Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog

Welcoming Your Puppy from Planet Dog — a thoughtful, reassuring and refreshingly realistic puppy training book that helps new owners understand life from their puppy’s point of view. Rather than focusing on strict obedience or overwhelming rules, this brilliant guide explains how to work with your puppy’s natural instincts, emotions and behaviours to build trust, confidence and a calmer start to life together.

Written by certified professional dog trainer Kathy Callahan (CPDT-KA), the book uses a compassionate “cultural ambassador” approach that helps owners better understand why puppies behave the way they do — and how to guide them kindly through the challenges of puppyhood.

Why This Book Is a Must-Have

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting puppy advice online, this book is a breath of fresh air. It covers the real-life struggles many owners experience — toilet training, chewing, jumping up, biting, sleep, listening, and settling into family life — without relying on fear, punishment or unrealistic expectations.

One of the things I really like about this book is how well it helps owners see the world through their puppy’s eyes. That shift in perspective can completely change how we approach behaviour and training.

It’s also written in a very approachable, easy-to-read style, making it ideal for first-time puppy owners or anyone wanting a calmer, more force-free approach to raising a puppy.

It’s even available as an audiobook if, like me, you enjoy listening whilst driving or out walking the dog.

Trainer Tips

• Read it before your puppy arrives if possible — preparation makes puppyhood far less stressful.
• Perfect for helping the whole family stay consistent with training and expectations.
• Pair it with positive reinforcement training for the best long-term results.
• Especially helpful if you’re feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice online.
• Use it alongside real-life observation of your puppy’s body language, sleep and behaviour patterns.

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