Best Family Friendly Dog Breeds - April 2024

Family Dog: A Simple and Time-Proven Method

The bestselling dog training manual that will give you the perfect family pet—from the author of Water Dog.This time-proven guide by legendary trainer Richard A. Wolters offers a step-by-step method for completely training your dog, regardless of breed or age—in just sixteen weeks. Whether you’re six or sixty, you can learn to train your dog quickly and effectively—taking only minutes a day. In Family Dog, you’ll discover:• How to choose the right dog for your family and lifestyle• The fundamentals of training—from housebreaking to basic commands to teaching tricks• The ke... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0525944729
• ASIN: 0525944729
• ISBN: 0525944729
• Brand: Dutton Books
• Manufacturer: Dutton

Can I Be Your Dog?

The New York Times bestseller featured on THE TODAY SHOW!A heart-tugging dog adoption story told through letters--deeply sincere and almost desperate pleas for a forever home--from the dog, himself!This picture book shares the tale of Arfy, a homeless mutt who lives in a box in an alley. Arfy writes to every person on Butternut Street about what a great pet he'd make. His letters to prospective owners share that he's house broken! He has his own squeaky bone! He can learn to live with cats! But, no one wants him. Won't anyone open their heart--and home--to a lonesome dog? Readers will be happi... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0399554521
• ASIN: 0399554521
• ISBN: 0399554521
• Manufacturer: Random House Books for Young Readers

The Complete Dog Breed Book: Choose the Perfect Dog for You

The ultimate dog breed resource book, The Complete Dog Breed Book has everything from dog grooming to dog training to caring for a dog to, yes, a breakdown of dog breeds for prospective breeders and prospective dog owners. Search through common dog breeds and exotic dog breeds as well — The Complete Dog Breed Book includes 420 dog breed profiles, with the most popular dog breeds featured on double-page spreads. The Complete Dog Breed Book comes complete with annotated photographs and breed-specific care tips and notes on color variations, temperament, and much more. Looking for a dog as a pe... [Read More]

• ASIN: 146542976X
• UPC: 499995049901
• ASIN: 146542976X
• ISBN: 146542976X
• Brand: DK Publishing Dorling Kindersley
• Manufacturer: DK

The Art of Raising a Puppy (Revised Edition): New Skete Monks

• ASIN: B0047Y0FC8
• ASIN: B0047Y0FC8
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown and Company

Aaronco Pet Products The All Breed Dog Grooming Guide

The newly revised, user-friendly All Breed Grooming Guide 4th edition by Sam Kohl features in-depth explanations on how to groom 193 breeds recognized by the AKC. This one-of-a-kind guide has been a longtime favorite of grooming schools nationwide.

• ASIN: 0977110443
• UPC: 729775016206
• ASIN: 0977110443
• ISBN: 0977110443
• Brand: Aaronco Pet Products
• Size: GUIDE
• Manufacturer: Aaronco Pet Products Inc

How to Speak Dog: A Guide to Decoding Dog Language

Do you speak dog? How to Speak Dog is a fun, informative, and photographically driven book that helps kids understand what their dog is trying to tell them through body language and behavior. Super-engaging dog photography, along with National Geographic Kids' signature bold and bouncy design, helps illustrate the key canine concepts. Quick-hit tip boxes, fun facts about mankind's best friends, and informative sidebars from the experts enliven the text. Readers young and old will respond to the irresistible call of the canine in this delightful book that will warm hearts and wag tails everywhe... [Read More]

• ASIN: 142631373X
• ASIN: 142631373X
• ISBN: 142631373X
• Brand: National Geographic Books
• Manufacturer: National Geographic Children's Books

A Comprehensive Manual for Individualized Dog and Cat Grooming (thegroomingbook.com)

This professional handbook helps groomers to achieve a perfection in hair styling of the popular dog and cat breeds as well as most mix breeds and rare breeds. An easy read with remarkable detailed illustration and step-by-step instruction that guide your hand to outstanding results. The authors' focus is on an individualized approach that corrects for imperfections and enhances the innate qualities of the groomed animal in final presentation. About two hundred breeds; An easy start for beginners, great resource for practicing professionals; Specialized instructions for different ages, ge... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1105114503
• ASIN: 1105114503
• ISBN: 1105114503
• Manufacturer: Tree Media Inc

Free Days With George: Learning Life's Little Lessons from One Very Big Dog

A New York Times Bestseller..!!  A heartwarming, true story about George, a rescue dog who helps his owner rediscover love and happiness. Marley & Me meets Tuesdays with Morrie and The Art of Racing in the Rain--get your tissues ready, animal lovers! After Colin Campbell went on a short business trip abroad, he returned home to discover his wife of many years had moved out. No explanations. No second chances. She was gone and wasn't coming back. Shocked and heartbroken, Colin fell into a spiral of depression and loneliness. Soon after, a friend told Colin about a dog in need of rescue--a negl... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0385682891
• ASIN: 0385682891
• ISBN: 0385682891
• Brand: imusti
• Manufacturer: Anchor Canada

Clicking with Your Dog: Step-by-Step in Pictures (Karen Pryor Clicker Books)

"Clicking with Your Dog" is the answer for all pet owners who want a dog to be a real partner and friend. The author's step-by-step illustrations explain the clicking process more clearly than ever before. Soon you will truly understand your dog, and, thanks to the clicker, your dog will understandd you!"

