Another piece of the puzzle: Puppy Development

Another Piece of the Puzzle: Puppy Development is all about the impact of puppy rearing practices on a puppy"s ability to develop happily and confidently in this challenging world of ours. Edited by Pat Hastings and Erin Ann Rouse

Another Piece of the Puzzle begins with an overview of developmental stages and moves on to selected articles by respected dog people about the contributions breeders and owners can make to their puppies" health, well-being and sure-footedness.

Pat Hastings has been involved in the dog world since 1959. From pet owner to owner-handler, breeder and professional handler, educator and judge. Pat presented the highly acclaimed seminar, Tricks of the Trade, for over 15 years and continues to give her popular Puppy Puzzle presentation at National Specialties. She is currently and American Kennel Club judge for the Non-Sporting and Herding group, half of the Working Group, Junior Showmanship and Best in Show.
Erin Ann Rouse has been a professional wirter for over 25 years, focusing on dogs and their people for the past several years. She has shared her life with several dogs-from a Schnauzer-poodle mix and TV watching Cocker Spaniel to a rescued Vizsla, Norfolk Terrier and champion Border Terrier.