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Amazon.com Books: dog care
From the bestselling author and star of National Geographic Channel's Dog Whisperer, the only resource you’ll need for raising a happy, healthy dog. For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their lives–as well as those who have already brought a dog home–Cesar Millan, the preeminent dog behavior expert, says, "Yes, you can raise the perfect dog!" It all starts with the proper foundation in the early years. Here, Cesar tells you everything you need to know to create the best environment for a well-balanced dog in order to avoid behavior issues in the future, and shows you how to correct the most common behavior issues for young dogs. Based on Cesar’s own detailed experiences raising individual puppies from some of the most popular breeds, How to Raise the Perfect Dog is like having Cesar right beside you, as your own personal expert, coaching you and your dog from the first day of your life together. Packed with new information aimed specifically at the particular needs of puppies and adolescents, and written in Cesar's friendly, accessible style, How to Raise the Perfect Dog answers all the most commonly asked questions and guides you towards a loving, satisfying life-long relationship with your best friend. #1 New York Times bestselling author, Cesar Millan shows you how to raise the perfect dog and prevent behavior issues before they start, including: • what to expect from each stage of your puppy's development • quick and easy housebreaking • the essentials of proper nutrition • the importance of vaccinating–and of not over-vaccinating • creating perfect obedience from day one through rules, boundaries, and calm-assertive leadership • how to avoid the most common mistakes owners make raising puppies and young dogs • how to correct any issue before it becomes a problem • unique exercises and play to bring out the best in every breed Author: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier Paperback: 320 pages ISBN13: 9780307461308, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold! Company: Three Rivers Press (2010-09-14) (2010-09-14) ISBN: 0307461300 List Price: $15.00 Amazon Price: $8.00 Used Price: $7.99 
The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook is a superb, reassuring, and comprehensive work. "Dr. Spock for dogs."—Elle magazine wrote of its first edition, originally published as The Hound Health Handbook, and now completely revised and updated. "The bible of dog care."—AKC Gazette. "Four bones. The one book every dog owner needs to read."—Dog Fancy magazine. "The go-to resource for keeping pups healthy and happy...Takes the guesswork out of caring for any kind of dog."—Bookpage. "A definitive guide."—The Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. "The one book dog owners should not be without."—Los Angeles Daily News. "I'm keeping this book on my bedside table."—Cindy Adams. Today's dog owners are more attuned to their pets' health and well-being than ever before. And with good reason: Americans spend upward of $10 billion annually on their canine companions. The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook is the one essential and truly readable book for these devoted dog owners. Surpassingly clear and complete, with more than 100 illustrations and diagrams, it covers everything from choosing the best dog to puppy care, nutrition, vaccines, behavior, first aid, and senior care, plus thorough discussions of more than 100 canine illnesses. Reflecting the latest advances in veterinary medicine, this edition offers up-to-the-minute advice on "design dog" breeds, pet food safety, homemade diets, changing vaccine protocols, new medications for allergies, car sickness, obesity, and heart disease, developments in surgery and cancer treatment, pet insurance, and more. With The Complete Healthy Dog Handbook, the vet is always in. Author: Betsy Brevitz D.V.M. Paperback: 496 pages Company: Workman Publishing Company (2009-04-16) ISBN: 0761154124 List Price: $18.95 Amazon Price: $4.74 Used Price: $4.30 
A comprehensive canine care reference contains sections on nutrition, health, essentials of care, feeding, grooming, first aid, caring for older dogs, obedience training, and other key topics. By the author of Know Your Dog. Author: Bruce Fogle Hardcover: 192 pages Company: DK ADULT (1993-03-15) ISBN: 1564581683 List Price: $25.00 Amazon Price: $16.00 Used Price: $0.01 
An essential guide for anyone who has a dog or plans to adopt one, this comprehensive reference contains all the information needed to keep a dog happy, healthy, and in top condition.Author: Bruce Fogle Paperback: 192 pages Company: DK ADULT (2006-04-17) ISBN: 075661743X List Price: $14.95 Amazon Price: $4.99 Used Price: $0.01 
Watch the magical world of dogs come alive in The Complete Dog Book For KidsAlso Includes: * Tips for finding the right dog for you * Health care and training basics * Information about the world of purebred dogs, from Junior Showmanship competitions to the informal Canine Good Citizen program A Howell Dog Book of Distinction Author: American Kennel Club Paperback: 320 pages Company: Howell Book House (1996-10-30) ISBN: 0876054602 List Price: $24.95 Amazon Price: $10.48 Used Price: $1.80 
