Jerry's new book, *The Breeder's Guide to Raising Superstar Dogs* was released in late April 2008. The book explains the "Superstar Program" that Jerry created. The program was developed to prepare puppies to be better members of our society. Through early socialization and imprinting techniques, the Superstar program gives puppies a head start on life and drastically decreases the chances of behavioral problems, thereby proportionally decreasing the chances of the puppy needing to be re-homed or even worse, euthanized.
The book is intended for breeders of all breeds; anyone thinking of obtaining a new puppy, and trainers that advise clients on puppy selection or that advise breeders on preparing pups for life.
What others are saying about "Superstar Dogs"-
"This is a delightful book. A super book! Wonderfully well written and overflowing with numerous practical tips for raising puppies to have solid temperaments, dynamite demeanors and stellar dispositions — true SuperStar Dogs! Every breeder and every prospective puppy owner should read this book."
-Ian Dunbar PhD, BVetMed, MRCVS
Founder of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers
"The author goes over the details of what breeders can do to make a lasting impact on the life of the puppy that they helped to bring into the world. The intimate understanding that this author has of the power of imprinting and other early puppy training is passed along to the rest of us in a way that everyone can easily utilize. No matter how you are involved “in dogs” this book will help to increase your understanding and enjoyment in the relationship that you create with your dog. The puppies that come from a program such as this one, will surely be the best dogs that they can be: Superstar Dogs!"
- Brenda Aloff, Midland, MI –Author of “Getting Connected With Your Dog”; “Canine Body Language, A Photographic Guide”; “Aggression in Dogs: Practical management, Prevention & Behaviour Modification” and “Positive Reinforcement: Training Dogs in the Real World”"If all breeders followed Jerry Hope's Superstar Program, there would be fewer dogs in shelters, fewer behavior problems, happier owners, and many, many more well socialized dogs. In short, the world would be a better place for dogs and their people."
- Nicole Wilde, CPDT, author "Help for Your Fearful Dog" and "So You Want to be a Dog Trainer""To call this book a breeders guide does not do the amount of information and common sense advice held within these pages justice. This is a book for everyone thinking of owning a dog, already owning a dog and those wishing to develop a wonderful companion. By building a solid foundation of behavior and brainpower in a pup we have a solid base from which to train and grow. To understand your dog and help him become a responsible canine citizen others admire is more than just rewarding, it brings a partnership and love that lasts for a lifetime. In the Chapters of this book, there is a wealth of practical common sense and fun interactions with your pup that will have you understanding, guiding and enjoying your pup and in doing so will help you create that rich human/canine bond we all long for."
- Martin Deeley IACP CDT ~ Co-Founder International Association of Canine Professionals ~ UK Gundog Trainer of the Year 2007 ~ Author, "Working Gun Dogs, An Introduction to Training and Handling"
“Jerry’s love of our canine companions and his extensive experience with dogs has resulted in him producing a wonderful read full of information that should be implemented by all dog breeders. His passion for this topic shines through and having met his four-legged friends I can vouch that they are indeed “Superstar Dogs!””
- Tammie King Bsc (Hons) Zoologist and Dog Behaviourist, Melbourne, Australia
