EILEEN ANDERSON

Remember Me? is an award-winning guidebook for owners of dogs who are losing their mental faculties as they age, and the story of a dog and owner who retained their bond through this most difficult situation. If you have an aging dog, Remember Me? will give you the information you need to weather the difficult condition and give your dog the most fulfilling life possible. In Remember Me?, you will learn: About the symptoms of canine cognitive dysfunction, medications and other interventions that are showing promise in treating the condition; How to adapt your home and habits to keep your dog safe; The many products available to solve the problems of senior dogs; How to make things easier on yourself, physically and emotionally; and The complex question of euthanasia and how to make your own decision about it. The story of author Eileen Andersons small terrier Cricket, who developed dementia, is threaded through the book. As Crickets dementia worsened she paced, she circled, she stood in corners, she forgot what she was doing, and at times she lost and found her owner repeatedly. For the last weeks of her life she even forgot how to drink water. As Crickets condition deteriorated and needs changed, Anderson learned about the disease and developed methods to care for her dog.She shares these methods in Remember Me? and her calm, conversational tone is soothing to dog owners who are suffering--sometimes more than their dogs. Remember Me? won the 2016 Maxwell Award from the Dog Writers Association of America for a book on health, behavior, or general care.

Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do It defines and demystifies the most important thing you can do for your puppy: socialization. The authors dont just tell you what you need to know about socialization. They show you with dozens of photographs and exclusive linked videos (live internet connection needed to view videos). Youll see other owners socialize their puppies under the guidance of a nationally certified dog trainer and behavior consultant. These real-life examples of socialization show you what to do when things go well and when they dont go so well. Youll learn about: The magical time. Did you know that there is a special time in a puppys life when he is primed to accept new things? The authors tell you when that time is, when that socialization window starts closing and how a little effort by an owner during that time can save heartache later. Canine body language. Puppies and dogs are talking all the timewith their body language. Learn to tell when a puppy or dog is relaxed and happy, a bit nervous about something, or outright fearful. Mythbusting. Theres a lot of advice out there about socialization and not all of it is good. Some common myths can actually cause a puppy harm. The authors give you the most up-to-date information on puppy socialization and put some harmful myths to rest. Socializing a puppy during COVID-19. Puppies have so much to get used to: people, environments, noises, and more. The authors provide strategies for keeping humans and puppies safe while socializing puppies, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Sara Bennett, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, says, "This book is a great resource for any new pet parent. The information is based in the most up-to-date evidence-based science of behavior and learning. It is also presented in an upbeat and easy-to-understand manner, with a healthy dose of real-world stories that helps the reader connect with the authors." Leslie McDevitt, renowned behavior consultant, trainer, and author of the Control Unleashed series of books and DVDs, says, "This is the most definitive resource on all things Socialization that you could ever ask for." Dr. Karen London, dog behaviorist and author of Treat Everyone Like a Dog, says, "[This book] is the perfect resource for everyone who has anything to do with raising well-adjusted, happy puppies, and its publication is good news all around." Dr. Alanna Lowry, veterinarian and nationally ranked dog agility competitor, says, "Up until now, a comprehensive guide to this essential task has been lacking. Your puppy deserves the best start in life. This book allows you to provide it!" The authors teamed up to share this information with readers because most people dont know exactly what socialization is or how to do it. And both of them see the fallout of socialization gone wrong all the time. Rogers and Anderson each bring their own perspective to this groundbreaking work. Rogers is certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers as a Dog Trainer and also a Behavior Consultant. She specializes in behavior modification for fearful and aggressive dogs and the prevention of fear and aggression through socialization. Anderson is an award-winning writer who is passionate abo...