The Puppy Primer – Patricia McConnell & Brenda Scidmore

Description

“The Puppy Primer” by Patricia McConnell and Brenda Scidmore is a short, practical guide built as a six‑week training program in book form for new puppy owners. Topics include house training, basic cues, socialization, and early behavior challenges with clear, positive reinforcement methods. It’s written in McConnell’s warm, accessible style, making complex concepts easy to grasp for sleep‑deprived puppy families while still aligning with modern, science‑based training. For Border Collie households, it offers a structured roadmap that channels energy into skills instead of chaos, supporting both welfare and realistic daily life.

Breeders can use this book as a recommended “go‑home curriculum,” helping new owners follow a consistent plan for early training, husbandry, and problem prevention that complements the work already started in the breeder’s home. Professionals and behavior consultants will appreciate that its exercises and advice are compatible with reward‑based practice and can be integrated into L.E.G.S.®‑informed, total‑welfare plans without major conflict or re‑framing. It’s a strong candidate for your “Owner Reading List” and “Breeder Essentials” book list!

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