Margaret H. Bonham

The Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog and one of the most versatile – used for hunting, search and rescue, assistance, and police work. However, Labs aren't for everyone; they require more space and more playtime than many people can afford. Whether a prospective owner or owner, the breed's special needs – medical, nutritional, and emotional – are important to know. In this book you'll find everything you need to know about keeping, training, medical care, and nutrition for Labs. In the Second Edition of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Labrador Retrievers, readers will find: •The latest in clicker training for Labrador Retrievers •Up-to-date information on genetic diseases and medical innovations •Travel needs •How to guard against acquiring an overly inbred Lab •A new 8-page 4-color insert •4-color IFC (inside front cover) and IBC (inside back cover) elements

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Labrador Retrievers

The book to bring home before you bring home a puppy or a dog! Dogs are wonderful companions, but they need lots of attention and care. Are you up for the challenge? With this practical, hands-on guide, you'll know what to expect--cost-wise, care-wise, and chore-wise. You'll have information on choosing the right dog for your family, caring for it, and more. Information and interactive activities include: Worksheets that help you make informed decisions, choose a breeder or a veterinarian, and more Questions and charts to help you determine if your family is ready for dog ownership, whether to get a puppy or a dog, and more Checklists covering how to puppy-proof a home, vaccinations your pet should have, items you'll need before bringing the bundle of joy home, and other aspects of being a responsible pet "parent" * Dog care chore charts to keep you organized * Suggested activities, including pages for kids to color * Resources to keep with your pet's records and information Bring Me Home! DOGS make GREAT PETS covers welcoming your new pet into your family, crate training and housetraining, healthcare, and more to help you make a happy home for your dog. Then she will faithfully welcome you home time after time for years and wags to come.

Bring Me Home! Dogs Make Great Pets

The definitive book on the friendliest of pooches. This book covers everything about the selection, care, nutrition, and training of Golden Retrievers, including the history of the breed and breed standard; how to find a reputable breeder; housetraining and acclimating a retriever to a new home; managing a Golden's nutrition and health; basic obedience commands; understanding Golden behavior, and much more. * Features training, nutrition, and health information specific to Golden Retrievers * Author is a Dog Writers Association Book Award-winner whose articles have appeared in Dog Fancy, Dog World, Dog and Kennel, Pet Life, Pet View, Natural Pet, and Mushing

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Golden Retrievers

Debra Eldredge

A comprehensive and definitive guide on options for cancer treatment for pets examines a variety of conventional treatment options, traditional and holistic therapies, case studies, and compassionate advice on decision making, veterinary care, costs, pain managment, grief, and more.

The Complete Guide to the Latest Research, Treatment, and Options

Cancer and Your Pet

Handle grooming yourself to save money and bond with your dog Brush, bathe, and clip your dog like a pro! Whether your dog is destined for a career in the show ring or a spot on the living room couch, good grooming is important. This friendly guide shows you how to develop a grooming routine that will keep your dog clean - and strengthen the bond between you. It includes detailed, step-by-step grooming instructions for all types of coats. Discover how to Train your dog for grooming Care for nails, teeth, and ears Use clippers and scissors Groom specific types of coats Prepare a dog for the show ring

Dog Grooming For Dummies

D. Caroline Coile

Do dogs believe pictures of dogs are real? Why do dogs turn in a circle before they lie down? Can you trust someone your dog hates? Dog owners have questions; here are the answers to more than 200 of them, provided by two of the most knowledgeable writers in the field. Fun to read, eye-opening, and filled with important facts that every fan of Fido should know, it encompasses topics ranging from doggie intelligence (Can dogs learn to read?) to canine behavior, body, and senses (Can a dog sniff out cancer?). Find out if blind dogs are sad, whether dogs should be allowed to roam, why they lick you, and why they wag their tails. You’ll gain a better, deeper understanding of your best friend.

More Than 200 Canine Quirks, Curiosities, and Conundrums Revealed

Why Do Dogs Like Balls?

Answers more than two hundred questions about cats and their behavior, including "Why do cats purr?" and "Do cats have favorite colors of food?"

Margaret H. Bonham

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