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The only dog-training guide for kids written by a teen! Author Kate Eldredge, age 15, knows what it takes for a kid to raise and train a dog-she's been parenting pooches since she was 7. It's a big responsibility, but it has awesome rewards (besides all those wet, slobbery kisses). When you're your dog's caregiver, provider, and trainer, your dog will be your loyal playmate, protector, and confidant for life!In this book, Kate gives you the scoop on: Choosing the right dog for your family Getting the house ready and establishing a routine Teaching basic household manners Feeding and caring for your dog Dealing with health problems Showing your dog Activities like obedience trials, sports, and community service Kate's mom, a veterinarian, provides valuable information. A "For Parents Only" section at the end of each chapter tells adults how they can help without taking over.

Preface
Acknowledgments
Foreword
Are You Ready for Parenthood?Why Dogs Are Good for Kids
Why Kids Are Good for Dogs
Responsible Dog Ownership
The Right Dog for You
The Human-Animal Bond
Profile
Preschool and Kindergarten: Getting Ready for Dog Ownership
Puppy/Dog-Proofing Your Home
Establishing House Rules
Who's in Charge, or Who's on First?The Importance of Routine
Profile
Elementary School: Teaching Household Manners
Household Manners
Attention
The Three R's of Dog Training
Walking Nicely
Putting It All to Use in Real Life
Profile
Avoiding Detention
Developing Respect for (Human) Authority
Playing Well with Others: The Social Dog
Separation Anxiety-Home Alone
Chewing: The House, Not Gum
Too Much to Say: The Barker
Excavating: When Your Dog's a Digger
Profile
Health Class: Care and Feeding
Nutrition: Chow for the Hound
Exercise: Run, Spot, Run!Poop Patrol
Grooming: Squeaky Clean
Routine Care: What You Learned in Health Class
Profile
Vet School: Dealing with Health Problems
ER-First Aid, Not the TV Show
Dealing with Aliens-and This Isn't Science Fiction
Minor Illnesses
More Serious Health Problems
Euthanasia
Profile
Going for a PhD in Obedience
Where to Train
Basic Levels
Competitive Venues
Rally Obedience
Profile
Finding Your Roots
The Draft Dog Sports
Herding
Earthdog Activities: A Job for a Digger!A-Hunting We Will Go
Lure Coursing: The Canine Cheetahs
Profile
Extracurricular Activities: Sports.
Agility
Flying through the Air: Disc Chasing
Flyball-a Team Sport for Ball-Crazy Dogs
Water Sports
Tracking: Born to Sniff
Hiking and Backpacking: Taking to the Great Outdoors
Profile: Cecilia Sage
Extracurricular Activities: Cultural Experiences
Breed Showing (aka Beauty Pageants)
Modeling: Junior Showmanship
Tricks: A Place for the Class Clown
Freestyle-Dance Class in a Whole New Way
Profile
Civics Class: Community Service, Being a Good Neighbor and Giving Back
The Canine Good Citizen Program
Doing Therapy Dog Work
Walking a Walkathon
Working at Dog Events
Helping Out at the Humane Society
Getting Political: Pushing Papers for Power
Becoming a Foster Parent
Raising an Assistance Dog
Profile: Hunter and Smudge
Field Trips: Traveling with Your Dog
Safety in the Car
Flying High-Taking to the Skies
Hotel Etiquette
Campground Etiquette
The Social Dog
Boarding-Kennel, That Is, Not School!Baby (Pet) Sitter-Another Great Option
Profile: Matt BooBoo
Fine Arts, Home Economics, and Shop Class
Rubber Stamping
Sewing
Other Needlework
Woodworking and PVC Construction
Painting and Drawing
Clay and Pottery
Photography
Kitchen Delights-Doggy Style
Profile: Holly and Soda Pop
Recommended Reading
Organizations
Internet Resources
Hobbies and Crafts
A Good Reminder: A Leash = Love = Life
Index
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