Reviews

"I find [the book] to be amazing. It is so complete, well-written, and concise, yet there is information available on just about everything. I am thrilled to have this resource."

—Frances Brentson

 

"Your Puppy Handbook is an invaluable guide to us."

—Lana & Paul Goldberg

 

"[The writing] clearly shows your style, intellect, and genuine love of Goldens and what you do."

—Judy Kramer

 

"Congratulations on the publication of your book! What a massive undertaking it turned out to be, but what a scholarly and important reference for those puppy buyers who want more than an overview from the vet or breeder."

—Nancy Talbott

 

"Such good information for anyone starting off with a puppy of any breed! Nice for Golden owners to have the specifics of the breed. On page 176, the table of parasitic drugs is concise and educational."

—Sherry Brothers, DVM

 

"It is beautiful, extremely well written, and thoroughly informative -- and makes us want to get more Golden puppies. After 23 unbroken years of Goldens, I cannot imagine life without them! ... If you wish to benefit from Ann's uncommon wisdom about Goldens, I highly recommend the "Golden Retriever Puppy Handbook." If you do not own a Golden, this book will make you want to! If you own or are planning on acquiring a Golden puppy, this book is essential reading. It is an engaging, highly readable, eminently practicable, trustworthy, breed-specific guide that focuses on raising a Golden during his or her first twelve months. However, much in the book also is applicable to understanding and caring for your Golden for the rest of your dog's life."

—John Hughes

 

"Just a little note of thanks for writing a wonderful new book on the care and up-bringing of Golden puppies. Your good, sound advice and plain common sense about protecting a growing pup's joints is so welcomed. It is a book I'm thrilled to recommend to anyone who has or is about to buy a Golden."

—Sharon Farnum

 

"[I] have really learned a lot. It is amazing to me how our interactions with a dog can actually create a "bad dog" because of their pack instincts. I particularly like the section on how to play with the puppy. I would have played chase and tug-of-war with our puppy without giving a second thought to the effect it has on obedience and dominance. I will also instruct my children on the proper way to play. Thank you for helping me to learn and to avoid long lasting mistakes."

—Tara Perretta

 

"I'm reading your book on Golden Puppies... it is very obvious how much you love these dogs - your passion jumps off the pages!"

—John Zur