From two revered experts, a concise guide to caring for a beloved senior dog and skillfully introducing a puppy to the household in a way that allows both dogs to flourishIt’s a natural impulse: As... Read More
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From two revered experts, a concise guide to caring for a beloved senior dog and skillfully introducing a puppy to the household in a way that allows both dogs to flourish
It’s a natural impulse: As dog owners watch their canine best friend age, they think about getting a puppy, hoping that the new pup will be influenced by the older dog while softening the inevitable loss. But is that the right step? Supporting an aging dog who’s declining while attending to the demands of a puppy presents unique challenges. Can both be done well at the same time?
In this first-of-its-kind guide, senior dog expert Helen St. Pierre and puppy expert Kathy Callahan have come together to help dog lovers answer this question and navigate the terrain with joy and compassion. Old Dog, New Dog is the singular resource that can guide people to good decisions and great care of dogs both young and old. Readers will find:
• critical points to consider when deciding whether it’s the right time to add a puppy
• suggestions for how to best manage the most difficult aspects of a household with both a senior dog and a puppy
• guidance on what changes to expect as time goes by
• practical tips for assessing an older dog’s well-being and keeping them comfortable and safe
• an overview of puppyhood basics — a glimpse into the realities of adding a puppy to the family
• key considerations for the painful decision of when it’s time to say goodbye to an old friend
Designed to be read and digested quickly, this concise book guides readers through a common but rarely covered scenario, empowering them to navigate it with confidence and grace.
It’s a natural impulse: As dog owners watch their canine best friend age, they think about getting a puppy, hoping that the new pup will be influenced by the older dog while softening the inevitable loss. But is that the right step? Supporting an aging dog who’s declining while attending to the demands of a puppy presents unique challenges. Can both be done well at the same time?
In this first-of-its-kind guide, senior dog expert Helen St. Pierre and puppy expert Kathy Callahan have come together to help dog lovers answer this question and navigate the terrain with joy and compassion. Old Dog, New Dog is the singular resource that can guide people to good decisions and great care of dogs both young and old. Readers will find:
• critical points to consider when deciding whether it’s the right time to add a puppy
• suggestions for how to best manage the most difficult aspects of a household with both a senior dog and a puppy
• guidance on what changes to expect as time goes by
• practical tips for assessing an older dog’s well-being and keeping them comfortable and safe
• an overview of puppyhood basics — a glimpse into the realities of adding a puppy to the family
• key considerations for the painful decision of when it’s time to say goodbye to an old friend
Designed to be read and digested quickly, this concise book guides readers through a common but rarely covered scenario, empowering them to navigate it with confidence and grace.
Details
- Price: $16.95
- Pages: 144
- Carton Quantity: 72
- Publisher: New World Library
- Imprint: New World Library
- Publication Date: 24th June 2025
- Trim Size: 5.5 x 8.5 in
- ISBN: 9781608689965
- Format: Paperback
- BISACs:
PETS / Dogs / Training
PETS / Reference
REFERENCE / Personal & Practical Guides
Reviews
“This book achieves what is to me a literary miracle: It is a fascinating read that moves quickly yet is dense with practical, useful advice. I have been a professional dog trainer for over forty years, and I absorbed advice in these pages that I didn’t anticipate needing or gaining. I knew immediately upon starting it that it would become my go-to recommendation for anyone with a senior dog, a middle-aged dog (to give them time to prep), or a puppy — whether or not the old dog and the new dog will overlap.”
— Sue Sternberg, canine behavior specialist, shelter owner, and author
“Kathy and Helen have joined forces to create this incredible, much-needed resource for the dog lovers out there who share their lives with a beloved aging dog and are considering adopting another. As a perfect team, they answer with articulate simplicity the questions you may have about whether or not to take this step, and how to set yourself and your canine companions up for success.”
