Understanding Puppy Testing

At last - a comprehensive guide to puppy aptitude testing from an author with over 20 years of puppy testing experience. Understanding Puppy Testing offers detailed information on each test - its purpose, specific techniques, responses and tips on what you should watch for. Included here are the specifics on puppy responses (including body posture, heart rate changes & eye movements) that you need to know - but can't find anywhere else.

This is a practical and realistic approach to the possibilities and limitations of puppy testing. An experienced breeder, Clothier stresses the importance of an holistic approach to the puppy, breeder's responsibilities and the need for careful interpretation of test results. If puppy behavior intrigues you, and you'd like to know more about the puppies you've bred or the puppy you want to buy, this booklet belongs on your bookshelf.

Suzanne Clothier is a professional dog trainer, lecturer and an award winning author. Her innovative holistic approach focuses on the mind, body & soul of the dog and the importance of the relationship between dog and handler. Her seminars, given nationwide, cover a wide variety of topics ranging from the canine athlete, behavior, the training relationship & more.