The Complete Pug Handbook: The Essential Guide For New & Prospective Pug Owners (Canine Handbooks)

“Covers every topic from A to Z on pugs! A MUST-HAVE for any pug enthusiast/fancier. I also recommend it to breeders as an outstanding reference when placing a puppy…especially to a first-time pug owner,” LAURA LIBNER, Pug breeder since 1999, MICHIGAN, USA

If you, like thousands of others, have fallen in love with the Pug, this is the only reference book you’ll ever need. The Complete Pug Handbook is the biggest & most in-depth book ever written about this unique little dog.

Part of The Canine Handbooks, Amazon's No.1 dog breed series, this manual guides you step-by-step on the best way to care for, train & build a loving, lifelong bond with your Pug.

British canine author Linda Whitwam and leading Pug breeders answer the dozens of questions new & potential owners have, providing a blueprint for a successful partnership between you & your Pug. It’s easy to read & packed full of practical info, photos & insider tips on everything about caring for these unique little dogs.

Puppies - Learn:

• How to Prepare Your Home
• Typical Pug Behaviour
• Getting Through the First Few Days & Nights
• Where Should Puppy Sleep?
• Understanding Your Puppy & Building a Bond
• Exercise - How Much & How Often
• Crate Training & Housebreaking
• Socialization
• Obedience Training, incl. Sit, Stay, Recall, Lead & Clicker Training
• How to Deal with Issues like Puppy Biting & Chewing
• Feeding Options, incl. Raw Diet, for Puppies, Adults & Senior Dogs

Breeders give their personal advice on what to expect from bringing home your puppy right through to old age – & the pitfalls to avoid.

For anyone who hasn’t chosen their puppy yet, there’s:

• How to Find a Good Breeder & the Questions to Ask
• How to Pick a Healthy Puppy or Adult Pug
• Picking a Pup with the Right Temperament for You
• Male or Female?
• Puppy Contracts
• Where NOT to Buy a Pug From
• Pug-Proofing Your Home
• Finding & Caring for Rescue Pugs

Pug Health is covered at length, including ailments that can affect the breed. There are tips on Keeping Your Pug Healthy, Preventing Overheating, Protecting Eyes, Wrinkle Cleaning, the Best Insurance for Pugs, the Puggy Facts of Life, Spaying, Neutering, Vaccinations, Worming & De-Fleaing.

Pugs are brachycephalic (flat-faced) dogs that require a little extra care from their humans. This book arms you with all the specialist knowledge you’ll ever need for the challenge of owning one of these very loving & lovable dogs.

REVIEWS FOR THE COMPLETE PUG HANDBOOK:

“Love this book - have a 4-month-old pug puppy & so much info – great,” CATHIE WILSON, UK

“I just finished the book & it’s fantastic!!! …it’s comprehensive, well written & easy to read. Love it,” C. KYLE, TENNESSEE

“Absolutely brilliant book! Highly recommended reading for all new Pug owners, this book has breed specific information on every topic, unlike a lot of handbooks which have generalised dog information with only a small section on the actual breed,” S. EVANS, WALES, UK

“Great, great book! has so much detail & everything you need to know on a pug,” BROWN, UK

“An EXCELLENT BOOK, an absolute must-have for new & would-be Pug parents”, D. BEECHAM, of FIZZLEWICK PUGS, SOUTH WALES, UK

“Very thorough! Rather than just one opinion, one way, it includes the thoughts & recommendations from multiple breeders on many subjects.”L. WRIGHT, MICHIGAN, US