Golden Retrievers for Dummies

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Summary: Wonderful
Review: After having to say good-bye to my 10-year old Golden on Mother's Day, we decided to make Father's Day a happier occasion with our new little Golden, "Lucy." I made so many mistakes in the puppy stage with our beloved Chloe and house training took a VERY long time. Lots of damage, messes, etc. This book is extremely helpful in giving simple, understandable instructions on the do's and don'ts of puppyhood. We have had Lucy only 9 days and already she is "getting it" which is so amazing to me! The book is written in a humorous vein and the important points are highlighted so even the biggest idiot can comprehend the mindset necessary for training this gorgeous little new best friend. We have opened our hearts (again) and are sooooooooo happy we did!

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Summary: Love my pup!
Review: After having to say good-bye to my 10-year old Golden on Mother's Day, we decided to make Father's Day a happier occasion with our new little Golden, "Lucy." I made so many mistakes in the puppy stage with our beloved Chloe and house training took a VERY long time. Lots of damage, messes, etc. This book is extremely helpful in giving simple, understandable instructions on the do's and don'ts of puppyhood. We have had Lucy only 9 days and already she is "getting it" which is so amazing to me! The book is written in a humorous vein and the important points are highlighted so even the biggest idiot can comprehend the mindset necessary for training this gorgeous little new best friend. We have opened our hearts (again) and are sooooooooo happy we did!

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Summary: Solid "Dummies" entry.
Review: Golden Retrievers for Dummies is a solid contribution to pet maintainence and care. The book is by an author who has owned numerous golden retrievers. It shows here in the text. However, there are dozens of Golden Retriever books on the market, and some say the text is uneven and lacks detail. Many would not recommend the Essential Golden Retriever because of the lack of important information. Well, all of these problems are solved!
This book covers every essential fact for someone pondering getting a Golden Retriever. There are many categories to read, including vital health concerns, keeping your dog content, and feeding the correct dietary supplements. Another brief section is about coping with the loss of an animal, and caring for an elderly dog. Yet another talks about Hereditary & Behavior issues.
Out of the dozens of books on dogs available, this, without a doubt, would be the unsurpassed choice.

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Summary: Read this book BEFORE you get a dog
Review: Having been considering a Golden Retriever puppy for some time, I read this book with great interest. There is not a stone left unturned (or toy left unchewed)in the book. The author knows her dogs and covers every aspect of puppyhood and EXACTLY what to expect. If you read this book and follow it's advice, I don't know how you wouldn't end up having a great dog, instead of just a "good" dog. She puts the responsibility squarely on the owner and that you can't just have a casual relationship with your dog. You have to make a commitment to the dog. I have recently adopted an older Golden (thus the reason I bought the book)and while I would love to enjoy a puppy and train it through the years, I also realize it could take more time than I have to give at this moment, so I am extra glad I read the book. As I said, it should be required reading BEFORE anyone considers getting a dog. Also, don't fear, you will not be committing many nights to read the book, it is broken down very well and is a quick read. The dummies books also make it very easy to look up something specific when needed.

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Summary: The best Golden book, even if you dont live in US
Review: I bought this and 3 others Golden books, but this is by far, the best I ever see! It covers all aspects for a happy life with a Golden Retriever. The info about house break in and basic training are the most efective. I put in pratice with my Golden and for a first time dog owner like me, it worked 100%. The "don't" do part of the book is great! It told me what not to do, and it works more than many oral comands. Thanks to this book, my Golden is a happy, obedient and healthy dog. Even living in Brazil, without much of toys, food, address, etc mentioned in the book, it is a must have book. I higly recommend for the first time Golden owner and for those who already has previously dog experience. And an extra bonun is the excelente price for so many good quality informantion. I hope the author will bring us another Golden book soon.

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Summary: The best Golden book, even if you dont live in US
Review: I bought this and 3 others Golden books, but this is by far, the best I ever see! It covers all aspects for a happy life with a Golden Retriever. The info about house break in and basic training are the most efective. I put in pratice with my Golden and for a first time dog owner like me, it worked 100%. The "don't" do part of the book is great! It told me what not to do, and it works more than many oral comands. Thanks to this book, my Golden is a happy, obedient and healthy dog. Even living in Brazil, without much of toys, food, address, etc mentioned in the book, it is a must have book. I higly recommend for the first time Golden owner and for those who already has previously dog experience. And an extra bonun is the excelente price for so many good quality informantion. I hope the author will bring us another Golden book soon.

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Summary: The Most Knowledgable Book
Review: I purchased this book among many others, and it was the most helpful book!!! It covered everything a novice pet owner would want to know about goldens. I consider it my "Golden Bible". My husband and I can't say enough good things about this book. I have seen articles about the author in golden magazines and she is THE GOLDEN LADY. I would recommened this book to any golden lover and new golden owner!

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Summary: Nona knows Goldens!
Review: I was presented with this book to go along with the purchase of one of Nona Bauer's beautiful Golden puppies. Her book guides you through the early days of puppy hood and helps you to keep them on a family friendly schedule that stays with them through life. Even though she is just a phone call away for us, her book will serve the same comforting presence for all Golden owners.

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Summary: Excellent Guide for First Time Dog Owners...
Review: If you've never had a dog before, like me, this book helps guide you in the right direction. It's got everything you need to know and is set up easily so you can find it right away. Excellent tips on training obedience, housetraining, and crate training. And thanks to this book, I can now feel confident that a Golden is definitely the right dog for me! The book is perfect for anyone interested in a Golden, or for anyone with a Golden puppy. I'd even recommend it to someone who was an experienced Golden parent! Even an old dog can learn new tricks, right?

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Summary: Outstanding for the first time puppy owner
Review: Just finished reading this great book, exactly what we wanted, a systematic approach. This is not a book on how to train your dog, which is great, that is a varied topic and should be left to another book. I think that any breeder should have this as required reading for your first puppy experience.