The Perfect Puppy Take Britain's Number One Puppy Care Book With You For First Time Owners Book

The Perfect Puppy: Take Britain's Number One Puppy Care Book With You is an essential paperback for new and prospective dog owners who want confident, well-mannered puppies. Ideal for parents, trainers, and gift buyers, this updated edition combines clear step-by-step guidance with the latest findings in canine behaviour to help you raise a problem-free dog from day one. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780600617228.

This revised puppy care book brings together practical training plans, socialisation schedules and behaviour prevention techniques in a user-friendly design. Whether you're housetraining a mischievous pup, teaching reliable recall, or managing chewing and biting, the book offers proven methods that fit into everyday life. It reads like a trusted course for busy owners who want gentle, effective results — perfect for bedtime reading, class preparation or as a go-to reference between veterinary visits.

Inside this puppy care guide

• Step-by-step training plans — Clear sequences for basic commands, leash work and manners that build success with small, achievable goals.
• Socialisation programmes — Age-appropriate exercises to boost confidence and reduce fearfulness around people, dogs and new environments.
• Problem prevention — Practical solutions for biting, chewing, separation anxiety and house soiling that focus on prevention rather than punishment.
• Games and enrichment — Interactive activities that channel puppy energy into learning and strengthen the human–dog bond.

About the author

Gwen is a recognised authority in dog behaviour, having worked for a leading UK national animal welfare charity from 1988–2002 and pioneering the use of behaviour science in rehoming. She was the first full-time Animal Behaviourist appointed by a national charity, led a team of behaviourists and has solved behaviour problems in thousands of rehomed dogs. As founder of Puppy School in 2003, Gwen established a nationwide network of professionally-trained puppy tutors who are a Practitioner Member of the Animal Behaviour and Training Council. Puppy School tutors have positively impacted over 100,000 puppies and their owners. Her experience brings trusted, evidence-based advice to this bestselling puppy training book.

Who will benefit?

• New puppy owners looking for a reliable, research-backed training resource
• Parents and families preparing for the responsibilities of a pet
• Pet professionals and puppy class tutors seeking a bestselling reference
• Gift buyers searching for a practical, long-lasting present for dog lovers

This paperback edition is an approachable, well-structured resource that stands out from other puppy books because it combines decades of rescue and rehoming experience with modern behavioural science. Trusted by trainers and loved by pet owners, it’s designed to make training achievable and enjoyable.

Make early training a positive experience — this puppy care book is a practical, authoritative companion that helps you raise a confident, happy dog. Perfect as a gift set or a classroom resource, it’s a timeless keepsake for anyone welcoming a puppy into their home.