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After You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar
Este libro nos introduce en el fascinante mundo del desarrollo del cachorro. Nos guía y orienta en la difícil pero muy gratificante tarea de educar a nuestro cachorro para lograr que llegue a ser un perro adulto con el que convivir y disfrutar. En este libro el Dr. Ian Dunbar se centra en tres aspectos la socialización del cachorro con gran variedad de personas y perros, el establecimiento de una excelente inhibición del mordisco para hacer de nuestro perro un animal fiable con el que poder convivir, y finalmente, el fruto de nuestro esfuerzo, lo más que el perro participe en todas nuestras actividades integrándolo en nuestro estilo de vida. Encontrarás un programa integral de familiarización y adiestramiento del cachorro, numerosos casos prácticos, ejercicios y la resolución de las dudas más frecuentes. Este es el después y es la primera parte de Un cachorro en casa, de esta misma editorial, que te presentamos ahora por separado.
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First published August 20, 2001
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August 7, 2017
I think that I will not be a fan of Dunbar's works. His writing is the cornerstone for much of the behavior training we now have today, and it is important---but reading his two free books left a bad taste in my mouth. He comes across as a fear-mongerer, demanding perfection and adamant that any mistakes spells utter destruction!! Maybe he was trying to have some kind of dry humor or something? Honestly, there are better books with a much more realistic view (patricia mcconnell, brenda aloff, jean donaldson to name a few).
If you are into dog training and behavior on a serious level and want to know as much as possible, then go ahead and read this book just to say you have.
If you are into dog training and behavior on a serious level and want to know as much as possible, then go ahead and read this book just to say you have.
January 31, 2021
I'm not a dog parent , but i was hired to fully translate this booklet to Farsi for a local pet training organization. Reading it was interesting for someone who's not a trainer and not even an owner.
It offers you the three second major developmental deadlines for your puppy to develope a good temper and manners , following perfectly designed training schedules.
There are several astray native dogs, residing where i usually go hiking and i have a very good bond with them. Reading this book made many of their behaviors and intentions clear for me , like the play bites , barkings and possessiveness. Now i can be sure I've bunch of tricks up in my sleeves the next time I'm going to visit them .
I think I've learnt a lot abt humans aswell with this book. How we approach things instinctively vs how we can give it a thought and see not merely the action but the reason behind it and understand and adjust , so we don't lose the ppl we love. Just exactly the way you'd behave to your dog , since it's not like you're going to block your dog and never answer his calls after you quarrelled or one side is unpleades with the other :D
It offers you the three second major developmental deadlines for your puppy to develope a good temper and manners , following perfectly designed training schedules.
There are several astray native dogs, residing where i usually go hiking and i have a very good bond with them. Reading this book made many of their behaviors and intentions clear for me , like the play bites , barkings and possessiveness. Now i can be sure I've bunch of tricks up in my sleeves the next time I'm going to visit them .
I think I've learnt a lot abt humans aswell with this book. How we approach things instinctively vs how we can give it a thought and see not merely the action but the reason behind it and understand and adjust , so we don't lose the ppl we love. Just exactly the way you'd behave to your dog , since it's not like you're going to block your dog and never answer his calls after you quarrelled or one side is unpleades with the other :D
March 18, 2019
He leído este libro porque quiero aprender, así que partimos de la base de que soy profana en el tema, pero sí he leído otros libros y tengo una base para poder comparar.
En este libro se pueden encontrar consejos estupendos, sobre todo para el control de la mordida y maneras de socialización. Sin embargo, creo que está dirigido a personas que vivan en casas unifamiliares con jardín, con un vecindario repleto de amigos con niños que se reúnen todos los fines de semana a hacer barbacoas.
Si no puedes proporcionar a tu cachorro la posibilidad de conocer semanalmente decenas de personas desconocidas de una amplia variedad de rasgos físicos y montones de niños de todas las edades o en tu lugar de residencia no encuentras clases para cachorros, olvídate, para Ian Dunbar nunca podrás hacer un buen trabajo de educación.
En este libro se pueden encontrar consejos estupendos, sobre todo para el control de la mordida y maneras de socialización. Sin embargo, creo que está dirigido a personas que vivan en casas unifamiliares con jardín, con un vecindario repleto de amigos con niños que se reúnen todos los fines de semana a hacer barbacoas.
Si no puedes proporcionar a tu cachorro la posibilidad de conocer semanalmente decenas de personas desconocidas de una amplia variedad de rasgos físicos y montones de niños de todas las edades o en tu lugar de residencia no encuentras clases para cachorros, olvídate, para Ian Dunbar nunca podrás hacer un buen trabajo de educación.
February 5, 2023
I read the free ebook version available through the Dunbar academy.
I came across Dr Ian Dunbar in regards to bite inhibition and it’s safe to say that the bite inhibition aspect of this book is the most valuable, but the other stuff is a bit dated. I think it’s good general knowledge about puppy development and socialisation backed by someone with extensive research and understanding in puppy development, but I would also make sure you read other more up to date resources as well; especially for modern approaches to dog training. Handy socialisation worksheets at the end. Better than “BEFORE you get your puppy”
I came across Dr Ian Dunbar in regards to bite inhibition and it’s safe to say that the bite inhibition aspect of this book is the most valuable, but the other stuff is a bit dated. I think it’s good general knowledge about puppy development and socialisation backed by someone with extensive research and understanding in puppy development, but I would also make sure you read other more up to date resources as well; especially for modern approaches to dog training. Handy socialisation worksheets at the end. Better than “BEFORE you get your puppy”
December 18, 2020
This book contains great practical advice and tips for training a puppy. Dunbar stresses the need to train your dog, least they be euthanised for bad behaviour. This is perhaps one of the major points of the book, although, in spite of that, he manages to be rather funny in some parts and his writing is wonderfully casual and down-to-earth.
