This is the first and only book ever written which has extracted virtually every law on animals from State Codes

It's the Law!: Pets, Animals, and the Law

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Wynn, William J.

Pets & Animal Care

Lumina Media

It is generally accepted that English Setters were present and used for hunting over 400 years ago. Today they continue to be one of the more popular hunting breeds and have made their mark in the show ring.

The History of English Setter Showdogs in America: The Story of the Greatest English Setter Showdogs in Akc History

Sparkes, Craig S.

The Laughing Warriors: How to Enjoy Killing the Status Quo

Dauten, Dale

Business & Money

The American Kennel Club’s Meet the Shih Tzu is the AKC’s first official publication on this popular companion breed, published in conjunction with the American Shih Tzu and I-5 Press. Meet the Shih Tzu presents accurate, authoritative information on all aspects of purchasing and owning this elegant Toy breed. All titles in the American Kennel Club’s Meet the Breed series are heavily illustrated with color images of well-bred puppies and beautiful adults, making the books as attractive as they are reliable. Meet the Shih Tzu contains eleven detailed chapters devoted to the breed’s history, characteristics, and the special requirements for owning this active and fully coated Toy. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Shih Tzu puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Individual chapters on house-training and basic obedience serve as a crash course in positive-training techniques, the AKC’s only recommended way of training dogs. Chapters on exercise, grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Shih Tzu also explains the many vital programs offered by the country’s leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, herding, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.

Meet the Shih Tzu (AKC Meet the Breed Series)

The first official publication endorsed by the American Kennel Club (AKC) to celebrate this remarkably talented and multi-faceted breed, Meet the German Shepherd is the ideal introduction for new owners. German Shepherds have served humankind in various capacities over the years, including work as a police dog, military dog, search and rescue dog, herding dog, competition dog, guard dog and companion dog. Few breeds can boast as many devoted fans at the GSD. This colorful and useful owner’s guide is divided into eleven chapters, which offer authoritative and accurate information on the breed’s history as a working dog, characteristics, and special requirements for owning a dog as active and intelligent as the GSD. All titles in the American Kennel Club’s Meet the Breed series are heavily illustrated with beautiful color images of well-bred puppies and handsome adults, a true feast for the eyes of any lover of this breed. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the GSD puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Individual chapters on house-training and basic obedience serve as a crash course in positive-training techniques, the AKC’s only recommended way of training dogs. Chapters on exercise, grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC produced in conjunction with the German Shepherd Dog Club of America, Meet the German Shepherd also explains the many vital programs offered by the country’s leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, herding, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.

Meet the German Shepherd (AKC Meet the Breed Series)

The American Kennel Club’s Meet the Miniature Schnauzer, endorsed by nation’s oldest and most prestigious dog organization, the American Kennel Club (AKC), celebrates America’s most popular terrier breed, whose jaunty personality and trademark beard and moustache make him recognizable to millions the world over. With the cooperation of the American Miniature Schnauzer Club, the AKC and I-5 Press have created a unique and colorful guide book for new owners of the Miniature Schnauzer. More than recap the history and standard of the breed, Meet the Miniature Schnauzer offers readers insight into what makes a Mini a Mini. Understanding how the breed was created and how breeders today continue to strive for the perfect dog, owners can improve their perspective on the breed and their own ability to bond with and train this smart little terrier. The book describes the breed’s characteristics and personality traits, offering advice for new owners who are seeking to share their lives with an active and adaptable Mini. The book includes a detailed chapter on how to find a qualified breeder and to select the right puppy from the litter, including how and why owners should register their puppies with the AKC. Chapters on puppy-proofing, socialization, and smart shopping tips for puppy necessities prepare the new owner for the road ahead. A straightforward chapter on how to house-train a puppy includes information on how to use a dog crate safely and humanely. The AKC is a strong proponent of positive training methods, and the chapter dedicated to obedience training offers solid advice about how to praise and treat your puppy into good behavior. Fortunately, the Mini is one of the most attentive dogs and he’s more eager to please than most of his terrier brethren. Owners will also find the chapter on feeding and nutrition of great benefit, as is the chapter on how to groom a pet Mini. The health care of any dog is of paramount importance, and Meet the Miniature Schnauzer offers advice about selecting the right veterinarian for your puppy, establishing a vaccination regimen, parasite control, dental care, and more. A chapter entitled Just Do It!” lays out the many opportunities that the AKC offers dog owners in terms of events and programs. The book includes information on the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program and the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program as well as dog shows, obedience, earthdog tests, and therapy dogs. The Resource section of the book lists websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs that Miniature Schnauzer owners may find of interest.

