Life skills for puppies

Helen Zulch · Daniel Mills

Jan 2012 · Veloce Publishing Ltd

About this ebook

Approaching puppy education from the puppy's perspective, this book presents the key skills a dog needs to cope with life, and assists owners in developing a fulfilling relationship with their puppy. Beautiful photographs illustrate the points made, and each chapter includes a worksheet to help owners chart their puppy's progress.

Ratings and reviews

The biggest waste of time and money I have ever seen, when it comes to books. This was recommended to me by my vet when I got my puppy, so I mistakenly assumed it would be of some use. When one reads a "skills for puppies" book, one does not expect a comprehensive guide to pet training, rather actionable steps to help your puppy learn some basic essential skills. This book offers none of the above. It is a glorified diary to keep track of your puppy's progress. I'll save you the time in reading this. [SPOIL

Excellent description of how to properly prepare a puppy to be well behaved and make good choices. I recommend it to my dog training clients with puppies.

About the author

 Helen Zulch is a veterinarian who qualified in South Africa, and has since worked in a number of areas of veterinary science. She developed an interest in animal behaviour and has consulted and lectured in the field for over ten years, moving to the University of Lincoln, England, to continue her career. Helen’s main interests and areas of research include the prevention of behaviour problems through appropriate early life experiences. She has owned and trained dogs for over 21 years. Helen is involved in the development of the Life Skills training and research programme – which includes training classes – which this book is based on.

Daniel Mills is an internationally recognised veterinary behaviour specialist and Professor in Veterinary Behavioural Medicine at the University of Lincoln, England. After completing his PhD, Daniel became the first individual to be recognised by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons as a specialist in veterinary behavioural medicine, and subsequently was recognised by the European College and Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour. His main areas of research focus around the biological basis of problem behaviour, and the recognition of emotional states in animals, which has led to the development and promotion of a number of novel approaches to managing problem behaviour. 

Peter Baumber is a multi-skilled photographer with specific expertise and experience in the fields of classic motorcycles, portraiture, dogs and cats.