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The tides of dog ownership are changing, and thanks to Hollywood A-Listers like George Clooney and Sandra Bullock and music icons like Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift, animal rescue has become as fashionable as the latest Valentino or Armani. Millions of ordinary Americans-heroes one and all-have opened their hearts and homes to rescue dogs, and fewer abandoned pets are euthanized in the U.S. than ever before. And still, a look at HSUS statistics reminds us how far we have to go: an estimated three to four million pets are euthanized annually, a very significant improvement from the 1980s when the number was closer to sixteen million. To keep America's adoption trend moving forward and to guarantee that rescued dogs stay in their new forever homes, Tracy Libby's The Rescue Dog Problem Solver seeks to make the story of every adopted dog a predestined success. While most dogs wind up in shelters due to no fault of their own, many rescue dogs develop unwanted behaviors while living with their previous owners. To assure their success with their adopted dogs, rescuers must be prepared to handle and confidently resolve behavioral problems that arise through proven positive-training methods. This eye-opening problem-solving guide, filled with empowering stories of rescued dogs that defied the odds, is dedicated to the success of every rescuer and his happy, health companion dog. INSIDE TITLE OF BOOK 50 ways rescuers can overcome potential challenges with their adoptive dogs 200 training and behavior tips for a well-mannered dog 25 secrets to unraveling common behavior issues, from house-soiling and escaping the yard to biting, barking, and hyperactivity A dozen heartwarming stories of real-life rescue dogs and their adoptive parents Countless ways dog lovers can raise awareness about animal rescue and responsible pet ownership in their communities

As puppy adoption continues to climb annually in the United States, so too does the demand for an absolute resource like The Ultimate Guide to Puppy Care and Training. Never before have all things puppy been covered in such detail as in the pages of this definitive new book. New puppy parents will make a new dog-smart friend in gifted author Tracy J. Libby, whose inviting tone, positive dog-friendly methods, and deep-rooted knowledge of her four-legged subject, provides everything a new owner needs to know for the puppy's first year. Beginning with the selection of the puppy from a trustworthy source and the puppy's first days in the home, this authoritative, up-to-date guide covers all aspects of house-training, feeding, grooming, obedience lessons, and home and veterinary care. Experienced dog owners, too, will find solutions to commonly encountered puppy issues, from separation anxiety and puppy cough to recurring house-training accidents and food guarding. Whether it's natural remedies for allergies, selecting a doggy daycare, traveling by rail, or mastering the down-stay cue, The Ultimate Guide to Puppy Care and Training has the information readers want and need. INSIDE THIS DOG FANCY BOOK: *Puppy basics: selecting a puppy, puppy proofing and safety, daily routine, and accessories *Puppy kindergarten and house-training, puppy manners and socialization, puppies and children *Teaching basic cues (sit, down, stay, come, etc.) and advanced training *Grooming, feeding and nutrition, and exercise *Veterinary care, vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and common puppy ailments *Solving behavioral problems (jumping, digging, shyness, aggression, etc.) *25 signs of sickness, 35 major health considerations, and 50 first aid emergencies *Natural dog care: holistic, homeopathic, herbal, and hands-on therapies *Fun with dogs: tricks, indoor and outdoor games, dog sports and competition This volume is the only book you'll need to start out right with your new puppy!