Bibliograph

Dogs for dummies, Gina Spadafori ; foreword by Marty Becker, DVM

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Dogs for dummies, Gina Spadafori ; foreword by Marty Becker, DVM

Language

eng

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illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Dogs for dummies

Oclc number

1104614675

Responsibility statement

Gina Spadafori ; foreword by Marty Becker, DVM

Series statement

--For dummies

Summary

These days, people's dogs have become bona fide members of the family. Moving from the kennel to the couch, they share our beds, family rooms, and holidays; and they are recipients of our kindest and utmost concern. A pet partnership is a lifetime commitment. Do it right, and your dog will become an important and valuable part of the family for many years. Do it wrong, and you've broken a sacred covenant between humankind and another living being. Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is for you if you are looking to adopt a dog, trying to improve the relationship with the one you have, or attempting to come up with fun things to do with your canine companion. It's a "doggy-dog" world, and this easy-to-use guide will help you navigate it. Improve your chances at pet success by knowing how to raise and live with your dog properly. Discover which breed best suits your lifestyle, and if a puppy or adult dog is best for you

Table Of Contents

Bringing a puppy or adult dog into your life -- Considering the canine possibilities -- Narrowing the field -- Finding out about breeders, shelters, and other sources -- Choosing and bringing home a puppy -- Adopting and settling an adult dog -- Getting the relationship off the right start -- All the right stuff -- Feeding your puppy or dog -- House-training puppies and dogs -- Early puppy training -- Keeping your dog healthy -- Good grooming -- Preventive health care for puppies and dogs -- Common canine health problems -- Caring for an aging dog -- Living happily with your dog -- Teaching your dog manners -- Problem-solving -- Canine competitions: fun things to do with your dog -- To breed or not to breed -- Traveling with your dog -- The part of tens -- Ten dog myths, debunked! -- Ten questions to ask when buying a purebred puppy -- Ten things you need to know to prepare your dog for a disaster -- Ten ways to have both a dog and a nice yard -- Ten must-see dog sites on the world wide web

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Dogs for dummies

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