Publisher's Synopsis
You want a puppy but don't know where to get started? Your child wants a puppy but may not understand the complexity of ownership? This is the book for you!In Getting Ready For Your Puppy: A Guide to Choosing a Puppy and Planning Ahead, readers get a no-nonsense look at key concepts related to this life-changing choice. For you, your puppy, and your household, a low-stress transition to a new family awaits! Considerations such as choosing a puppy that will fit into your lifestyle makes certain you will both be happy. Knowing where to find reputable puppy breeders and common scams to avoid can save you hours of research (and potential heart ache). Raising a puppy requires supplies. Some are optional, others you will need to keep your house and belongings happy and whole while keeping the puppy safe. Just knowing what you need doesn't always suffice. This book also offers tips on how and why to use each of the supply items to allow you to determine if you really need that item in your situation. Finally, step-by-step directions for puppy-proofing your home for the best possible experiences for you and the puppy are not just listed but explained for you.
