How do you raise a happy, healthy, and emotionally resilient dog? Full of actionable guidance, Puppy Brain will show you how to create a harmonious, fulfilling relationship with your pet

“The first twelve months is the most important time frame in a puppy’s life, when it comes to setting the stage for your dog’s long term mental, emotional and behavior wellbeing. This book shows you how to prepare for a successful first year, building a rock-solid foundation that will last a lifetime.”

—Karen Shaw Becker, Wellness Veterinarian and co-author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Forever Dog 

"Nichols combines an understanding of behavioral and developmental science with practical experience into a philosophy and method of establishing a strong, functional bond with your canine companion. She has a wonderful talent for explaining the seemingly unexplainable aspects of the human/animal bond."

—Bruce W. Christensen, Veterinarian and Specialist in Canine Reproduction, Founder Kokopelli Veterinary Center