Meet the Miniature Schnauzer (AKC Meet the Breed Series)

American Kennel Club

Meet the Siberian Husky is the first official publication endorsed by the American Kennel Club (AKC) on this very popular companion breed, whose claim to fame is being history’s greatest sled dog. Eleven chapters detail the history, characteristics, and special requirements for owning this native Siberian breed, heavily illustrated with beautiful color images of puppies and adults. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Siberian Husky puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breed and to recognize a a healthy, sound puppy. Two separate chapters serve as a primer to training the puppy--house-training and obedience work, favoring positive-training techniques as the best and most successful way to educate dogs. Chapters on grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Siberian also explains the many vital programs offered by the country’s leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.

Meet the Siberian Husky (AKC Meet the Breed Series)

The fourth edition of the best-selling new owner’s breed guide, The American Kennel Club’s Meet the Breeds now presents profiles and photographs of 199 breeds, representing every AKC-recognized breed. Nearly 400 color photographs on 216 pages, the new edition includes the four new breeds entering the AKC in 2014: the American Hairless Terrier, the Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen, the Norrbottenspets, and the Portuguese Podengo. Now in its fifth year, the AKC Meet the Breed® event, which takes place each fall in New York City, is a spectacular forum for the public to meet different breeds of dogs (and cats) in the furand to talk to experts of each breed. This publication, authorized by the American Kennel Club, proves to be an accurate, reliable buyer’s guide to assist potential new owners in their selection of the right breed. In addition to color photographs of an adult and a puppy, breed profile include an official description of the breed with specifics of size, temperament, coat, and color, along with a brief history of the breed in its homeland and the United States. As an introduction to many familiar and lesser known breeds, The American Kennel Club’s Meet the Breeds offers buyer’s information on how to find and select a puppy plus contacts for each breed club’s rescue programs. The profiles also include expert advice on grooming, training, activity level and exercise requirements, which new owners will find valuable in helping them make a decision about which breed best suits their lifestyles and expectations. The book begins with an introductory chapter titled Are You Ready to Be a Dog Owner?”, which briefly describes the responsibilities of dog ownership, as well as the specific qualities of the breeds categorized in each of the seven AKC Groups (Sporting, Hound, Working, Terrier, Toy, Non-Sporting, and Herding). Summary boxes in this chapter list the various characteristics of the dogs in each group. The 199 breeds featured in the book are arranged alphabetically, and the profiles begin with the breed’s year of AKC recognition and group classification. A resource section includes recommended books, periodicals, websites and AKC programs that new owners will find useful and informative. The book is fully indexed.

The American Kennel Club's Meet the Breeds: Dog Breeds from A-Z

Newly reprinted with a heavy duty binding, The New Complete Dog Book, the most successful dog book ever published, with over two million copies sold, is the American Kennel Club’s bible of dogs, the one book that every purebred dog aficionado and expert cannot live without. The Complete Dog Book first appeared 85 years ago and now for the first time has been reformatted and published in full color. A celebration of every breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Clubover 200 breedsthis volume offers readers: -Official standard for every AKC-recognized breedover 50 more than previous editionincluding seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class -Newly written breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs -Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry -Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy -Illustrated glossary of canine terminology I-5 Press is proud to take the helm as the publisher of the longest, continually published dog book in history, following in the footsteps of G.H. Watt Publishers, Halcyon House, Garden City Publishing, Doubleday NY, Howell Book House (Wiley) and Ballantine Books (Random House). This 21st edition of The American Kennel Club’s New Complete Dog Book belongs in every dog lover’s home, the library of every town and institution, and dog club reference section in America.

The New Complete Dog Book: Official Breed Standards and All-New Profiles for 200 Breeds- Now in Full-Color

Presented in a format that any dog lover will enjoy, this fun-fact book discusses twenty curious topics that have plagued the minds of dog owners for generations. From the simple, straightforward queries, ?Why do dogs bark?” and ?Why do dogs chew?” to the more challenging musings, ?Why do dogs eat grass” and ?Why do dogs howl?” More than just entertainment, owners will discover the reasons behind common training problems, including car and cat chasing, jumping up, pulling on the leash, digging, and more. For those polite dog owners afraid to ask, there are answers for you, too, to questions like ?Why do dogs eat poop?” and ?Why do dogs sniff butts?” Fun tidbits for everyone, plus hilarious illustrations by Keith Robinson, in this Simple Solutions book.

Why Do Dogs Do That?: Real Answers to the Curious Things Dogs Do

Thornton, Kim Campbell

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