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by Monks of New Skete (Author) "We are going on a walk with one of the brothers and his monastery shepherd, a daily, routine occurrence here that now has special significance..." (more)
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The monks of New Skete have been breeding and training dogs at their New York monastery for more than 20 years. Their philosophy of raising dogs accentuates the essential human-canine bond, whereby owners must learn to understand a dog's instincts, needs, and behavior. Understanding a dog, the monks say, is the key to successfully training him. They first published this philosophy in their 1978 classic guide How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend. Now the monks concentrate on the first three months of a puppy's life in The Art of Raising a Puppy.

The book observes a litter of monastery puppies from birth to 12 weeks. Tender photographs and dialogue reflect these precious first few weeks of life. Even at this time, the human-canine link is vital; the monks stress the importance of gentle touch to help forge this connection. Basic puppy training techniques are explored and executed, all of which puppy owners should find easy to implement. Virtually all types of dog problems and dog training are examined in the book, always in compassionate and easily comprehensible language. The monks also look well beyond surface training techniques to analyze the roots of dogs' problems and explain how training can help. Owners are taught how to gently assert dominance over their dog, which will make for a long-lasting and fulfilling relationship. Beautiful black-and-white photographs of monastery puppies will pull at every heartstring.



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The monks of New Skete in Cambridge, New York, dog trainers and breeders of German shepherds, here expand on their classic How to Be Your Dog's Best Friend . The excellent instruction begins with an in-depth examination of the puppies of one litter from birth through their eventual placements with new owners-- following their social and physical development, their needs, and clues to their emerging personalities. Proposing that the best way to forge a healthy dog-to-owner bond is to prevent problems before they occur, the authors soundly emphasize that a puppy begins its training "the day it arrives home." They teach readers how to choose an appropriate breed and a promising puppy, and how to assume the position of "pack" leader from the start. Sensitive and unimpeachably humane, this handbook places equal stress on the time-consuming responsibilities of dog ownership and on its ultimate rewards. Photos.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Pick it up - you'll keep it., Sep 29 2006
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I picked up this book, determined to be a better pet owner. And I'm grateful to the Monks of New Skete for preparing such a thoughtful, educational text for people like me. This is a wonderful book that taught me a lot about my dog, why she acts the way she does, and what I can do about unwanted behavior. From the birth of these loyal, precious animals to testing for temperament, then moving toward training, I've developed a much better understanding of what it means to work with a puppy. Or rather, to train myself. This text is highly recommended for all dog owners, regardless of age, for it contains a wealth of information that should be shared with everyone before bringing home a loving pet such as a dog. Another great book for dog owners that I recommend is "Cesar's Way" by Cesar Millan, and for the cat lovers -- "Cats are Rascals" by Nowiki
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5.0 out of 5 stars The "bible" of all dog books!, Jan 15 2007
By Mari's Mom (BC, Canada) - See all my reviews
At first I thought this new-age "doggie" duty might be a bit ... out there, especially penned my monks, but I can admit when I am wrong, as I was in this case.

This is THE best book for anyone who owns a dog and wants to understand their canine companion. It is very easy to read and completely understandable. The monks' philosophy makes perfect sense. I feel a bit guily about ways we trained the family dog when I was a kid, but times have changed and these are reflected in this book.

As an adult about to embark on getting my dog, I researched ... a lot ... until a friend suggested this book. This is the first book I recommend to people. It provides clear information, offered in step by step stages of a dog that kept me fascinated while I waited for my puppy. I was well prepared to meet the demands of my seven week old puppy when she arrived.

If you only buy one book on raising dogs, this should be it!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Own: Clearly written and comprehensive, Jul 7 2004
By D Gentry (Santa Monica, CA United States) - See all my reviews
The Monks compile a great deal of knowledge into one very informative, very well-written, hard-to-put-down book. This book focuses on the development, both physiological and psychological, of puppies: from the dams pregnancy and whelping on. They address what to do, what to avoid, nutrition, etc., for each phase. I strongly suggest that you also read "How to be Your Dog's Best Friend". In the latter book (their first) they make it very clear that you should read not only their book, but many others on the training and evolution of dogs and a variety of other related subjects and provide a recommended reading list. Having read both books (and many others), I felt that they had no pretensions (as some do) to be the utmost authority on the subject. Nonetheless, as for puppy books, this is my number one pick, my guidebook.
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5.0 out of 5 stars the one dog training book to own
I've read over a dozen dog-training books and if you are going to own one dog-training book this is the one to get. Read more
Published on May 7 2004 by Patrick Carlin

5.0 out of 5 stars know your beast
These gentlemen are right on the mark for dog training. We used their philosophy for raising our strong-willed huskie-border collie mix. Read more
Published on April 9 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars "Fixing" behavior at the root: Relationship
I have read this book a few times and unfortunately, unlike some of the books in my collection, it doesn't get any better the more I read it! Read more
Published on Mar 11 2004 by Amanda Eaton

5.0 out of 5 stars Great insight and understanding of raising a puppy
This book is a great help to all puppy owners, new and veteran alike. The monks knowledge of the pack dynamic and the puppy's maturation into adulthood are amazing, to say the... Read more
Published on Feb 24 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars non-fearful dog
THis is a great way to train you dog to listen with out hurting or hitting it.
Published on Feb 14 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars There are better books out there
This book was very positive and progressive when it was first published in the late 70s, but we have better books that don't include the old, outdated stuff. Read more
Published on Jan 14 2004 by zpgmom

1.0 out of 5 stars A word of caution
When someone walks in to the dog training center I work at and says I'm reading this great book by the Monks of New Skete, I pause and then find some tactful way to say, remember,... Read more
Published on Dec 22 2003 by cammykitty

5.0 out of 5 stars If you love dogs, read this book!
This book has been available for some time. I bought my copy more than twelve years ago. I found it fascinating, especially the chapter on the Puppy Aptitude Test (on how to... Read more
Published on Aug 26 2003 by T. McRae

3.0 out of 5 stars Good but not for me.......
This book is good for those like these methods. I prefer to "clicker train". I did although think it has a clear veiw of its training methods and if you are that sort of trainer... Read more
Published on Jul 7 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Life is Ruff!
The monks have a common sense and humane approach to puppy and dog raising.

They specialize in GERMAN SHEPHERDS, who imho can be a "challenge". Read more

Published on Jul 6 2003 by Christine Audi

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