From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel's Dog Whisperer the only
resource you'll need for raising a happy healthy dog. For the millions of people every year
who consider bringing a puppy into their lives-as well as those who have already brought a dog
home-Cesar Millan the preeminent dog behavior expert says "Yes you can raise the perfect
dog!" It all starts with the proper foundation in the early years. Here Cesar tells you
everything you need to know to create the best environment for a well-balanced dog in order to
avoid behavior issues in the future and shows you how to correct the most common behavior
issues for young dogs. Based on Cesar's own detailed experiences raising individual puppies
from some of the most popular breeds How to Raise the Perfect Dog is like having Cesar right
beside you as your own personal expert coaching you and your dog from the first day of your
life together. Packed with new information aimed specifically at the particular needs of
puppies and adolescents and written in Cesar's friendly accessible style How to Raise the
Perfect Dog answers all the most commonly asked questions and guides you towards a loving
satisfying life-long relationship with your best friend. #1 New York Times bestselling author
Cesar Millan shows you how to raise the perfect dog and prevent behavior issues before they
start including: • what to expect from each stage of your puppy's development • quick and easy
housebreaking • the essentials of proper nutrition • the importance of vaccinating-and of not
over-vaccinating • creating perfect obedience from day one through rules boundaries and
calm-assertive leadership • how to avoid the most common mistakes owners make raising puppies
and young dogs • how to correct any issue before it becomes a problem • unique exercises and
play to bring out the best in every breed
