If your dog has cancer, you need this book.

No matter what you’ve heard, there are always steps you can take to help your dog fight (and even beat) cancer.

This scientifically researched guide is your complete reference for practical, evidence-based strategies that can optimize the life quality and longevity for your dog. No matter what diagnosis or stage of cancer your dog has, this book is packed with precious advice that can help now.

Discover the Full Spectrum approach to dog cancer care: Everything you need to know about conventional western veterinary treatments (surgery, chemotherapy and radiation) including how to reduce their side effects. The most effective non-conventional options, including botanical nutraceuticals, supplements, nutrition, and mind-body medicine. How to analyze the options and develop a specific plan for your own dog based on your dog’s type of cancer, your dog’s age, your financial and time budget, your personality, and many other personal factors.

Imagine looking back at this time in your life, five years from now, and having not a single regret. You can help your dog fight cancer and you can honor your dog’s life by living each moment to the fullest, starting now. This book can help you as it has helped thousands of other dog lovers.

The Authors

Dr. Demian Dressler, DVM practices in Hawaii and is internationally recognized as "the dog cancer vet" and blogs at DogCancerBlog.com. Dr. Susan Ettinger, DVM is a veterinary oncologist and a diplomate of the American College of Internal Medicine who practices in New York.

Praise from Veterinarians, Authors & Book Reviewers

"The future is upon us and this ground-breaking book is a vital cornerstone. In dealing with cancer, our worst illness, this Survival Guide is educational, logical, expansive, embracing, honest and so needed."
Dr. Marty Goldstein, DVM
Holistic veterinarian and Host, Ask Martha Stewart’s Vet on Sirius Radio

"The message of this book jumps off the written page and into the heart of every reader, and will become the at home bible for cancer care of dogs. The authors have given you a sensible and systematic approach that practicing veterinarians will cherish. I found the book inspiring and, clearly, it will become part of my daily approach to cancer therapy for my own patients."
Dr. Robert B. Cohen, VMD
Bay Street Animal Hospital, New York

"I wish that I had had The Dog Cancer Survival Guide when my dearly beloved Flat-coated Retriever, Odin, contracted cancer. It would have provided me alternative courses of action, as well as some well needed "reality checks" which were not available from conversations with my veterinarian. It should be on every dog owner’s book shelf--just in case..."
Dr. Stanley Coren, PhD, FRSC
author of many books, including Born to Bark

"A comprehensive guide that distills both alternative and allopathic cancer treatments in dogs...With the overwhelming amount of conflicting information about cancer prevention and treatment, this book provides a pet owner with an easy to follow approach to one of the most serious diseases in animals."
Dr. Barbara Royal, DVM
The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center, Oprah Winfrey’s Chicago veterinarian

"Picking up The Dog Cancer Survival Guide is anything but a downer: it's an 'empowerer.' It will make you feel like the best medical advocate for your dog. It covers canine cancer topics to an unprecedented depth and breadth from emotional coping strategies to prevention-in plain English.Read this book, and you will understand cancer stages, treatment options, and types, and much more. If you have just had the dreaded news, pick up a copy and it will guide the decisions your dog trusts you to make."
Laure-Anne Viselé
Dog behavior specialist and technical dog writer, CanisBonus.com

Author: Demian Dressler, Susan Ettinger
Paperback: 496 pages
Company: Maui Media, LLC (2011-07-20)
ISBN: 0975263153
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The ultimate resource for dog lovers, the ASPCA Complete Guide to Dogs is the authoritative volume on selecting and caring for any kind of dog. In the ASPCA tradition, this book has a strong focus on mixed breedsa major difference from most other dog books, which describe only purebreds. At over 500 pages with more than 650 illustrations and photos, this guide covers everything dog owners need to know to give their dog the best possible care at every stage of life, including advice on bathing and grooming, training and exercise, and the special needs of puppies and older dogs. For anyone thinking about getting a dog or seeking to understand the one they have, this lively book is the place to turn for trustworthy information on all canine matters.

Author: Sheldon Gerstenfeld
Paperback: 512 pages
Company: Chronicle Books (1999-09-01)
ISBN: 0811819043
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A blind man and his guide dog show the power of trust and courage in the midst of devastating terror.

