The Happy Cat Handbook

Your essential cat and kitten care guide by bestselling author Pippa Mattinson.

Whether you are thinking of getting a kitten, already have a cat, or are considering adopting a rescue moggy, this is the book for you! 
 
 The chapters cover: breeds and types, advice on rescuing versus buying, feeding, training, sleeping and play, keeping your cat healthy, grooming, the pros and cons of indoors and outdoors cats, caring for senior cats, dealing with destructive behaviour and aggression, how to integrate a second cat and troubleshooting tips for all-round happiness. 
 
 With adorable photos throughout, this wonderfully informative book deserves a place in every cat owner's home.

Choosing the Perfect Puppy

Expert advice on everything you need to know if you're thinking of getting a puppy, from the bestselling author of The Happy Puppy Handbook.

The best guide to preparing for a puppy and emerging unscathed from the next 12 months that I’ve seen

From the bestselling author of The Happy Puppy Handbook comes the definitive guide to choosing the perfect puppy for you. 
 
Ready for an adorable puppy in your life? With over 200 breeds to choose from, picking your new life companion can be hard. But the dog of your dreams is out there, and Choosing the Perfect Puppy is here to help you find it. In this book you will discover: 
- How to compare pedigree with mixed breeds 
- At-a-glance information on the most popular dog breeds in the world 
- How to choose the best place to start searching 
- How to choose the right puppy from a litter 
 
And many more tips to find the perfect pooch to complete your life! 
 
Written by dog-training expert and puppy enthusiast Pippa Mattinson, this book tells you everything you need to know before you welcome a new puppy into your life.

The definitive guide to training and caring for your Labrador

The Labrador Handbook

A complete guide to living with and caring for the world’s most popular dog, from the leading expert in the field.

A complete, comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide to living with and caring for the world's most popular dog, from the leading expert in the field. 
 
'The best guide to preparing for a puppy and emerging unscathed from the next 12 months that I've seen' -- The Bookbag 
'Covers everything you need to know' -- ***** Reader review 
'I would be lost without it!!' -- ***** Reader review 
'Love Labs? Got a Lab? Then get this book, pretty much everything you want and need to know is in here' -- ***** Reader review 
'Fantastic book - really informative and helpful. Recommend.' -- ***** Reader review 
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Pippa Mattinson, dog-training specialist, tells you everything you need to know about training and caring for your labrador. 
 
From puppyhood to old age, this book provides an in-depth guide to raising your labrador, making for a contented owner and a happy dog, covering among other topics: 
· Surviving the first few weeks 
· Health queries 
· Practical training 
· Sexual maturity 
· Breeding 
· Senior Labradors 
· Games to play for all ages 
 
Pippa Mattinson is in touch with over 300,000 dog owners every month through her website The Labrador Site and online forum The Labrador Forum and knows exactly what labrador owners want. Founder of The Gundog Trust, her first two books Total Recall and The Happy Puppy Handbook have won praise from many happy dog owners.

A complete, comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide to living with and caring for the world's most popular dog, from the leading expert in the field. 
 
'The best guide to preparing for a puppy and emerging unscathed from the next 12 months that I've seen' -- The Bookbag 
'Covers everything you need to know' -- ***** Reader review 
'I would be lost without it!!' -- ***** Reader review 
'Love Labs? Got a Lab? Then get this book, pretty much everything you want and need to know is in here' -- ***** Reader review 
'Fantastic book - really informative and helpful. Recommend.' -- ***** Reader review 
********************************************************************************************* 
Pippa Mattinson, dog-training specialist, tells you everything you need to know about training and caring for your labrador. 
 
From puppyhood to old age, this book provides an in-depth guide to raising your labrador, making for a contented owner and a happy dog, covering among other topics: 
· Surviving the first few weeks 
· Health queries 
· Practical training 
· Sexual maturity 
· Breeding 
· Senior Labradors 
· Games to play for all ages 
 
 Pippa Mattinson is in touch with over 300,000 dog owners every month through her website The Labrador Site and online forum The Labrador Forum and knows exactly what labrador owners want. Founder of The Gundog Trust, her first two books Total Recall and The Happy Puppy Handbook have won praise from many happy dog owners.

Your Definitive Guide to Puppy Care and Early Training

The Happy Puppy Handbook

The first comprehensive guide to puppy care and training by an expert on the subject

Pippa Mattinson, dog-training specialist, tells you everything you need to know about training and caring for your new puppy. From preparing the house and garden before the puppy arrives, to introducing your new friend to all the family (including children and other animals), and solving problems like crying, night waking, feeding, upset stomachs, biting, chewing and jumping up, this book is packed with all you need to know as a puppy owner.

Pippa Mattinson

Train your Dog with Fun and Games

Make any dog a retriever 
 
How can you keep your dog entertained and in superb physical condition without going on a two-hour walk every day? Teach them to fetch. 
 
Using fun and simple games, Pippa Mattinson, dog expert and author of The Happy Puppy Handbook, shows how any dog can learn to fetch like a pro, with no discipline or cross words needed. 
 
These easy exercises will make your dog utterly focused on you, help you to exercise your dog under control in public places and give you a new set of skills you can use to teach your dog pretty much anything!

Pippa Mattinson

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