The Official Book Of The Shih Tzu (176 Pages + 64 Page Illustrated Guide; Hardcover)
A devoted Shih Tzu fan for over thirty years, renowned author Jo Ann White has written a remarkable volume for her fellow fanciers of the "chrysanthemum-faced" dog. The Offical Book of the Shih Tzu, bearing the endorsement and approval of the American Shih Tzu Club, Inc., will become every fancier's resource for information, advice, and enjoyment. Illustrated with hundreds of color photographs and drawings, this handsome book introduces readers to this "big dog in a little package", explaining its unique history in the Orient and its growing popularity in the United States and abroad. With style and intelligence, the author covers topics like ownership, selection, characteristics, temperament, healthcare and grooming of both pet and show Shih Tzu, including tips on breeding, showing, and judging.Making this book an irreplaceable and invaluable resource is the 64 page presentation of The Illustrated Guide to the Shih Tzu Standard produced in cooperation with the American Kennel Club and the parent club. The Official Book of the Shih Tzu will help both the novice and experienced fancier protect and preserve this wonderful breed.
Dog Training in 10 Minutes (124 Pages)
Dog Training in 10 Minutes is Carol Lea Benjamin's dog-training book for the 1990s, geared specifically for people short on time but long on intention. Chapters cover: How to know what your dog is feeling. Teaching via praise and correction. The bare minimum (sit; give your paw; housetraining; how to stop your dog from pulling). Ten secrets of problem correction. Ten ways to play. There's even a "10 minute work-out" to do before leaving your dog alone--a great way to calm and satisfy your dog. With its down-to-earth style, practical advice and emphasis on the dog-owner relationship, Dog Training in 10 Minutes is sure to follow in the wildly successful paw prints of Carol's other books: Mother Knows Best: The Natural Way to Train Your Dog; Surviving Your Dog's Adolescence; Second-Hand Dog: How to Turn Yours into a First-Rate pet; Dog Problems; Dog Tricks (with Captain Arthur Haggerty); Dog Training for Kids; and The Chosen Puppy: How to Select and Raise a Great Puppy from an Animal Shelter.
Mini-Atlas Of Dog Breeds (573 Pages; Hardcover)
As a complete breed identification handbook, The Mini-Atlas of Dog Breeds may be the only reference that a dog lover will ever need. In this easy-to-read guide, authors Andrew DePrisco and James B. Johnson furnish the reader with facts on over 400 breeds of dog, including each breed's physical traits, character, temperament, and history, using 33 different symbols for quick reference. The informative and entertaining text is accompanied by beautiful portraits for easy identification. By providing concise information on both common and rare breeds and over 500 full-color photos, The Mini-Atlas of Dog Breeds gives the dog owner a valuable and reliable resource and the potential owner a comprehensive map to the exciting world of purebred dogs.
The Simple Guide To Dog Training (214 Pages; Paperback)
Most pet owners do their best to provide their dogs with safe and enjoyable living environments, and basic training is the key to living in harmony with your canine companion. The Simple Guide to Dog Training provides owners with all of the necessary ingredients for a well-trained and well-adjusted dog. Author Tom Philbin has combined his experiences with the expert advice of professional dog trainers to create a concise, comprehensive guide on sucessful dog training. It offers advice on how to housetrain your dog, teach him basic obedience commands, and solve problem behaviors. It also gives tips on trick training and more advanced training. This must-have for every dog owner ensures that all dogs, regardless of breed, can become obedient and well-mannered companions.Contents Include: HousetrainingSocializationSolving Problem BehaviorAdvanced TrainingFun ActivitiesBasic ObedienceTrick Training
Puppies for Dummies (356 Pages)
A book you will love and every puppy will need! From housetraining to proper puppy socialization, it's all here in this fun and friendly guide to the toughest and most delightful era in your dog's life: puppyhood. With a focus on behavior and relationship, Sarah Hodgson helps your puppy grow up to be a healthy, playful, well-mannered dog.Discover how to:choose the perfect puppy for youraise a well-mannered, happy puppy housetrain your puppy quickly and effectivelyprovide proper puppy care and nutritionkeep peace between kids and puppies
Dogs for Dummies, 2nd Edition (380 Pages; Paperback)
The indispensable guide to selecting, training, and caring for your dog. From mixes to purebreeds, puppies to seniors, this friendly guide tells you what you need to know to choose train, and enjoy living with a dog. Get the best and latest information on nutrition, preventive health care, common diseases, and more--along with tips for traveling with your pooch, dog gear, and even the hottest new dog sports. Discover how to: Choose the right puppy or dog. Keep your dog groomed, fit, and healthy. Know what to feed your dog. Solve common behavioral problems. Have fun with your dog. The Dummies WayExplanations in plain English."Get in, get out" information.Icons and other navigational aids. Tear-out cheat sheet. Top ten lists. A dash of humor and fun.