It was 12:30 a.m. on 9/11 and Roselle whimpered at Michael's bedside. A thunderstorm was headed east, and she could sense the distant rumbles while her owners slept. As a trained guide dog, when she was "on the clock" nothing could faze her. But that morning, without her harness, she was free to be scared, and she nudged Michael's hand with her wet nose as it draped over the bedside toward the floor. She needed him to wake up.

With a busy day of meetings and an important presentation ahead, Michael slumped out of bed, headed to his home office, and started chipping away at his daunting workload. Roselle, shivering, took her normal spot at his feet and rode out the storm while he typed. By all indications it was going to be a normal day. A busy day, but normal nonetheless. Until they went into the office.

In Thunder Dog, follow Michael and his guide dog, Roselle, as their lives are changed forever by two explosions and 1,463 stairs. When the first plane struck Tower One, an enormous boom, frightening sounds, and muffled voices swept through Michael's office while shards of glass and burning scraps of paper fell outside the windows.

But in this harrowing story of trust and courage, discover how blindness and a bond between dog and man saved lives and brought hope during one of America's darkest days.

Author: Michael Hingson
Hardcover: 256 pages
Company: Thomas Nelson (2011-08-02)
ISBN: 140020304X
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Easy to follow guide to professionally housebreak any dog any age!
Discover why a crate training may not be healthy for your pet.
Teach your dog to ring a bell at the door when its time to go out!
Avoid common mistakes!
Save time, your home, your money and your sanity!
Read this today.

Author: Douglas Darlow
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Author: Richard H. Pitcairn, Susan Hubble Pitcairn
Paperback: 464 pages ISBN13: 9781579549732, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Rodale Books (2005-09-03) (2005-08-11)
ISBN: 157954973X
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Digging holes in the backyard, chewing a hole in your favorite sock, running laps in the kitchen---dogs are always on the move. Why not channel some of that indefatigable energy into a hobby that can be fun for both you and your furry friend?

Training your dog (and yourself) for agility competitions will create a fun working relationship that both of you can enjoy. Find everything you need to know in this fun guide that includes information on pre-agility training, detailed advice on correction-free training, and step-by-step agility training techniques. Also learn how to make your own agility obstacles, use a clicker as a motivational tool, and officially enter agility trials.

Participating in agility competitions can build a strong, enduring bond between you and your dog. Read The Beginner's Guide to Dog Agility to learn the ins and outs of this exciting hobby.

Author: Laurie Leach
Paperback: 256 pages
Company: Tfh Pubns Inc (2006-05-15)
ISBN: 0793805465
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“I rehabilitate dogs. I train people.” —Cesar Millan

There are at least 68 million dogs in America, and their owners lavish billions of dollars on them every year. So why do so many pampered pets have problems? In this definitive and accessible guide, Cesar Millan—star of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan—reveals what dogs truly need to live a happy and fulfilled life.

From his appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show to his roster of celebrity clients to his reality television series, Cesar Millan is America’s most sought-after dog-behavior expert. But Cesar is not a trainer in the traditional sense—his expertise lies in his unique ability to comprehend dog psychology. Tracing his own amazing journey from a clay-walled farm in Mexico to the celebrity palaces of Los Angeles, Cesar recounts how he learned what makes dogs tick. In Cesar’s Way, he shares this wisdom, laying the groundwork for you to have stronger, more satisfying relationships with your canine companions.

Cesar’s formula for a contented and balanced dog seems impossibly simple: exercise, discipline, and affection, in that order. Taking readers through the basics of dog psychology and behavior, Cesar shares the inside details of some of his most fascinating cases, using them to illustrate how common behavior issues develop and, more important, how they can be corrected.

Whether you’re having issues with your dog or just want to make a good bond even stronger, this book will give you a deeper appreciation of how your dog sees the world, and it will help make your relationship with your beloved pet a richer and more rewarding one.


Learn what goes on inside your dog’s mind and develop a positive, fulfilling relationship with your best friend

In Cesar’s Way, Cesar Millan—nationally recognized dog expert and star of National Geographic Channel’s hit show Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan—helps you see the world through the eyes of your dog so you can finally eliminate problem behaviors. You’ll learn:

• What your dog really needs may not be what you’re giving him

• Why a dog’s natural pack instincts are the key to your happy relationship

• How to relate to your dog on a canine level

• There are no “problem breeds,” just problem owners

• Why every dog needs a job

• How to choose a dog who’s right for you and your family

• The difference between discipline and punishment

• And much more!

