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You and Your Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puppy in a Nutshell: The perfect handbook for CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIEL puppy parents-to-be
The only book you’ll need through your Cavalier’s crucial first year
Expert answers and advice for new and prospective CKCS owners
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIELS are as sweet as can be! As a result they can be easily spoilt. And yet it's hugely important that their owners find a delicate balance between treating them gently and having a firm hand. Also important with this breed is choosing responsibly, especially if you want to increase your puppy's chances of a long, healthy and happy life.
These are just two of the reasons for this essential guide to Cavalier puppy parenting. A compact summary of the latest findings in puppy care and behaviour, it is filled with easy-to-read, easy-to-follow advice on how to choose and care for your new arrival.
It walks you step by step from finding a litter and deciding which puppy is the best fit for you and your circumstances, to the first crucial days and weeks, and then through the early months and first, and vitally important, formative year of your puppy’s life.
It is filled with tips and advice to help get your special relationship off to a wonder-filled start. And the amusing DOs and DON’Ts of Cavvie puppy care will keep you smiling through the poops, night-time whimpers and shredded personal items.
New owners
Typical Cavalier traits
Keeping your puppy safe
The first day and night
Where your puppy should sleep
Crate training
Chewing and teething
Feeding – what, how, when and where
Emotional development and the importance of socialisation
Grooming and bathing
Behaviour – including mouthing, nipping and jumping up
Preventing separation anxiety
Exercise – what type, how much and how often
Stepping out – making outings safe and enjoyable
Early training – including Sit, Down and Stay
Playtime – with suggestions for games and toys
Safe travel
Adolescence
Neutering
Prospective owners
The Breed Standard and what makes a ‘good’ Cavalier
How to avoid puppy farmers
How to identify a responsible breeder
Minimise the risk of inherited illnesses
Deciding on colouring and gender
Choosing the right puppy for you and your household
Preparing for the new arrival
Safety proofing your home
Picking up your precious new puppy
Reader
“Heart-warming and incredibly helpful!”
“… will be keeping this close for easy reference …”
“Perfect when nerves are fraught and time is precious.
Expert answers and advice for new and prospective CKCS owners
CAVALIER KING CHARLES SPANIELS are as sweet as can be! As a result they can be easily spoilt. And yet it's hugely important that their owners find a delicate balance between treating them gently and having a firm hand. Also important with this breed is choosing responsibly, especially if you want to increase your puppy's chances of a long, healthy and happy life.
These are just two of the reasons for this essential guide to Cavalier puppy parenting. A compact summary of the latest findings in puppy care and behaviour, it is filled with easy-to-read, easy-to-follow advice on how to choose and care for your new arrival.
It walks you step by step from finding a litter and deciding which puppy is the best fit for you and your circumstances, to the first crucial days and weeks, and then through the early months and first, and vitally important, formative year of your puppy’s life.
It is filled with tips and advice to help get your special relationship off to a wonder-filled start. And the amusing DOs and DON’Ts of Cavvie puppy care will keep you smiling through the poops, night-time whimpers and shredded personal items.
New owners
Typical Cavalier traits
Keeping your puppy safe
The first day and night
Where your puppy should sleep
Crate training
Chewing and teething
Feeding – what, how, when and where
Emotional development and the importance of socialisation
Grooming and bathing
Behaviour – including mouthing, nipping and jumping up
Preventing separation anxiety
Exercise – what type, how much and how often
Stepping out – making outings safe and enjoyable
Early training – including Sit, Down and Stay
Playtime – with suggestions for games and toys
Safe travel
Adolescence
Neutering
Prospective owners
The Breed Standard and what makes a ‘good’ Cavalier
How to avoid puppy farmers
How to identify a responsible breeder
Minimise the risk of inherited illnesses
Deciding on colouring and gender
Choosing the right puppy for you and your household
Preparing for the new arrival
Safety proofing your home
Picking up your precious new puppy
Reader
“Heart-warming and incredibly helpful!”
“… will be keeping this close for easy reference …”
“Perfect when nerves are fraught and time is precious.
174 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 18, 2022
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