Customer Reviews

How to Raise the Perfect Dog: Through Puppyhood and Beyond

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Ok book but not what I was looking for. I want quick and dirty rules and techniques and this book does not help. Nice story about Ceasar bringing up some puppies but please just give me what I need to know and forget the fluff.

I found the training part of the book great and can see how knowing how to set rules and boundaries even with young puppies (like their dog mother does) will help develop a great dog.

I am giving my daughter a copy even though she does not at this time have a puppy because she has all his other books and tapes and will add to her collection, there is still lots of good new information in the book that I found interesting.

I have recommended this book to a person that is shopping for a puppy as I believe it will help her prevent the biggest mistakes that people can do picking out a puppy. That is matching the energy level of the dog with their own energy. IF you are laid back do not get one of the high energy dogs like a border collie or GSD for instance as they need to be matched with people that are out there working with them or doing a lot of high energy activities with them.

I ordered this book because my husband and I are about to get 'our' very first dog. Our breeder suggested to us that we should buy it and read it before we get our puppy. I'm sooooo glad we did. I thought I knew a fair bit about dogs(I use to work at 2 different Animal Hospitals) but after reading this book. I was amazed at how little I knew. No wonder so many people have probelms with their dogs.
This book doesn't talk very much about training technics you can use our your dog, it's more about understanding a dogs mind, and then how to use that to teach your dog. Cesar talks a lot about your energy level and how it effects the dogs mood and behaviour. Also about picking the right energy level type dog to match your energy level. He also tells you how to completely avoid problems that are most common complaint with dog owners, by using certain tools to proactively keep your pup from even starting bad habbits.
Most people just see a breed they think is nice looking, and get it without educating themselves on what the breeds personality is like, their energy levels, and health issues. This is one of the reasons why there are so many dogs in shelters, or put down every year.
Find the right dog for YOU!

I really loved this book. I will be getting my new puppy in January. I have already started to read it a second time. I also ordered the Puppy deck cards and I know they will come in handy for quick reference.

I breed Golden retrievers and I provide this book for all of my puppy families. This book is clear, concise and easy to understand, even better, easy to apply. Cesar helps my families understand their new baby and its needs. Cesar explains things and techniques in an understandable way allowing all my families to benefit from the book. Whether the family has had dogs before or have never had a dog before they are much better prepared for their bundle of joy, fur and fun! I highly recommend this book!

Cesar really is a phenomenon in his field.

The books helps you to understand what you should do, and most of all what you should avoid doing. I wish I've known Cesar 13 Years ago when we brought home our puppy, a little Maltese.

Seriously if you consider having a new dog in your family, buy this book.

You will enjoy this book, and it will help you enjoy your dog.

Was too much about him and not enough about training a puppy. Disappointed since I do enjoy his show although I wish he dealt with more breeds...too many small breeds.

This book was great! I had not seen any dog whisperer shows, but was so impressed with the book that I am now checking them out. Good advice on selecting the correct puppy and how to influence the dog right from the start. I just wish I had read it before we brought our puppy home, rather than a few weeks in!

If you take the time to use Cesar's advice patiently and calmly you will have a gentle follower. Thanks Cesar for helping the dogs of the world

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This is a great book if you are getting a puppy, but don't expect too much if you already have an adult dog. It is primarily for those who are raising a dog from puppyhood and want to do it right. Then I would highly recommend it.