A primer, an owner’s manual, a field guide, and more, My Dog! is the complete book for every child who has a dog—whether it’s a brand-new puppy or adopted mutt, or a beloved pooch who’s been in the family for years. And it couldn’t be more kid-friendly, with its customizable cover (paste in a picture of your dog), tabbed chapters, and a pull-out dry-erase dog care chart.Written by Michael J Rosen, author of Kids’ Best Dog Book, and dubbed a “fidosopher” by The Washington Post, My Dog! covers everything from the basics of handling, feeding, and grooming to history, lore, and the kinds of fun facts kids will always remember (dogs have a sense of smell a million times better than ours; the oldest dog on record, Bluey, lived to be 29). It tells kids how to train their dogs, with illustrations—including action commands like Sit, Stay, Come, and Go to Your Place, and behavioral commands like Speak and Thank-You. There are the simple health checks kids can do. A How to Speak Dog section to insure that kids and dogs remain best friends—including why a raised, wagging tail doesn’t always mean “I’m happy,” and the important difference between a Yelp! and a Yowl! Even a recipe for Carob “Cocoa” for kids and dogs to bond over after a brisk winter walk. Included with the book is a field guide to 75 breeds of the most popular and family-friendly dogs kids are likely to meet—each illustrated with a gorgeous full-color photograph and profiled with essential facts, including behavioral insights that make it an invaluable guide to choosing a family pet. Author: Michael J. Rosen Spiral-bound: 272 pages Company: Workman Publishing Company (2011-10-05) ISBN: 0761158413 List Price: $13.95 Amazon Price: $3.95 Used Price: $3.94 
Learn "canine" as a second language! If your dog could talk, what would he say? Now you can find out why your dog wags his tail, how your dog tells you he wants to play, and what your dog is saying when he barks. And learning to speak Dog is easy! Amazing photos of kids and their canines bring dog language to life, and exciting games and tricks make learning how to speak canine fun and rewarding. Pretty soon you'll be fluent! Author: Sarah Whitehead Paperback: 96 pages Company: Scholastic Reference (2008-01-01) ISBN: 0545020786 List Price: $6.99 Amazon Price: $0.94 Used Price: $0.01 
Through surprising facts, moving stories and tested solutions, the veterinary expert from Good Morning America and The Dr. Oz Show will give every dog owner the secrets to raising a healthy, well-behaved dog. For anyone who owns a dog or is thinking about getting one, Dr. Marty Becker's manual is a must-have guide to anything and everything canine. In YOUR DOG: THE OWNER'S MANUAL, the "best-loved family doctor for pets" shares insider secrets on how to keep puppy problems from becoming doggy disasters and how to best bond with your dog through helpful, easily accessible tips and tricks on how to: · Find the right dog for your family's lifestyle · Solve the most annoying behavioral problems · Make sure your dog gets the exercise he needs · Use food puzzles to prevent weight gain · Prevent dog health problems · Save money on medication, both traditional and alternative For seasoned dog owners as well as those looking to adopt a new friend, Dr. Becker provides all the insight that makes for both happy owners and happy dogs. Author: Marty Becker Hardcover: 320 pages Company: Grand Central Life & Style (2011-04-15) ISBN: 0446571326 List Price: $25.99 Amazon Price: $7.97 Used Price: $7.77 
The classic bestseller—expanded and updatedThe guide dog lovers have relied on for more than twenty-seven years, this handbook has been extensively revised to include the latest information on everything from canine healthcare to nutrition to holistic treatments. Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, Fourth Edition, is the definitive guide for every dog owner. It puts vital information at your fingertips, with: An index of signs and symptoms to help you find information fast Clearly written, step-by-step directions for handling common canine ailments and problems A chapter on emergencies that explains what to do immediately for shock, broken bones, burns, dehydration, heat stroke, poisoning, insect stings and bites, wounds, and more Hundreds of photos and drawings that illustrate what to look for and what to do to provide the best care for your dog A glossary of terms With this guide, you'll know when to rush your pet to the vet and when you can begin treatment at home. You'll communicate more effectively with your vet. You'll have the latest information on every aspect of your dog's medical care when you need it. This is the hands-on reference you'll trust again and again. 
Return the Love and Devotion Your Dog Gives You! Reap the knowledge and wisdom of more than 100 top veterinarians, trainers, groomers, and other pet experts! Dogs: The Ultimate Care Guide offers powerful, practical advice on everything from obedience training and stopping misbehavior to providing the best health care, snacks, grooming, accessories, and more. With over 800 full-color photographs and helpful, step-by-step illustrations, Dogs: The Ultimate Care Guide captures the excitement and doggone good fun that goes into raising and caring for your canine companion. Discover: * Why changing your dog's food bowl might make him healthier (page 236) * How to stop fleas for good (page 325) * Premium foods-- are they worth the extra cost? (page 216) * A complete guide to the top 50 breeds (page 17) * A toy that's guaranteed to stop barking (page 144) * Why dogs stick their heads out car windows (page 202) * How to teach your dog to wave-- and other fun tricks (page 134) Paperback: 450 pages Company: Rodale Books (2000-05-19) ISBN: 1579542441 List Price: $26.99 Amazon Price: $2.00 Used Price: $0.01 |
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