The Complete Pug Handbook: The Essential Guide For New & Prospective Pug Owners (Canine Handbooks)

The Highest-Rated Pug Book!

Over 200 FIVE-STAR reviews & the only book recommended by owners AND breeders.

“Covers every topic from A to Z on pugs. A MUST-have for any pug enthusiast/fancier. I also recommend it to breeders as an outstanding reference when placing a puppy…especially to a first-time pug owner,” LAURA LIBNER, Pug breeder since 1999, MICHIGAN, USA

One word: Excellent. I have had two pugs & the book is right on. I have learned so many things in one book that would have taken a lifetime to research,” EDWARD LEWIS, USA

Pug-specific tips

17 ethical Pug breeders & specialist canine author Linda Whitwam have produced the 243-page 'Pug Bible,' the biggest & most in-depth Pug book to date.

Pugs are brachycephalic (flat-faced) dogs that need a little extra care from their humans.

Learn how to take best care of & train these lovable dogs with the huge hearts.

Part of The Canine Handbooks, Amazon’s No.1 Dog Breed Series.

Training & Behaviour

Housetraining, Crate Training, Obedience Training, Clicker Training, Collar & Leash, The Recall, Speak & Shush, Typical Pug Traits, Building a Bond, & How To Deal With Unwanted Behaviour.

Other topics include:

• What Every Pug Owner Should Know
• First Few Days & Weeks, Step-by-Step
• Socialisation & Exercise - How Much & How Often?
• Neutering, Spaying & The Heat Cycle
• Feeding, incl. Pugs & Grain
• Grooming
• Separation Anxiety
• Pug Rescue
• Caring for Older Pugs

Pug Health

is covered at length, including ailments that affect the breed. There are tips on Keeping Your Pug Healthy, & Preventing Overheating, Protecting Eyes, Wrinkle Cleaning, Insurance, Pug Facts of Life, Vaccinations, Worming & De-Fleaing.

If you haven’t got your puppy yet:

There’s tons of advice on how to spot good & bad breeders & then choose a healthy pup with a good temperament.

If you’ve read books like Pugs - The Owner's Guide from Puppy to Old Age or The Complete Guide to Pugs, you’ll love The Pug Handbook, it’s the most helpful of them all.

REVIEWS:

“Love this book - have a 4-month-old pug puppy & so much info – great,” CATHIE WILSON, UK

“Great book on Pugs. Chock full of info. A+ It’s full of info, and not just a sentence or two on a subject. It’s got a thick and shiny cover for a paperback and it’s big. Highly recommended!” SHERRILL DECKER, USA

“I just finished the book & it’s fantastic!!! …it’s comprehensive, well written & easy to read. Love it,” C. KYLE, TENNESSEE

“This a book that covers everything to do with pugs…The book is reasonably priced and once read should be a point of reference for rearing and training your new puppy,” MISS WOOFY, UK

“An EXCELLENT BOOK well written and informative 10/10…very breed specific unlike lots of other books which seem generic, this has been written by someone who knows the breed. If you are thinking of getting a Pug you need this book,” DEB, UK

Linda Whitwam is a British specialist canine author who believes passionately in breeding & raising happy, healthy dogs. She is a member of the Dog Writers Association of America.
 
She has worked on numerous international books & magazines during a long career as a journalist & photographer.
 
Over the last decade, Linda has joined forces with dedicated & experienced breeders, owners, breed clubs, veterinarians, rescue organisations & trainers to produce over 20 books in The Canine Handbooks, Amazon's No.1 dog breed series.