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You’ve got a new puppy or dog--or desperately want to get one. Now what?

Whether you have a dog, are dreaming of a new puppy, or just love anything with four paws, this guide is packed with the essential advice and fun facts every dog-loving kid needs. Every chapter begins with a short real-life story to introduce the topic and show why it matters--covering everything from puppy chewing and house-training to how to connect with your pup and understand what they need. Over 100 adorable pictures will keep young readers interested in these life-long lessons for both ends of the leash.

The Best Beginner’s Guide to Dogs and Puppies for Kids covers a lot of important topics, including the following:

• Preparing your home for a dog
• Dog breeds and their characteristics
• Real-life heroes and amazing dogs in movies and books
• House-training
• Basic obedience and manners
• Nutrition and health care
• Unique needs of puppies and young dogs
• Grooming basics
• And so much more!

Lynn Guelzow begged her way into her first job at the age of ten at her neighbor’s boarding, grooming, and training kennel. This began a lifelong love and fascination with dogs of all kinds. She trained dogs in obedience through 4-H as a kid and continued as an adult. Lynn has worked with dogs her entire life, from a small Jack Russell Terrier to a Great Dane mix. Her household has welcomed purebreds and mixed breeds. She’s worked with rescue groups and fostered dogs and puppies. Lynn’s home in Connecticut is a menagerie consisting of two dogs, a cat, and two horses--all of whom have learned to become happy family members through positive, consistent training.