May 17, 2019
A short book about the most important development deadlines for a puppy and basic concepts about initial training. It is great to understand the basic concepts, however, it just instructs what should be done but lacks depth and does not get much into details about how to achieve that.
December 15, 2021
Good advice with easy to understand instructions. Several chuckle out loud moments. Everyone considering a puppy should read this. Repetitive at times (often, tbh), I think partly to emphasize to the reader the importance of whatever tenet. Very glad I read. And it’s free!
October 14, 2022
I looked at a bunch of puppy training books, and this was my favorite. It just made sense to me, was easy to read and understand, and explained the reasoning behind things. I also appreciated the approach, which was positive but also at least somewhat realistic!
July 12, 2019
Great for a beginning dog owner, but definitely needs supplemental training and exposure from a class with other pups to get the full range of socialization mentioned in the book
December 2, 2021
This was required for our puppy class and it was informative.
March 19, 2025
Good nuggets and quick/easy read but didn’t appreciate the sarcasm/condescending tone/fear mongering.
June 9, 2025
Still a pioneer but definitely dated material. Good for using as a framework for what needs to be done as part of puppy socialization.
July 1, 2015
Every veterinarian, breeder, training professional and pet parent should be familiar with and working hard at the deadlines mentioned in this book. If a breeder hasn't started working with their puppies at a very young age, they are set up for failure and ultimately are more likely to have behavioral issues that will result in euthanization.
This should be required reading for anyone getting a puppy - regardless of whether or not they are from a reputable breeder, pet store, backyard breeder, or rescue. Just as humans have critical developmental stages, much of a puppy's success is dependent on reaching developmental deadlines.
As with any dog training philosophy, there are some strategies that differ between Dunbar's version of force free, science based training when compared with other prominent names in the industry. I think what is presented here (and in Dunbar's other works) is a solid, middle of the road strategy that will quickly and successfully train a puppy in terms that anyone can relate to and understand.
Be sure to read the important book that precedes: Before You Get Your Puppy
This should be required reading for anyone getting a puppy - regardless of whether or not they are from a reputable breeder, pet store, backyard breeder, or rescue. Just as humans have critical developmental stages, much of a puppy's success is dependent on reaching developmental deadlines.
As with any dog training philosophy, there are some strategies that differ between Dunbar's version of force free, science based training when compared with other prominent names in the industry. I think what is presented here (and in Dunbar's other works) is a solid, middle of the road strategy that will quickly and successfully train a puppy in terms that anyone can relate to and understand.
Be sure to read the important book that precedes: Before You Get Your Puppy
May 27, 2008
Despite the title, I guess I should have gotten this book before getting a puppy. It kind of makes me feel like I'm behind on training.
That may be because of the uneven manner of advice. The author at one point suggests that puppies should be able to balance food on their nose before they're 3 months old. That seems unlikely.
For me, the most important part of this book is bite inhibition. It has very good tips and instructions for training, and our dog has gotten a lot of compliments on how quickly his mouthing is improving.
However, I got frustrated when it began to talk about play fighting. It states that this is an important method of training bite inhibition, and further states that you need to adhere to very strict rules. It then tells you to buy another book by the author to get the rules for play fighting.
This book is very useful, but is far from a complete source of info for training.
That may be because of the uneven manner of advice. The author at one point suggests that puppies should be able to balance food on their nose before they're 3 months old. That seems unlikely.
For me, the most important part of this book is bite inhibition. It has very good tips and instructions for training, and our dog has gotten a lot of compliments on how quickly his mouthing is improving.
However, I got frustrated when it began to talk about play fighting. It states that this is an important method of training bite inhibition, and further states that you need to adhere to very strict rules. It then tells you to buy another book by the author to get the rules for play fighting.
This book is very useful, but is far from a complete source of info for training.
August 29, 2016
Dang. Should have read this BEFORE getting a puppy!
Has been helpful (and distressing in some ways) in reading (and continuing to refer to) this book since we got our 2-month old puppy (now approaching 4.5 months)… Overwhelming like a new baby, but in many ways it could have been easier in terms of knowing to organize puppy parties, etc. Ah well. He'll be okay!
Has been helpful (and distressing in some ways) in reading (and continuing to refer to) this book since we got our 2-month old puppy (now approaching 4.5 months)… Overwhelming like a new baby, but in many ways it could have been easier in terms of knowing to organize puppy parties, etc. Ah well. He'll be okay!
August 17, 2024
An excellent resource for a new puppy at home. The book won’t train the puppy, but will assist a new owner with beginning steps for a well-mannered pup. I look forward to utilizing the resources discussed in this book while training Sasha girl!
September 6, 2014
Great info for first time puppy owner. Did give me some anxiety. If you have a chance to read the one about 'before getting your puppy' I would highly recommend that one first!
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