A step by step manual to managing all aspects of dog ownership. It demonstrates how to work in tandem with your dog's natural instincts to transform a frustrating and chaotic relationship with your dog into a harmonious one.

Looks at finding the right puppy, selecting the right adult dog, nurturing your new puppy, early puppy education, common health problems, adolescent dogs, understanding your dog's behaviour, fears and phobias, aggression and biting, over-excitement, communicating with your dog, basic obedience, exercising, dogs' disabilities, the twilight years, and dealing with the loss of a dog. Includes illustrations, case histories, summaries and index. Author is a dog therapist, behaviourist, and trainer, and Co-director of international dog-training organization Bark Busters.