Lindsay Wright, a dog lover and trainer for many years, gives us this easy-to-follow, informative guide for the complete beginner. She advises the reader on everything from the initial decisions that need to be made before bringing your puppy home, to the important task of house-training. She gives you a helpful list of dos and don`ts and even goes on to the training techniques for those wanting to show their dogs. A must for all dog-owning beginners!