Typical traits of the German Shorthaired Pointer include the following: highly intelligent; full of life; power, speed; endurance; strong willed; stubborn; gentle; affectionate; loyal; generally happy, cheerful and confident; tolerant; obedient; adaptable; resilient; very sociable; people and other dog loving etc. The German Shorthaired Pointer makes an excellent companion and friend. /i>

In this book you will learn BEGINNER TO ADVANCED training methods which if implemented correctly will save you time, frustration and ensure you have a happy, healthy, well behaved dog.

• Written by a highly experienced dog handler and trainer who has successfully coached both dogs and owners over a lifetime.
• In addition many expert breeders, as well as practitioners in the fields of Canine behavioural psychology, Veterinary health and breed specific ownership, have contributed with invaluable advice and tips. So whether you are looking for basic instruction or more advanced advice, you will find it all here.
• The book is effectively split into 4 PARTS, and includes 12 DETAILED CHAPTERS.
• You will learn what makes the German Shorthaired Pointer tick and just about everything else you need to know to successfully understand and train your puppy, or adult dog.

PART ONE: INTRODUCTIONS: In part 1, you will be presented with two chapters. Chapter 1, UNDERSTANDING GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTERS. Here, you will learn everything you need to know to understand your dog and his heritage. Chapter 2 WEEK BY WEEK PUPPY DEVELOPMENT and CARE GUIDE: will take you step by step, detailing what you can expect WEEK by WEEK, for the first year and beyond.

PART 2: PREPARATIONS: In part 2, you will be presented with three chapters. Chapter 3, NECESSARY SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT. This will explain and prepare you for all of the training supplies you will need. Chapter 4 PREPARING FOR THE ARRIVAL, will walk you through all of the preparations you will need to make before your dog arrives. If you already have your dog, it will offer an invaluable check list. and Chapter 5 BRINING YOUR DOG HOME. Finally you will be taken through the steps relating to bringing your dog home.

PART 3 INITIAL TRAINING: In PART 3 YOU WILL START THE ACTUAL TRAINING.

You will be presented with FOUR chapters. Chapter 6, TOILET TRAINING, Chapter 7 SOCIALISATION, Chapter 8 OBEDIENCE TRAINING PREPARATION and Chapter 9 INITIAL OBEDIENCE TRAINING

PART 4 BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS and ADVANCED TRAINING: In part 4, you will be presented with three chapters. Chapter 10, BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS, Introduces you to behaviour problems you may encounter, but hopefully will not need. Chapter 11 ADVANCED TRAINING deals with Advanced Training techniques that follow on from the initial obedience training, and Chapter 12 OPTIONAL GUNDOG TRAINING

The final chapter presents a full course in Advanced Gundog Training, which is ENTIRELY OPTIONAL , but highly beneficial for any Sporting/Gundog.

SO AGAIN, PLEASE CONSIDER IT AS AN EXCELLENT EXTENSION TO THE BRILLIANT WORK YOUR DOG WILL ALREADY BE CARRYING OUT

• The book is presented in one jargon free, very user friendly, fun, easy to follow step by step format.
• Covering all aspects of dog ownership necessary to have a happy, motivated, well behaved, well mannered family dog!
• Includes all the help and advice as you are likely to need whether you are a prospective dog owner or already have a dog and are looking for extra help and guidance beyond the basics.

By the time you finish this book you will be fully equipped with the knowledge to be the best German Shorthaired Pointer owner you can be.