Author: Richard Wolters
Format: Hardcover, 159 pages, B&W Photos,
Dimensions: (in inches): 9.34 x 6.76

16 Weeks to a Well-Mannered Dog-A Simple and Time-Proven Method

Widely recognized as one of the great dog trainers of his time, Richard Wolters's tested techniques continue to endure. Family Dog was the first book written for any member of the family, from age six to sixty, who wants to train a dog fast. By following this hunting dog training book's simple instructions, anyone can have a well-trained dog in just sixteen weeks.

In Family Dog Wolters teaches:

How to choose the right dog for your family and lifestyle

The benefits of play and relaxation

Talking with your dog-- it's not what you say, but how you say it

All the fundamentals of training-- house-breaking, basic commands, and tricks

Tips on grooming

The best dog diet in the world

First-aid and medical advice, and much more

More than 200 all-new pictures in chronological, step-by-step sequence illustrate exactly what to do with your pet in a way that takes the frustration out of training and works for all breeds and any age.

Table of Contents:
Part I :
Chapter 1 – Why This Book ?
Chapter 2 – Selecting The Family Dog
Chapter 3 – The Dog’s Mental Development, A New Training Method
Part II :
Chapter 4 – Kindergarten – The Aspects of Early Learning
Chapter 5 – The Dog Goes to School
Chapter 6 – Game Time … Let’s Do Some Tricks
Chapter 7 – Growing Pains
Part III :
Chapter 8 – You Should Know