The Complete Dog Breed Book

The Complete Dog Breed Book
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2015-01-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1465441344

Looking for the ideal, perfectly compatible canine companion for your family? Your search ends here. From spaniels to sheepdogs, The Complete Dog Breed Book is all you need to find the perfect pet for your family. Fully illustrated and featuring over 400 of the world's best-loved breeds, this comprehensive guide offers expert advice on keeping, training, and caring for your beloved dog. The book's special Q&A selector charts help you make the right choice as per your lifestyle and convenience. Clear and practical instructions on care cover the essential aspects of looking after a dog, including handling, grooming, nutrition, health, and exercise. The visual training program features step-by-step photographic sequences, explaining the specifics of basic obedience. Tried-and-tested notes on how to identify and prevent common behavioral problems provide a fascinating insight into the behavior of dogs and how we interact with them. The Complete Dog Breed Book is a one-stop manual to help you become the owner of a happy, healthy, and well-behaved dog.

The New Complete Dog Book

The New Complete Dog Book
Author: The American Kennel Club
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 1401
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1621871746

The New Complete Dog Book is the American Kennel Club’s “Bible” of dogs. For the past 88 years it has been the ultimate breed resource—the one book that no purebred dog aficionado and expert can live without. In addition to being the longest continually published dog book in history, it is also the most successful dog book ever published, with over two million copies sold. The revised and updated 22nd edition contains revised breed standards, changes in breed classifications, and recently recognized breeds. Dog owners, breeders, and clubs will find the most current information here on AKC registration, competitive events, and programs. A celebration of every breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club—over 200 breeds—this new 22nd edition offers readers: Official standard for every AKC-recognized breed, including seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class Breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy Illustrated glossary of canine terminology

Dog Breed Guide

Dog Breed Guide
Author: Gary Weitzman
Publisher: National Geographic Children's Books
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2019
Genre: Dog breeds
ISBN: 1426334451

Presents profiles for different dog breeds that include the breed's country of origin, size, coat color and pattern, grooming difficulty, and exercise needs, along with advice on how to choose the right dog, care for it, and understand its behavior.

The Essential Dog Book

The Essential Dog Book
Author: Peter Larkin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2003
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9780681864856

A comprehensive reference to the world's main dog breeds and a practical care guide for all dog owners.

Kids' Best Dog Book and Field Guide to Neighborhood Dogs

Kids' Best Dog Book and Field Guide to Neighborhood Dogs
Author: Michael J. Rosen
Publisher: Workman Publishing
Total Pages: 70
Release: 1993
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781563053177

Companions, playmates, friends-kids and dogs are perfect together, and here from Michael J. Rosen is their perfect complement. Combining a lively owner's manual with a full-color breed guide, it is the essential introductory set for every child who has a dog or is about to get one. Selection of the Book-of-the-Month club. Suitable for ages 8-12. Winner of the 1994 Award of Excellence from the Dog Writers Association of America. 75,000 copies in print.

The New Complete Dog Book

The New Complete Dog Book
Author: The American Kennel Club
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 1344
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1621871746

The New Complete Dog Book is the American Kennel Club’s “Bible” of dogs. For the past 88 years it has been the ultimate breed resource—the one book that no purebred dog aficionado and expert can live without. In addition to being the longest continually published dog book in history, it is also the most successful dog book ever published, with over two million copies sold. The revised and updated 22nd edition contains revised breed standards, changes in breed classifications, and recently recognized breeds. Dog owners, breeders, and clubs will find the most current information here on AKC registration, competitive events, and programs. A celebration of every breed of dog recognized by the American Kennel Club—over 200 breeds—this new 22nd edition offers readers: Official standard for every AKC-recognized breed, including seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class Breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy Illustrated glossary of canine terminology

The Complete Dog & Puppy How to Guide For Kids, Adults & Beginners

The Complete Dog & Puppy How to Guide For Kids, Adults & Beginners
Author: Abigail Strauss
Publisher: JNR via PublishDrive
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2017-08-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN:

"Having Problems Connecting, Understanding, Controlling and Becoming Respected By Your Dogs?" Do you really love your dog? Would you like to learn how to REALLY understand and be understood and take care your dog? Aspiring to improve your relationship and be respected by them as the Alpha or leader? Perhaps you wamt to teach your dog basic tricks? Perhaps there is a disobedient dog you want to have more control of? Or perhaps you're about to bring in a new puppy to your household, and you need to learn proper ways of potty training and rearing them in? Whatever it may be, I've got you covered my friend. This book is meant to be the ultimate dog book you'll ever need. It will teach the dog owner everything he would need to know to properly take care of dogs. Please look below for the areas that will be covered in depth. This is a concise, no nonsense, no fluff book that covers virtually everything you could ever need in this endevour! In this book you'll learn the following: Dogs and children Over 340 recognized breeds Dogs and their body language Body parts to watch Fight, flight, or ignore Aggression and excitement Showing authority Three D’s Eye to eye contact Dog-talk Understanding your dog Dog training: the basics Dog training methodologies 1.Alpha dog 2. Positive reinforcement 3.Clicker approach 4.Scientific method 5.Electronic 6.Relationship-based 7.Mirror or model approach Basic commands 1.Sit 2.Down 3.Come 4.Leave it 5.Stay Potty training Hiring a trainer IV. Dogs and their masters On companionship Dogs and your words Dogs and your voice Dogs and your body language Disobedient dogs: how to handle A man’s best friend: improving dog-master relationship Science behind dog-human relationships Dog pack hierarchy: when you have more than one dog in the household How to strengthen your dog-master bond A lifetime bond worth keeping and much, much more... What are you waiting for then? GRAB YOUR COPY TODAY

The Everything Dog Book

The Everything Dog Book
Author: Carlo Devito
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2008-06-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1440512485

Are you a first-time dog owner? Do you have a new puppy at home? Are you a lifelong dog lover with two or three canine companions? Whatever your situation as a pet parent, you need a resource to help you give your furry friend the best care possible! The Everything Dog Book, 2nd Edition is packed with tips, tricks, and comprehensive information on how to: Choose the right dog for your lifestyle Socialize, housetrain, and groom your dog Provide the proper nutrition, exercise, and health care Travel safely with your canine companion Play games and enjoy quality time with your dog From breed-specific details to information on pet health insurance, you'll learn everything you need to know about dog care. You'll be equipped to handle any situation-and your pup will thank you! Carlo De Vito is a lifelong dog owner (Chelsea, a white German Shepherd, and Chief and Cinderella, a pair of Dalmatians) and publishing professional. He is the author of The Everything Puppy Book and coauthor of The Everything Dog Book. He lives in New Jersey and New York. Amy Ammen is a professional dog trainer and the coauthor of The Everything Dog Book. She conducts training seminars across the United States and has earned obedience titles with breeds from all seven of the American Kennel Club's dog groups. She lives in Milwaukee, WI.

New Complete Dog Book, The, 23rd Edition

New Complete Dog Book, The, 23rd Edition
Author: American Kennel Club
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 1620
Release: 2023-11-28
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 162187222X

Official standard for every AKC-recognized breed, including seven variety Groups and the Miscellaneous Class Breed histories, puppy-buying tips, and pet attributes, each breed written by one of the 200 AKC national parent clubs Over 800 exceptional color photographs of adults and puppies illustrate each four-page breed entry Spotlight on finding well-bred puppies, sports and activities for dogs and owners, AKC programs, and canine anatomy Illustrated glossary of canine terminology Updated edition includes new AKC initiatives and programs (including virtual titling options), recently recognized dog breeds, revised breed standards, and changes in breed classifications