappenFirst Aid for Dogs: What to do When Emergencies Happen by Bruce Fogle
Buy new: $10.26 / Used from: $1.56
This book has the symptoms listed at the top so I can easily flip through it and find what I need. It is straightforward and tells you when you need to see VET NOW or if you can handle the situation on your own.
The Everything Puppy Book: Choosing, Raising, and Training Your Littlest Best Friend (Everything Series)The Everything Puppy Book: Choosing, Raising, and Training Your Littlest Best Friend (Everything Series) by Carlo Devito
Buy used from: $0.01
I'm putting this in my list because it has something other dog books do not: A chapter on the "Terrible Twos." Dogs can have the "terrible twos" just like humans. This chapter is a must read.
Little Dogs: Training Your Pint-Sized CompanionLittle Dogs: Training Your Pint-Sized Companion by Deborah Wood
Buy new: $10.36 / Used from: $8.00
This is a wonderful book that helped me understand how my little dog views the world. Little dogs really do know they are little! If you are having problems training your little dog this book will help.
Food Pets Die For: Shocking Facts About Pet FoodFood Pets Die For: Shocking Facts About Pet Food by Ann N. Martin
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $8.65
Judging by the title, I thought this was going to be a preachy book by a crazed woman. It's not! This book convinced me to never give my dogs commercial kibble ever again. I am so thankful I read this.
Every Dog's Legal Guide: A Must-have Book for Your OwnerEvery Dog's Legal Guide: A Must-have Book for Your Owner by Anthony Mancuso Attorney
Buy new: $15.59 / Used from: $9.48
This book answered a lot of my questions. It sort of makes dog ownership seem scary but it is better to be informed just in case something does happen.