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by Susan McCullough (Author)
The latest information and tips on making housetraining easier for your pet and yourself
Did you know that what you feed your dog can effect help or hinder the housetraining process? That's just one of the valuable tips you'll find in Housetraining For Dummies 2nd Edition, the authoritative housetraining reference for new and veteran pet owners alike.
This new edition features plenty of new and revised material on everything from the latest housetraining equipment to the latest information on diet and nutrition and the crucial role it plays in housetraining. You'll also find useful tips and techniques for creating environmentally safe cleaners from natural products found in the home and alternatives you can use if you have a sensitive pet.
- Features the latest findings on how pet nutrition can influence housetraining success
- Offers proven housetraining strategies
- Introduces new methods for housetraining multiple pets at once
- Reviews new housetraining equipment and products
- Shows you how to make environmentally safe stain and odor removers from products already in your home
- Susan McCullough is a columnist for Dog Fancy magazine and the author of several books including Beagles For Dummies;and the award-winning Senior Dogs For Dummies
Housetraining can be a difficult and stressful process for both you and your puppy, adult, or senior dog. Housetraining For Dummies 2nd Edition is the resource you need to make it faster and easier for both of you.
P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you�re probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Housetraining For Dummies (9780470476376). The book you see here shouldn�t be considered a new or updated product. But if you�re in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We�re always writing about new topics!Back Jacket
- Prepare your home for housetraining
- Utilize the most effective techniques and equipment
- Housetrain your dog at any age or stage
Your guide to quick, effective housetraining
Want to make housetraining easier for your dog--and yourself? This practical guide offers the latest information on teaching your pet basic bathroom behavior and preventing future potty problems. Understand how a dog's diet can influence housetraining success, and recognize when a training problem may actually be a medical problem. Get familiar with the newest equipment and the best crates and cleaners. Strengthen the human and pet bond by getting your family on the same page through set rules and guidelines to ensure your dog has the best and most effective housetraining experience.
Inside...
- Proven housetraining strategies
- Expert advice on introducing your dog to a crate
- Common mistakes to avoid
- Tips for accident-proofing and surviving setbacks
- Sample housetraining schedules
- The latest nutrition options to aid your effort
Author Biography
Susan McCullough has written articles about dog care and training for Family Circle, The Washington Post, and AKC Family Dog, among others, and blogged about dog care and culture for the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. Susan is a six-time winner of the Dog Writers Association of America Maxwell Award for her work, and has also won the Eukanuba Canine Health Award for outstanding writing about canine health.