— Pat Miller, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, bestselling author of The Power of Positive Dog Training
“This collaboration is a gift to both dog professionals and caregivers alike. Old Dog, New Dog is the book I wish I’d had eight years ago, when, heartbroken from the loss of one senior dog, we transitioned a puppy in with our remaining senior. The authors have created an essential playbook for managing this phase with care and grace. As a human well-being specialist, I appreciate their attention to the complex emotions involved — and their thoughtful approach to balancing joy and sorrow.”
— Marlene O’Neill Laberge, MSW, LFDM, organizational health and well-being specialist, Ruff Relationships
“A perfect collaboration. . . . Each author is acutely aware of the unique needs of dogs who are in the life stage of their specialty, so the text is able to advocate equally strongly for the new pup, the senior dog, and the humans who will need to juggle and balance the dogs’ needs!”
— Whole Dog Journal
“How wonderful that such compassionate, knowledgeable experts have joined forces to lead us through the seasons of multi-dog households! Old Dog, New Dog is a unique resource, full of practical tips that help dog families navigate life together, from potty time to pain relief.”
— Wendy Lyons Sunshine, FDM, author of Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationships with Dogs
“This is an essential read for anyone pondering the decision of adding another dog to a household with a senior dog. The authors provide a comprehensive look at the emotional and practical considerations from all perspectives — the new dog’s, the senior dog’s, and the humans’.”
— Jennifer Shryock, CDBC, LFDM, founder of Family Paws
“Trainers and veterinarians will be very thankful to have this thought-provoking, easy-to-digest resource to place in the hands and hearts of their clients who are thinking about getting a puppy to raise alongside their aging dog.”
— Marc Bekoff, PhD, author of Dogs Demystified and The Emotional Lives of Animals
“The authors’ years of experience working with dogs at either end of the age spectrum shine in this practical and succinct guide. This is a must-read for every pet guardian who is considering adding a new puppy to their home while facing the sadness of saying goodbye to a beloved older four-legged family member.”
— Viviane Arzoumanian, LFDM, CDBC, CPDT-KA, founder of PumpkinPups Dog Training
Author Bio
From two revered experts, a concise guide to caring for a beloved senior dog and skillfully introducing a puppy to the household in a way that allows both dogs to flourish
It’s a natural impulse: As dog owners watch their canine best friend age, they think about getting a puppy, hoping that the new pup will be influenced by the older dog while softening the inevitable loss. But is that the right step? Supporting an aging dog who’s declining while attending to the demands of a puppy presents unique challenges. Can both be done well at the same time?
In this first-of-its-kind guide, senior dog expert Helen St. Pierre and puppy expert Kathy Callahan have come together to help dog lovers answer this question and navigate the terrain with joy and compassion. Old Dog, New Dog is the singular resource that can guide people to good decisions and great care of dogs both young and old. Readers will find:
• critical points to consider when deciding whether it’s the right time to add a puppy
• suggestions for how to best manage the most difficult aspects of a household with both a senior dog and a puppy
• guidance on what changes to expect as time goes by
• practical tips for assessing an older dog’s well-being and keeping them comfortable and safe
• an overview of puppyhood basics — a glimpse into the realities of adding a puppy to the family
• key considerations for the painful decision of when it’s time to say goodbye to an old friend
Designed to be read and digested quickly, this concise book guides readers through a common but rarely covered scenario, empowering them to navigate it with confidence and grace.
It’s a natural impulse: As dog owners watch their canine best friend age, they think about getting a puppy, hoping that the new pup will be influenced by the older dog while softening the inevitable loss. But is that the right step? Supporting an aging dog who’s declining while attending to the demands of a puppy presents unique challenges. Can both be done well at the same time?
