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Complete and comprehensive, this handbook includes sections on choosing and finding the right dog, finding a vet, dog handling and training, understanding a dog’s diet and exercise needs, and much more. 72 illustrations. 4 line drawings.

About the Author

Marion S. Lane is the author of The Yorkshire Terrier and is on the board of governors of the Dog Writers Association of America.
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Describes the characteristics and behavior of Doberman pinschers, traces the history of the breed, and answers common questions about their care and training.

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About the Author

Dr David A Sands is an internationally established author and television broadcaster specializing in human-animal relationships. His success with the development of clinical treatments for pets is highly praised by his veterinary colleagues, and his successful treatment of hundreds of German Shepherd dogs, makes him eminently qualified to produce this book. Resident - Chorley, Lancs

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Praise for previous books from Drs. Foster & Smith:
“The authors guide owners through each system of the dog, allowing owners to cut through medical jargon and make more informed treatment choices.” ?The Cleveland Plain Dealer

“…Presented in a basic, well-illustrated, reader-friendly fashion that avoids confusion and answers most of your questions relating to your dog’s welfare.” ?The Seattle Times

From puppy to senior citizen, Drs. Foster and Smith explain the care and training your dog needs and help you tackle the health and behavior problems you’re likely to encounter. Right From the Start begins with the time-consuming problems of puppyhood, then discusses the trials of adolescence, the principles of keeping an adult dog healthy and happy and takes you all the way through to when it may be time to say good-bye to a treasured friend. It’s the complete owner’s manual for the life of your dog.
A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

About the Author

Race Foster and Marty Smith are practicing veterinarians in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, with several decades of experience. They operate a call-in helpline for pet owners, and are the authors of What’s the Diagnosis?, Just What the Doctor Ordered and The Complete Cat Health Manual. They are also co-owners of one of America’s largest pet supply mail order catalog companies, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

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An Owner’s Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that’s reliable, up-to-date, and complete. These guides feature:

• Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topics
• Full-color photos throughout
• Basic information on the breed, species, or topic
• Complete coverage of care, health, grooming, training, and more
• Tips and techniques to make life with a pet more rewarding

From the Back Cover

At last, a book for puppy owners that emphasizes total care, training and companionship!

Puppy Care & Training includes chapters on what your new puppy needs to get settled in your home; feeding and exercising your puppy; housetraining; what to expect from your puppy; health care; and much more.

Puppy Care & Training is full of easy-to-reference sidebars for quick tips on caring for your puppy’s needs. The author knows how special puppyhood is, how quickly it passes, and what an important time it is in your relationship with your dog. Her advice will help inexperienced and expert puppy owners alike to fully enjoy their pets.

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Dog Books-by Breed

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A new edition of a handbook on boxer dogs, which offers advice on acquisition, health, nutrition, behaviour, showing and breeding.

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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

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The first book in this series to focus on the specific needs of puppies, Puppy Care & Training shows how to prepare for a puppy’s arrival and explains how to feed, groom, and train him during this impressionable stage. It also discusses preventive care and how to deal with common health issues in puppies to encourage a longer and healthier life.

From the Publisher

Discover a whole new world of dogs with these revolutionary, breed-specific guides accompanied by a free DVD.

From the leader in responsible animal care for over 50 years comes this exciting series of dog breed titles. Written by professional pet writers who are also experts on the breeds, each book is filled with valuable information on a variety of topics that are essential for cultivating health and happiness in a canine companion.

Every book in the Terra-Nova series contains:

* 208 pages of brand new text, featuring highly breed-specific information
* an extensive health chapter, reviewed and approved by a respected veterinarian
* chapters on feeding, grooming, and beginner and advanced training
* a bonus DVD featuring socialization, safety, and training advice from a professional dog trainer and detailed information from a veterinarian on what happens at the vet and how to perform regular home health checks
* a comprehensive resource section
* an ideal mixture of informative text and accompanying photographs–plus sidebars and tip boxes

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