Monks of New Skete

The Art of Raising a Puppy Monks of New Skete

The Monks of New Skete offer clear, sympathetic, and intelligent guidelines for anyone genuinely committed to building a loving and lasting relationship with their dog. You'll learn: * how to choose a puppy * handling your puppy's first night at home * successful house-training * the value of a consistent schedule * general care of your puppy * leash training and preliminaryand preliminary obedience work * visual and vocal communication with your pup * basic obedience training * ways to cope with common puppy problems More important, you'll discover a unique approach to puppy training based on a deep respect and understanding of canine behavior. The Monks of New Skete have been breeding, raising and training German Shepherds for more than 25 years and their extraordinary grasp of every facet of puppy behavior has gained them worldwide attention. Their advice has enriched the lives of many hundreds of thousands of new puppy owners. New Skete Monastery is located in Cambridge, New York.