Books can help you find the puppy with the right temperament and ability to be trained to match what you want in a four-legged companion.
Things to consider: How to find the right breed of dog for you and your family, learning about dog behavior, and understanding what it takes to raise a puppy.
The Right Dog - Books on all breeds of dogs are especially helpful if you are at the store for new puppies (or heading there) and have not chosen the puppy for you. These all breed books will teach you the idiosyncrasies of each breed so that you will have a better understanding of which breed might be right for you.
Dog Psychology 101 - Even if you believe that you understand basic dog obedience training techniques, unless you also have an implicit understanding of dog behavior, you might have more difficulties than you expect. Therefore, until you acquire this understanding of canine psychology (and more specifically, the psychology of this newest little member of your household) a few choice books from the store for new puppies can help make your first few months with your new puppy go a lot smoother.
Big Commitment - To make sure that you are truly ready for all that is involved in raising, training, and caring for a new puppy, before you head to the store for new puppies and bring home the first bundle of joy that catches your heart, read up on exactly what you will be getting yourself into first. You will be a much better dog owner and have a much happier, healthier, and more obedient dog if you take the time to sit down before you get the puppy and peruse a few choice dog ownership books.
