-- A comprehensive guide to acquiring, living with, and caring for a dog, from puppyhood through old age.-- In clear, concise, and fun-to-read language, it tells readers everything they need to know, including how to select and acquire a dog, set up house, deal with health care, nutrition, exercise, grooming, breeding (or not), basic and more advanced training, and more.According to the Info Please Almanac, dogs are the most popular pets in the U.S. The market for dog owners, and potential dog owners, is huge. The Complete Idiot's Guide "RM" to Getting and Owning a Dog provides a clear, concise, and fun-to-read reference on everything readers need to know, including how to select and acquire a dog; set up house; deal with health care; provide good nutrition, exercise, training, and grooming; handle breeding; and more. This book will also help readers answer questions concerning pedigrees, games, dog etiquette and social rules, traveling, and dealing with the death of a beloved pet.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Getting and Owning a Dog

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Sheila Webster Boneham

Pets & Animal Care

Alpha

The Shetland Sheepdog (also referred to as the Sheltie) ranks #19 in dog registrations by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and is an intelligent and steadfast working dog that takes well to training and makes an ideal family pet. In addition to general care and health advice, this comprehensive and breed-specific guide provides pet parents with extensive information on basic and advanced obedience training, along with details on the many competitive sports and activities at which the highly intelligent and athletic Sheltie excels.

The Shetland Sheepdog (Terra-Nova Series)

Tfh Pubns Inc

Dachshunds are bold and intelligent dogs with a particularly sharp sense of smell. Along with expert care and health information, this book gives special attention to the process of housetraining this potentially stubborn breed. T.F.H. has teamed up with Animal Planet™, the only television network devoted to the unique bonds between humans and animals, to present an exciting new series of family-friendly, comprehensive guides to superior pet care. Each book features newly written text from animal experts on a variety of topics, including feeding, housing, grooming, training, health care, and fun activities. Useful tip boxes in each chapter show every member of the household how to make the most out of owning a pet.

Dachshunds (Animal Planet Pet Care Library)

The Brittany, ranked #30 in dog registrations by the AKC, makes a perfect family companion with his loyal, loving nature and eagerness to please. Originally called the Brittany Spaniel, the breed is now referred to simply as the Brittany because its hunting style closely resembles that of pointing breeds. Along with complete coverage of essential topics like grooming, feeding, and training, this comprehensive guide teaches you how to channel the Brittany's hunting instinct into productive and fun-filled activities to keep him happy and healthy.

Brittany (Breedlover's Guide)

TFH Publications, Inc.

Part I of Rescue Matters! covers the legal, organizational, and paperwork needs of rescue groups, as well as finding and working with volunteers. Part II deals with the animals themselves: how to evaluate (health issues, personality assessment, type of home needed) foster homes and veterinary care, assessing potential adopters, training, and dealing with behavioral problems. The book offers something for everyone interested in saving homeless pets, from those wanting to help out a few hours a week to those willing to provide foster homes or volunteer their organizational, office, or publicity skills.

Rescue Matters!: How to Find, Foster, and Rehome Companion Animals: A Guide to Volunteers and Organizers

Business & Money

Job Hunting & Careers

Thorndike Press

Part I of Rescue Matters! covers the legal, organizational, and paperwork needs of rescue groups, as well as finding and working with volunteers. Part II deals with the animals themselves: how to evaluate (health issues, personality assessment, type of home needed) foster homes and veterinary care, assessing potential adopters, training, and dealing with behavioral problems. The book offers something for everyone interested in saving homeless pets, from those wanting to help out a few hours a week to those willing to provide foster homes or volunteer their organizational, office, or publicity skills.

Rescue Matters: How to Find, Foster, and Rehome Companion Animals: A Guide for Volunteers and Organizers

Alpine Publications, Inc.

Whether you're just about to bring your first canine companion into your home or an experienced dog owner, this truly authoritative series provides expert insight into the nature and abilities of your chosen breed. With each volume featuring practical, tried-and-tested tips and techniques for training your dog, the latest information on nutritional requirements, health and first aid for dogs, as well as fabulous full-color photography, this series is bound to be a sure-fire hit with dog-lovers everywhere. Filled with practical training tips, up-to-date health and nutrition advice, this is a must-have series for all dog-lovers.

Golden Retrievers

INTERPET PUBLISHING

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