The star of Animal Planet's It's Me or the Dog reveals everything you need to raise the perfect pet--and get off on the right "paw" with your new best friend! Celebrity trainer Victoria Stilwell is one the most trusted names in the pet world. In this fun and informative guide, her first for puppies, she teaches you how to navigate each stage of a puppy's growth, from the first weeks through adolescence. You'll learn: puppy-proofing your home, toilet training, building leash-walking and play skills, preventing nipping and excessive barking, caring for your puppy's health, and more!