My First Dog Book: Teach Your Dog to Be Happy and Confident: Training, Playing, Grooming, Feeding

Learn how to care for and train your dog with My First Dog Book.

Your dog will become a great playmate but first you need to learn how to look after him. In 'Caring For Your Dog, ' discover the essentials of dog care, from exercising and feeding, to keeping him safe when you're out and about. Chapter 2, 'Good Dog, ' covers all the basic training techniques, with easy step-by-step instructions, from sit, down, and stay, to walking to heel on the leash. Find out how to read your dog's body language and help him behave well around people and other dogs. Once you've mastered all the basic training techniques, 'Clever Dog, ' shows you how to teach your dog some skillful tricks. Impress your friends by getting your dog to roll over, wave, or give a high-five with one simple command from you! You and your dog will become playmates and best friends. In Chapter 4, 'Fun and Games, ' there are ideas for great activities to enjoy together such as Hide and Seek, Find the Treat, and Tug of War.

Author: Dawn Bates
Publisher: Cico
Published: 03/23/2015
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.20w x 0.30d
ISBN13: 9781782491972
ISBN10: 178249197X
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Crafts for Children

About the Author
Dawn Bates is a highly experienced dog owner and has a well-behaved English cocker spaniel called Zep. With this book she wants to inspire children to become happy and confident dog-owners, with happy and confident dogs. The author is based in London, UK. SERIES CONSULTANT Susan Akass is the general editor of the 'My First' children's craft series, published by CICO Kidz, as well as the author of many popular reading scheme books and children's picture books. Susan is also a full-time elementary school teacher. She is based in Bath, UK.