• ASIN: 189094808X
• ASIN: 189094808X
• ISBN: 9781890948085
• Brand: Brand: Sunshine Books, Inc.
• Manufacturer: Sunshine Books, Inc.

Your Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy: The ultimate guide to finding, rearing and appreciating the best companion dog in the world

YOUR RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK PUPPY is the book you have been waiting for – an indispensable guide to rearing, training and understanding this incredible breed.Accompanied by lavish full-color photos that bring the breed to life, YOUR RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK PUPPY provides nuanced insights into Ridgeback care and ownership that you simply won’t find anywhere else.Among the questions you'll find answered:Is the Ridgeback right for me? ... How do I find a reputable breeder? ... What should I ask when I do find one? ... How much does a puppy cost? ... What's the best way to train a Ridgeback? ... What... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0991116836
• ASIN: 0991116836
• ISBN: 0991116836
• Manufacturer: Revodana Publishing LLC

Crusoe, the Celebrity Dachshund: Adventures of the Wiener Dog Extraordinaire

What?! You've never heard of Crusoe the celebrity dachshund?! You must be living under a rock!... Or at least that's what Crusoe thinks. He's the self-proclaimed "wiener dog who thinks he's more of a celebrity than he really is" (until now!). Crusoe is the star of his wildly popular blog of the same name, winner of the 2013 AND 2014 Best Pet Blog Award. That's right... two years in a row! Because Crusoe is a talented and ridiculously photogenic miniature dachshund with a big personality, stunning fashion sense, and an insatiable penchant for whimsy. Perhaps you know him better by his infamous ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00UFOVU0K
• ASIN: B00UFOVU0K
• Manufacturer: St. Martin's Griffin

Total Dog Manual (Adopt-a-Pet.com): Meet, Train and Care for Your New Best Friend

Thanks to the experts at Adopt-a-Pet.com, the definitive guide to dog care is here! This essential resource, brought to you by David Meyer, Abbie Moore, Dr. Pia Salk and the Editors of Adopt-a-Pet.com, has everything you need to know about canine companions— from understanding a dog's anatomy and those deep-down doggie instincts to training methods and grooming tips. Behavior Why do dogs jump so much? What supplies do you need before you bring home a new puppy? What do wolves have to do with anything? Find these answers and so much more to better understand how dogs “talk” to each ... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1616289554
• ASIN: 1616289554
• ISBN: 1616289554
• Brand: Weldon Owen
• Manufacturer: Weldon Owen

Retired Racing Greyhounds For Dummies

“The next best thing to having an experienced Greyhound owner living with you.” —Joan Belle Isle, President, Greyhound Project “Anyone who reads this book and follows its guidance will have a happier, healthier dog and be a happier, more relaxed dog owner.” —Hal and Karen Hawley, Greyhound Friends Northwest The Greyhound has been celebrated in song and legend for thousands of years. Nowadays, Greyhounds are bred almost exclusively for racing. In the bad old days, prior to the 1980s, dogs that didn’t make the grade at the track, and those past their primes, were destroyed. Accordi... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0764552767
• UPC: 785555037205
• ASIN: 0764552767
• ISBN: 0764552767
• Brand: Brand: For Dummies
• Manufacturer: For Dummies

Think Like a Cat: How to Raise a Well-Adjusted Cat--Not a Sour Puss

America's favorite cat behavior expert, author of Catwise and Cat vs. Cat, offers the most complete resource for cat owners of all stripes, now fully updated and revised."The queen of cat behavior" - Steve Dale, author of My Pet WorldThink it's impossible to train a cat? Think again! By learning how to think like a cat, you'll be amazed at just how easy it is. Whether you are a veteran cat lover, a brand-new owner of a sweet kitten, or the frustrated companion of a feline whose driving you crazy, Pam Johnson-Bennett will help you understand what makes your cat tick (as well as scratch and purr... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0143119796
• ASIN: 0143119796
• ISBN: 0143119796
• Brand: Penguin
• Manufacturer: Penguin Books