In this first-of-its-kind guide, senior dog expert Helen St. Pierre and puppy expert Kathy Callahan have come together to help dog lovers answer this question and navigate the terrain with joy and compassion. Old Dog, New Dog is the singular resource that can guide people to good decisions and great care of dogs both young and old. Readers will find:
• critical points to consider when deciding whether it’s the right time to add a puppy
• suggestions for how to best manage the most difficult aspects of a household with both a senior dog and a puppy
• guidance on what changes to expect as time goes by
• practical tips for assessing an older dog’s well-being and keeping them comfortable and safe
• an overview of puppyhood basics — a glimpse into the realities of adding a puppy to the family
• key considerations for the painful decision of when it’s time to say goodbye to an old friend
Designed to be read and digested quickly, this concise book guides readers through a common but rarely covered scenario, empowering them to navigate it with confidence and grace.
- Price: $16.95
- Pages: 144
- Carton Quantity: 72
- Publisher: New World Library
- Imprint: New World Library
- Publication Date: 24th June 2025
- Trim Size: 5.5 x 8.5 in
- ISBN: 9781608689965
- Format: Paperback
- BISACs:
PETS / Dogs / Training
PETS / Reference
REFERENCE / Personal & Practical Guides
“This book achieves what is to me a literary miracle: It is a fascinating read that moves quickly yet is dense with practical, useful advice. I have been a professional dog trainer for over forty years, and I absorbed advice in these pages that I didn’t anticipate needing or gaining. I knew immediately upon starting it that it would become my go-to recommendation for anyone with a senior dog, a middle-aged dog (to give them time to prep), or a puppy — whether or not the old dog and the new dog will overlap.”
— Sue Sternberg, canine behavior specialist, shelter owner, and author
“Kathy and Helen have joined forces to create this incredible, much-needed resource for the dog lovers out there who share their lives with a beloved aging dog and are considering adopting another. As a perfect team, they answer with articulate simplicity the questions you may have about whether or not to take this step, and how to set yourself and your canine companions up for success.”
— Pat Miller, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, bestselling author of The Power of Positive Dog Training
“This collaboration is a gift to both dog professionals and caregivers alike. Old Dog, New Dog is the book I wish I’d had eight years ago, when, heartbroken from the loss of one senior dog, we transitioned a puppy in with our remaining senior. The authors have created an essential playbook for managing this phase with care and grace. As a human well-being specialist, I appreciate their attention to the complex emotions involved — and their thoughtful approach to balancing joy and sorrow.”
— Marlene O’Neill Laberge, MSW, LFDM, organizational health and well-being specialist, Ruff Relationships
“A perfect collaboration. . . . Each author is acutely aware of the unique needs of dogs who are in the life stage of their specialty, so the text is able to advocate equally strongly for the new pup, the senior dog, and the humans who will need to juggle and balance the dogs’ needs!”
— Whole Dog Journal
“How wonderful that such compassionate, knowledgeable experts have joined forces to lead us through the seasons of multi-dog households! Old Dog, New Dog is a unique resource, full of practical tips that help dog families navigate life together, from potty time to pain relief.”
— Wendy Lyons Sunshine, FDM, author of Tender Paws: How Science-Based Parenting Can Transform Our Relationships with Dogs
“This is an essential read for anyone pondering the decision of adding another dog to a household with a senior dog. The authors provide a comprehensive look at the emotional and practical considerations from all perspectives — the new dog’s, the senior dog’s, and the humans’.”
— Jennifer Shryock, CDBC, LFDM, founder of Family Paws
“Trainers and veterinarians will be very thankful to have this thought-provoking, easy-to-digest resource to place in the hands and hearts of their clients who are thinking about getting a puppy to raise alongside their aging dog.”
— Marc Bekoff, PhD, author of Dogs Demystified and The Emotional Lives of Animals
“The authors’ years of experience working with dogs at either end of the age spectrum shine in this practical and succinct guide. This is a must-read for every pet guardian who is considering adding a new puppy to their home while facing the sadness of saying goodbye to a beloved older four-legged family member.”
— Viviane Arzoumanian, LFDM, CDBC, CPDT-KA, founder of PumpkinPups Dog Training