One of the best books I have seen on the market in recent years. With great images and easy to follow principles/training tips, it’s a book the whole family will find hard to put down. The only sad thing is that the puppy can’t read it!! -- Philippa Gilbert
Janet Menzies is a professional author and journalist who works and competes spaniels, so you can feel good knowing that she really knows what she is talking about. If you are thinking of getting a puppy or know someone who is getting a new little four padded wonder, I’d grab this book in a hurry. It’s fun to read with simple steps that anyone can understand and the results work!
New puppy owners will find the opening chapter, which focuses on on the first six weeks absolutely indispensable, with help on everything from what to buy to how to hold your puppy. Essential reading for anyone considering bringing a pup into their lives.
Janet Menzies is an experienced dog trainer who works and competes spaniels. She's also a journalist, so her writing is clear and to the point. In this book she covers the process of raising a dog from early puppyhood and training it to become a well-behaved asset to the family. Recommended. * Shooting & Conservation Magazine *
Answering all your questions about what it takes to own and train your first family puppy, this is a comprehensive and practical guide for new owners showing you step-by-step how to house train, groom and teach commands, as well as the importance of puppy downtime and puppy proofing your home. * Landlove Magazine *

Janet Menzies breeds, trains and works cocker spaniels. She is a gundog and shooting correspondent for The Field magazine and writes a monthly blog on gundog training for the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC). She has had success with five Field Trial Champions, the majority of which she bred herself. The best known is FTCh Gournaycourt Ginger, one of the most consistent cockers of recent years.