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Puppy Brain: How Our Dogs Learn, Think, and Love

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER How do you raise a happy, healthy, and emotionally resilient dog? Full of actionable guidance, Puppy Brain will show you how to create a harmonious, fulfilling relationship with your pet, from Kerry Nichols, founder of Nicholberry Goldens. Do you want to learn how to help your dog feel safe? Do you dream of owning a dog who enjoys meeting new people and exploring new places? Kerry Nichols, founder of Nicholberry Goldens, brings readers into the whelping box and onto the frontlines of a puppy’s developmental journey with her trademark clarity and wit. With guidance about everything from crate training to spaying and neutering, Puppy Brain distills the latest insights and breakthroughs from canine research into practical, actionable, evidence-based guidance. Through years of research into brain development and the use of intentional rearing protocols that focus on honoring a puppy’s choices and needs, Kerry has developed an approach that results in a harmonious, fulfilling relationship with our dogs rather than one steeped in rote obedience. Puppy Brain will reshape the way you think about your dog and show you how to meet your dog’s most basic needs. With irresistible photos, clear guidance, and engaging humor, Puppy Brain reveals the best training practices based on how your dog’s mind works. As her hundreds of thousands of followers can attest, Kerry’s guidance will help you raise dogs who are confident, loving, and happy. The perfect gift for dog lovers and psychology enthusiasts alike, Puppy Brain is the definitive resource for anyone looking to raise their puppy with respect and love. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Celadon Books


Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 30, 2024


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 400 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250867916


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 19


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.7 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 1.1 x 9.5 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #16,489 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2 in Animal & Pet Care Essays #9 in Dog Training (Books) #62 in Behavioral Sciences (Books)


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    • MUST READ if you are getting a puppy
Format: Hardcover
Can I give this more than 5 stars? This book was THAT GOOD! I was told to get this book before our puppy arrived, and I am SO glad I did. Not only did I follow his development as he was growing, but I was prepared and confident for our little guy's arrival. Doesn't matter what dog breed you are getting, this book will educate you on the entire process of getting a new dog. You will learn about how puppies develop and why the environment in which they are raised in is so vital to their development. Why is the right breeder necessary for a healthy dog. Anyone can breed dogs, but should they be? If you are searching for a breeder, Kerry helps you understand what to ask a breeder, what should you know BEFORE choosing a breeder. What she taught me in her book, helped me feel confident in our choice of breeders. Then once a puppy is born, learn how they develop, week by week. We followed the growth of our little guy and marveled in his progress with our breeder. As the book described the milestones, our breeder shared them with the liter families through videos and messages and I understood my puppies progress. The preparations for our gotcha day were easy to follow and I am so glad I took the time to prepare the house like the book says. Even better, were the next three days when we focused on our puppy. He settled right into the family without any problems because we were prepared for the time we needed to devote to him. This book teaches the humans the dog's body language and how to read the dog, learn the movements that he/she is telling you. On some of our first walks after our puppy arrived home, we would just sit and watch the world. I learned that his brain was processing everything going on around him. Something we take for granted was so important to his socialization and development. When my puppy stops on a walk and puts his brakes on, I know something is not okay for him, and we take a moment to assess. In the past, I would have pulled him along forcing him to be afraid of something on the walk which could affect future walks. When my puppy starts biting really hard, I know he is tired and without looking at the clock, I know its nap time. When he goes in his crate, he goes right to sleep. He is telling me his is tired. I need to listen. Those are only a few of the examples of how this book has helped our family with our new puppy. There are so many more. I share this book with anyone I know who is thinking about a puppy. Dog training has changed over the years, it's time to grow with the changes and help your dog have the best start they can in this world. Even now that he is 17 weeks old, I am still referring back to this book for topics I need to refresh, or viewing the author's website for training help or her Amazon list for items we need. I can't say enough good things about this book and Kerry Nichols. My breeder follows Kerry and her puppy rearing is similar to what Kerry does with her puppies. I have such an amazing puppy who had the best start possible and then I have tried to keep it going when he came to us. We are confidently raising this puppy because of this book and the advice in it. I am so glad I was told to buy this book. Kerry Nichols is incredibly educated when it comes to dogs and a valuable resource to anyone who owns a dog. Follow her on social media to learn more about raising dogs. Thank you Kerry for all the time and effort that you put into this book! A true treasure! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2025 by Mama Likes to Read
    • Must read for those who love dogs!
Format: Kindle
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Wow - I recently had the opportunity to listen to this audio book in full over the course of two days (long - long road trip). I've been so impressed with what I've learned about Kerry from her site and her Social Media that I decided it was time to dive into this book (though it had been in my Audible library since it was released). I was blown away - at one point I turned up the audio speed to make sure I could get through the entire book before the end of my trip. And I'm so glad that I did. If you have a puppy, going to get a puppy, have or are going to get an older dog, or just love dogs in general, this book pulls all of the pieces together which most of us have learned about dogs in our lives - some correct, most completely wrong - and wraps it up in an approach to dog rearing and relationships which is incredible. It's rare that I'll leave a review for a book, but this deserves the highest praise, and I could not recommend it any more enthusiastically than to say every dog family or lover must read this - the sooner the better! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2025 by David L. Gibbs David L. Gibbs
    • A MUST read no matter the age of your dog!
Format: Paperback
Kerry Nichol's "Puppy Brain" is pure genius. I picked it up because I am a dog lover. I do not intend to get a puppy (never say never!) but I've had three dogs, the current one is 3 year old. I wanted to have a better relationship with her and become a better dog mom. Nichol's insight has reformed my relationship with my dog! We are having so much fun together, now that I understand dog language and my dog's needs! She is happier, healthier and better behaved simply because I learned to listen to and speak dog! This book is a MUST if you are getting a puppy! Practical, easy to read, and so kind to the canine species! However, if you want/desire a better relationship with your dog - no matter what age - get this book! After all, who doesn't want to be a better human and dog companion! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2025 by Amazon Customer
    • Highly Recommend for All Dog Owners!
Format: Hardcover
Puppy Brain has been amazing in helping me understand my dog better. It's written in a warm, easy to understand way, with lots of practical details. I've gone back to the book and referred to different chapters ever since I got it. The first time I read it, the chapter on the new research on spaying/neutering helped me to make an informed decision on getting an OSS for my golden. I'll be getting a puppy in the near future and the chapters on preparing for puppy have been so informational. Once the puppy is born, I'm looking forward to reading through the early development chapters to follow along the puppy's first weeks of life. Highly recommend for dog owners and lovers! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2025 by LKC279
    • A MUST for dog owners for dogs of all ages!
Format: Kindle
This book is SO IMPORTANT for any dog owner. As an owner of a 12 year old Australian Shepherd, myself, I found the information provided in the book invaluable. From birth to crossing the rainbow bridge, this book helps you truly understand your dog in a multitude of ways. Everytime I read it I walk aways with something new. I’m happy to say I understand my dog a little better after reading this, which is wild considering I’ve have him for 12 years. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2025 by Chantell Adams
    • Great for new time doggie parents
Format: Hardcover
I grew up with dogs my whole life, but recently got my own pup. I wanted to do some research before hand and this was the perfect book for that. Informs you of some of the importance of puppy development, as well as the stages they go through. This book helped remind me to look at things from my dogs perspective when getting frustrated which I really appreciated! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2024 by Molly Chapman

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