Best Dog Care & Health Books of 2025

Signs From Pets In The Afterlife by Lyn Ragan is an ABC's guide to identifying signs, messages, and signals from pets in the afterlife. The book teaches readers how to speak the language of spirit and interpret the signs that are shared by deceased pets to connect with their families. It is a must-read book for anyone who has ever loved and lost a pet. The book offers great comfort and helps readers continue their relationship with their beloved pets in the afterlife. This well-written and insightful book is highly recommended for pet owners who are grieving the loss of their furry friends.

Raising Naturally Healthy Pets: A Guide to Helping Your Pets Live Longer by Dr. Judy Morgan is a comprehensive guide for pet owners on how to raise their pets naturally and ensure a longer and healthier life. The book covers topics such as vaccinations, parasite prevention, diet, pet insurance, choosing a trainer, and natural first aid remedies. Dr. Morgan's expertise as a holistic veterinarian and pet nutritionist shines through in this well-written and informative book. Overall, this is a must-read for any pet owner who wants to provide the best care for their furry friend.

The New Complete Dog Book, 22nd Edition is a comprehensive guide to over 200 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club. This 920-page book includes breed histories, pet attributes, puppy-buying tips, and over 800 color photographs. It is the ultimate resource for purebred dog aficionados and experts. The book also contains updated breed standards, changes in breed classifications, and recently recognized breeds. This revised and updated edition is an excellent guide for dog owners, breeders, and clubs. Overall, The New Complete Dog Book is a must-have for anyone interested in show dogs or a particular breed as a pet.

The book "Dog Training - Impulse Control and Frustration Tolerance" is an excellent guide for first-time dog owners who are struggling with their pets' uncontrolled behavior. The book offers 124 easy-to-follow exercises that are categorized into indoor and outdoor activities, making it easy for anyone to implement them. The book also provides a detailed introduction to impulse control, frustration tolerance, and reward management, which are essential for the upbringing and well-being of dogs. The training plan for the first year of a dog's life is an added bonus, helping owners guide their pets through different development phases. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants a happy and stress-free life with their furry friend.

The "Homemade Healthy Dog Food | Guide + Cookbook" is a comprehensive guide that teaches dog owners how to prepare nutritious, healthy, and delicious meals for their furry friends. The book is not just a recipe book; it also provides essential information on ingredients, nutritional values, energy requirements, and storage. Written by a dog lover, the book contains 80 easy-to-follow recipes that are designed to replicate for dogs. The author emphasizes the importance of homemade cooking as a guarantee of quality and safety for dogs. Overall, the book is an excellent resource for dog owners who want to provide their pets with healthy and delicious homemade meals.

The book "Mental Exercise for Dogs" is a comprehensive guide to keeping your furry friend active, engaged, and stimulated. It provides a variety of fun and non-trivial exercises that can be done at home, even in an apartment without a garden. The book emphasizes the importance of both physical and mental exercise for dogs and how it impacts their behavior and well-being. It also includes ideas for using simple toys in creative ways and teaching children how to interact with dogs safely. The book offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor games and exercises, including hunting, scent, agility, focus, impulse control, and water games. Overall, it's an excellent resource for strengthening the bond between you and your furry companion while having fun together.

The comprehensive guide, "Goldendoodles - The Owners Guide from Puppy to Old Age," is a must-have for any Goldendoodle owner or prospective buyer. Written by 32 expert breeders and a top dog trainer, the book covers everything from choosing a breeder to caring for your dog in their senior years. The guide is filled with practical advice, tips, and entertaining stories that make it easy to understand. The book is unique because it includes in-depth interviews with two of the founders of the Goldendoodle Association of North America. Overall, this book is an invaluable resource for any Goldendoodle owner looking to build a stronger bond with their furry friend.

Be Right Back! by Julie Naismith is a comprehensive guide to help dog owners overcome their pet's separation anxiety. The book offers a proven, evidence-based approach to transition dogs from a state of fear to a confident and contented one. Naismith, a certified dog trainer and owner of a dog with separation anxiety, provides readers with a step-by-step program, common training myths, success stories, and tips for dealing with judgmental friends and family. The book also includes free downloadable training plans and how-to video links. Overall, Be Right Back! is an excellent resource for dog owners struggling with separation anxiety.

The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Handbook is a comprehensive guide for dog trainers and pet parents. Written by renowned dog psychologist Linda Michaels, this book provides practical and force-free solutions to common and complex behavior problems. The book covers a wide range of topics, including nutrition, veterinary visits, aggression, separation anxiety, and basic skills. Michaels also includes private behavioral consultation treatment plans with citations and a detailed index to make finding topics easy. Overall, this book is a transformational problem-solving gift for pet parents and a valuable resource for professionals.

The German Shepherd Handbook is a comprehensive guide for new and prospective German Shepherd owners. The book features 234 pages of expert advice from breeders and trainers with decades of experience. It covers a wide range of topics, including training, behavior, health, grooming, and rescue. The book is highly rated on Amazon and is part of The Canine Handbooks, Amazon's Top Dog Breed Series. This book is a must-have for anyone looking to raise and train a relaxed, obedient German Shepherd who is a joy to live with.