The Luckiest Dog in the World

In a story told from his perspective, an orphaned pit bull puppy living on the streets of New Orleans seems destined to meet a grim end. Discriminated against because of his breed, he is greeted with cruelty from nearly every avenue. Though all he desires is a loving home, he finds himself in the clutches of abusive villains. Despite being broken by hunger and abuse, he takes a second chance at joining a family when a kind musician offers him a helping hand. In a struggle for acceptance, Lucky the pit bull is confronted with his greatest fear and is threatened with losing what he loves the mos... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00FOVXFES
• ASIN: B00FOVXFES
• Manufacturer: Unique Vision Press

Kibbles 'n Bits Bistro Mini Bits Small Breed Oven Roasted Beef Flavor Dog Food, 17.6-Pound

As part of our Chef's Choice line of culinary-inspired foods, every bite of Kibbles ‘n Bits Bistro Mini Bits Small Breed Oven Roasted Beef Flavor dog food is bursting with a medley of bistro-style flavors

• UPC: 140840074
• Model: 7910027815
• Size: 17.6 lbs
• Rating: 4.5

IAMS PROACTIVE HEALTH Adult Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken, 40 lb. Bag

Give your four-legged friend the best they can get with Iams ProActive Health Large Breed Premium Dog Food. This well-balanced product contains everything your dog needs in a day-to-day diet. This adult dog food is

• UPC: 33982748
• Model: 10173572
• Size: 40 lbs
• Rating: 4.582

Purina Pro Plan FOCUS Large Breed Formula Adult Dry Dog Food - 34 lb. Bag

Tend to your large breed dog's specific nutritional needs with Purina Pro Plan FOCUS Large Breed Formula adult dry dog food. Real chicken as the first ingredient of this large breed dog food helps provide

• UPC: 42410568
• Model: 00038100132536
• Color: Multicolor
• Size: 34-lb bag34 lbs
• Rating: 4.834

Kibbles 'n Bits Small Breed Mini Bits Savory Beef & Chicken Flavor Dog Food, Bonus Bag, 17.6-Pound

Show your small-breed dog how much you care with a meal made especially for him. Kibbles ‘n Bits Small Breed Mini Bits Savory Beef & Chicken Flavors dog food packs big taste into small-sized bits

• UPC: 767873397
• Model: 7910092674
• Size: 17.6 lbs
• Rating: 5.0

Purina Pro Plan FOCUS Large Breed Chicken & Rice Formula Dry Puppy Food - 34 lb. Bag

Give your large breed puppy the wholesome nutrition he needs with Purina Pro Plan FOCUS Large Breed Chicken & Rice Formula dry puppy food. High-quality protein, including chicken as the first ingredient, provides the building

• UPC: 42408452
• Model: 0003810013263512244238
• Size: 34 lbs
• Rating: 4.769

Pure Balance Small Breed Grain Free Formula Chicken & Garden Vegetables Recipe Food for Dogs, 11 lb

At Pure Balance, we believe in one pure and simple thought - the best nutrition for your dog starts with the best ingredients. Thatâs why Grain Free Small Breed Chicken & Garden Vegetables Recipe contains

• UPC: 115310384
• Model: 7615751100
• Size: 11 lbs
• Rating: 4.561

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Chicken and Brown Rice Natural Small Breed Dry Dog Food, 15-lb

Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Natural Adult Small Breed Dry Dog Food, Chicken and Brown Rice,

• UPC: 127781348
• Model: 800188
• Color: Multicolor
• Size: 15 lbs
• Rating: 4.75

IAMS PROACTIVE HEALTH Small & Toy Breed Adult Dry Dog Food Chicken, 15 lb. Bag

IAMS PROACTIVE HEALTH Small and Toy Breed Adult Dry Dog Food is veterinarian recommended and made with real ingredients. Our recipe starts with farm-raised chicken and includes wholesome grains and veggies. It’s tailored to the

• UPC: 401226414
• Model: 10171715
• Size: 15 lbs
• Rating: 4.407

Purina Beneful Small Breed Wet Dog Food Variety Pack, IncrediBites - (27) 3 oz. Cans

Feed your little dog the big flavors he loves while also providing proper nutrition with a Purina Beneful IncrediBites adult wet dog food variety pack. Bite-sized and meaty chunks in each recipe are chopped up

• UPC: 151277367
• Model: 0001780016825012317710
• Size: 3 oz3 fl oz
• Rating: 4.77

Nature's Recipe Small Breed Grain Free Easy to Digest Chicken, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food, 12-Pound

Nature’s Recipe Small Breed Grain Free Easy to Digest Chicken, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe dog dry food offers exceptional quality with real chicken as the #1 ingredient. Formulated for adult dogs under 25 pounds

• UPC: 122787913
• Model: 3052152106
• Color: White
• Size: 12 lbs
• Rating: 4.914