The ultimate no-bullsh*t guide to raising and training your puppy in the first year, with straight-talking advice from the trainer behind social media sensation Southend Dog Training

The first twelve months or so of a dog’s life are the hardest work, but Southend Dog Training founder Adam Spivey can help. In this handy guide to your puppy’s first year, he teaches you everything you need to know to understand your dog and help you both thrive. He shares essential guidance on:

• The top five dog breeds for a first-time owner and what to know about temperament 
• What to buy (and not buy) to prepare your home for a puppy
• Crate training, puppy potty training, and bedtime routines
• Basic training and leash walking
• Socialization, puppy separation anxiety, and more!
 
Adam says:

My simple, straight-talking approach takes all the nonsense out of dog training and puts your dog at the center of everything you do. You’ll hear me say again and again that I like to train the dog that’s in front of me, not follow a set of rules or guidelines that might not even apply to your puppy, and that’s what you’ll find here. Because for me, the dog always comes first.

"Everything you need to know to raise your puppy and build a bond that lasts a lifetime, with straight-talking advice from the man behind social media sensation Southend Dog Training Deciding to raise and train a puppy is a big step, but Adam Spivey, the founder of Southend Dog Training, is here to help. How to Raise the Perfect Dog walks you through the entire process, from choosing the right dog and finding a breeder or rescue to bringing your puppy home and beginning training. Guiding you through the challenges of your puppy's first twelve months, he will help you both thrive as you learn to understand your dog's needs and behaviors. Adam's simple, straight-talking approach takes all the nonsense out of dog training and puts your puppy at the center of everything you do. Answering frequently asked questions and highlighting common mistakes and practices, he shares essential guidance on: How to pick your first dog Preparing your home for a puppy Crate, toilet, and bedtime routines Basic training and lead walking Socialization, separation anxiety, and more! Use How to Raise the Perfect Dog to build a bond with your dog that lasts a lifetime"--