References and Resources
Dogs A New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior, and Evolution Ray Coppinger & Lorna Coppinger 2001
Dog Sense How the New Science Can Make You a Better Friend to Your Pet John Bradshaw 2011
Why Does My Dog Act That Way? A Complete Guide to Your Dog's Personality Stanley Coren 2006 Free press Simon and Schuster, Inc ISBN-13: 978-0-7432-7706-8 (hard cover) Chapters 7 to 10 also pages 180- 182 Summary of Training/Socialization
Puppy Culture http://www.puppyculture.com (great guide for breeders-tons of free information about raising puppies)
PC Facebook discussion group https://www.facebook.com/groups/383694245140783/
Avidogs is another program designed to raise socially competent dogs. Their focus is mostly on developing a sport dog. If you plan on also doing active sports with your dog, you may want to check it out. They offer a paid puppy selection assessment tool as well. https://www.avidog.com/
Suzanne Clothier offers a dog selection program for any age dog 16 weeks and up called CARAT. Clothier Animal Response Assessment Tool. She offers certification for dog trainers to help people select a puppy or dog. https://suzanneclothier.com/carat-program/
