Your Golden Retriever Puppy Month by Month provides new pet owners with everything you need to know and do at each stage of development to make sure your playful, energetic puppy grows into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted companion. A veterinarian, a trainer, and a breeder team up to cover all the questions new owners tend to have, and many they don’t think to ask, including:* What to ask the breeder before bringing your puppy home.* Which vaccinations your puppy needs and when to get them.* How to make potty training as smooth (and quick) as possible.* What to do when your puppy cries at night.* Why and how to crate train your puppy.* When socialization should happen and how to make sure it does.* When your puppy is ready to learn basic commands—like Sit, Stay, and Come—and the best way to teach them.* When and how to go about leash training.* How much exercise your puppy needs to stay physically and mentally healthy.* What, how much, and when to feed your puppy to give him the nutrition he needs without the extra weight he doesn’t.* When your puppy is ready for obedience training and how to make sure it works.* How and how often to bathe your puppy, brush his coat, clip his nails, and brush his teeth.* How to know when a trip to the vet is needed.* What causes problem behaviors, when to expect them, and how to correct them.

The Golden Retriever Bestseller!With over 660 FIVE-STAR reviews, this is the highest-rated book on the wonderful Golden Retriever.“Superb handbook. A must-buy for any ‘Goldie’ owner – new or experienced. Contains everything you need to know, & more, for the care & health of your Golden Retriever,” NICHOLAS LOCK, BONSAVIOUR RETRIEVERS, UK“Having been a golden breeder for 40 years I bought several copies to keep on hand to pass out to puppy buyers, but I now realize I need to buy more copies… This book is ideal for first time (and even experienced) golden owners, people who foster goldens, new golden breeders or exhibitors,” HELEN DORRANCE, AKC BREEDER OF MERIT, TEXAS, USA Written BY Golden Retriever owners FOR Golden Retriever owners.21 Golden Retriever breeders & trainers teach you how to raise & train these beautiful, intelligent dogs from Day 1 to old age.Part of The Canine Handbooks, the No.1 dog breed series.There's dozens of pages devoted to TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR: Speeding Up Housetraining & Crate Training, Obedience Training, Clicker Training, Collar & Leash, The Recall, Speak & Shush, Typical Golden Traits - & Dealing With Unwanted Behavior.Other topics include: What Every Goldie Owner Should Know First Few Weeks, Step-by-Step Socialisation & Exercise - How Much & How Often? Understanding the Golden Retriever Mind Neutering, Spaying & The Heat Cycle A-Z on Golden Retriever Health Avoiding & Dealing With Separation Anxiety Feeding, incl. raw diet Grooming Rescue Caring for Golden OldiesIf you haven’t got your puppy yet:There’s tons of advice on how to spot good & bad breeders & then choose a healthy pup with a good temperament.If you’ve read books like Your Golden Retriever Puppy Month by Month or The Complete Guide to Golden Retrievers you’ll love The Golden Retriever Handbook, it’s the most detailed Golden book of them all. REVIEWS:“As a previous owner of Golden Retrievers now with a 7 month old bundle of energy, this book is the ideal handbook... Is this book useful? The honest answer is a resounding YES,” MR D. WELLER, UK“A confidence builder of a book! Even though I have previously trained a wonderful Golden Retriever who passed away recently, I have felt anxious about the upcoming adoption of another puppy. This book has not only given me great advice, but also renewed confidence in my abilities to welcome, train, and enjoy life with a new companion. I recommend it highly," MICHAEL KELPE, USA“I bought this after reading the other great reviews, and was not disappointed. Our puppy arrives in 2 weeks and I feel much better prepared having read just some of this book! I'm sure the book will be a valuable resource for years to come, as the chapters on health and Golden Oldies look great too,” HOLLY, UK"This book has been my bible in terms of learning the do's and dont's of puppy care! I have my first puppy and this book is full of useful and relevant information. I use it as a resource daily. Highly recommend for a first time puppy owner,” MOMMY5, USA

Get the most out of this Golden breedMan's best friend doesn’t get any better than the Golden Retriever. Originally bred as hunting companions who retrieved birds and hares and delivered them to hand, the breed today is much more than "just a hunting dog." Highly intelligent and eager-to-please, Golden Retrievers have a history as working dogs that makes them easy to train. Attired in a luxurious fur coat and blessed with a gentle and affectionate nature, they are the third most popular breed in the United States and a favorite for families with young children.Written in a friendly style by Retriever-owner Nona Kilgore Bauer, the 2nd edition of Golden Retrievers For Dummies puts everything you need to know about your furry friend right in your hand. You'll learn how to care for a Golden Retriever from puppyhood to its stately golden years and how to communicate with them better. You'll also learn about grooming and training, as well as how to deal with common ailments and behaviors. Select the best puppy for you Adopt an older dog Dog-proof your home Train your Golden Retriever rightWhatever you're looking for from your Golden Retriever, this book will help you get there, making for happiness all around—and many golden years ahead!

The golden retriever is one of the most popular dogs in the country. In fact, according the American Kennel Club, it ranks second only to the labrador retriever in popularity. Known for their easy temperament and boundless enthusiasm, golden retrievers have the ability to become wonderful family pets - with some socialization and training, of course.The Everything Golden Retriever Book is a must-have for new and potential golden owners everywhere. Written by Gerilyn and Paul Bielakiewicz, cofounders of Canine University, The Everything Golden Retriever Book is packed with professional, breed-specific advice that helps readers raise, care for, and train their golden retrievers safely and successfully.The Everything Golden Retriever Book shows dog owners how to: Choose the right golden for their family Socialize their new golden Instill good manners Find the proper diet and exercise regimen for their golden Deal with common health problemsPacked full of photos showing goldens in action, The Everything Golden Retriever Book is perfect for new and seasoned dog owners!