The Puppy Whisperer

"I've known Paul personally for many years and have faithfully followed his training advice with wonderful results. I can't recommend him highly enough."-Jeff Probst, host of Survivor

Following the success of his book The Dog Whisperer, Paul Owens turns his attention to puppies. In The Puppy Whisperer, Owens and his protoge Terence Cranendonk offer a compassionate step-by-step guide to all things puppy, including how to:

• Evaluate temperament
• Choose the right pup personality for your family
• Monitor diet, play, and exercise
• Train and problem solve
• Provide early socialization and positive training
• Potty train, step-by-step
• Ensure safety and health care, including the latest on vaccinations

Puppies can be a lot of work, but they can also be a furry bundle of joy. If you're thinking of bringing a puppy into your home, The Puppy Whisperer is your must-have guide.

Paul Owens is nationally recognized as a leading proponent of nonviolent training who promotes kindness, respect, and compassion. His DVD, The Dog Whisperer, a companion to his bestselling book, has been rated the best family dog training DVD on the market. He lives in Los Angeles.

Terence Cranendonk apprenticed as a trainer with Paul Owens and is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer (CPDT), as well as a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC). In addition to dog training, he is a professional actor and university instructor. He lives in Akron, Ohio.

Norma Eckroate writes on the holistic care of humans and animals. She produced the companion DVD to The Dog Whisperer. She lives in Los Angeles.