Dogs For DummiesThese 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. This book is also for people who want to
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. Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, also covers the following topics and more:
Award-winning author Gina Spadafori says the lack of accurate information — not the lack of effort or concern — is often the reason for doomed people-pet pairings. With her help, you can avoid the agony. Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is full of useful tips, how-to advice, illustrations, and photographs (both color and black-and-white). You deserve a healthy, happy, and well-mannered canine companion; and you'll be the owner every pet wants and deserves —informed, responsible, and loving. |
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... Labrador and Golden Retrievers , call the sporting group home . One other sporting dog- the Cocker Spaniel - also routinely claims a spot in the AKC's top 10 . Sporting dogs such as the Labrador Retriever are a good. 32 Part I : Bringing ...
... Labrador Retriever , No. 1 in AKC rankings for 1999 . Least popular : Sussex Spaniel , No. 138 in AKC rankings for ... Retriever , Clumber Spaniel , Curly - Coated Retriever , English Setter , Flat - Coated Retriever , German Shorthaired ...
... Labrador Retriever , and one in five dogs registered is either a Labrador or a Golden Retriever . So much for rugged individualism ! Now , these retrievers are wonderful pets , to be sure . But is there really a good reason for a Golden ...
Contents
Getting the Relationship | 6 |
Bringing a Puppy or Adult Dog into Your Life | 9 |
Bringing a Puppy or Adult Dog into Your Life | 11 |
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