Filled with fascinating anecdotes about Cesar’s longtime clients, and including forewords by the president of the International Association of Canine Professionals and Jada Pinkett Smith, this is the only book you’ll need to forge a new, more rewarding connection with your four-legged companion.




Also available as a Random House AudioBook


From the Hardcover edition.

Author: Cesar Millan, Melissa Jo Peltier
Paperback: 320 pages ISBN13: 9780307337979, 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 (2007-09-18) (2007-09-18)
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Review

“I have a great little mutt but she is hyper and not very focused when it comes to training. She has a bit of a chewing problem and I’ll find flip-flops, shoes, socks, dog toys, and several items chewed up if she’s alone for awhile. I read this book about training tips and I decided that the spray bottle may be a great way to distract her from chewing on my things. Did I mention that my dog loves baths? I didn’t know if this would work due to her love of water, but the first time I saw her carry my sock around the house, I grabbed the bottle and squirted her with it. First she dropped the sock, and ran as if something attacked her. I waited for her to grab the sock again which she did immediately, and then I squirted her again. She took off running and just starred at the sock from the kitchen. The last attempt was her grabbing the sock and running into my bedroom, but I was able to squirt her right before she got inside the door. She dropped the sock and jumped on my bed. She must have starred at the sock for 30 minutes, but she never touched it again. I think the feeling was uncomfortable for her and she associated the sock being the discomfort she was feeling. If I continue using the spray bottle when she has things in her mouth, I just may be able to salvage my clothes and belongings. Overall, great tip with immediate results!” - Kelly Paetow, Lubbock, TX



Good Doggie, Bad Owner: Getting Your Dog Trained In A Few Easy Steps

Do you want to know the secrets to raising a prized pooch? Do you want your doggie to be the favorite from your backyard to the neighborhood park?

Are you struggling to get your canine to stop chewing long enough to learn the command, “Sit!”? If you love your new dog but it’s driving you crazy, the burden is on you to change the situation. Every good dog needs a good owner, so where do you find out how to:

Handle excessive barking
Control your puppy’s natural tendency to chew
Avoid digging problems both indoors and out
Adjust behavior in an aggressive or problem dog
House break your dog, including teaching your dog to stop “marking its territory”

Because each dog has its own personality type, identifying the particular characteristics of your dog is half the battle in training it. All dogs need some level of discipline and Secret Dog Training Methods will educate you in the very best practices of canine instruction so that your dog is well liked by others and well loved by you and your family.

You will learn to modify every bad behavior known to doggiekind! From jumping on people to begging for food, your dog can be trained to behave as you would like. You will teach your dog commands that will be followed. You will train a dog regardless of breed or type: From hunting dog to lapdog, your pet will follow your direction to be the best pet it can be!

While most dog training programs stop at issues regarding curbing your dog or getting it to listen to a few commands, Secret Dog Training Methods actually reveals how to deal with serious problems that plague most families when they bring a new pet home to live with them.

Secret Dog Training Methods does not shy away from some of the more unsavory problems of training your pet. Issues

such as submissive urination and coprophagia (eating feces) are also addressed with methods to curb these unpleasant behaviors once and for good.

And what’s obedience without play time? Anyone can yank a leash or use harsh words to scare a dog into submission,

but A Quick wants you and your dog to have fun together. After the basic training is completed, Secret Dog Training Methods will help you:

Issue commands to your dog that will be obeyed at any distance;
Train your dog to be off leash while still under your authority;
Keep your dog to the perimeter of your yard without a shock collar;
Allow your dog to play while other pets or children are around;
Teach your dog to do tricks.

and much much more...




Author: Kimberly W. Trainer
Kindle Edition: 43 pages Kindle eBook
Company: (2011-07-24) (2011-07-24)
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Everything you ever wanted to know about man's best friend. This comprehensive guide to choosing the right dog for you includes a detailed look at all breeds registered by the British and American Kennel Clubs.

Author: Lousie Walsh
Kindle Edition: 67 pages Kindle eBook
Company: Essential Works Limited (2010-06-01) (2010-06-01)
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Six secrets dogs wish people knew. These will revolutionize how families relate to dogs. Kids and dogs have misunderstandings every day. Most aren't serious, but some can be downright dangerous. If a bite occurs, a child could be injured and the dog could lose his home--or his life! Take the guesswork out of kid-and-dog interactions using these tips, tricks, and techniques. On every page, you'll find things that make your work with dogs--and their families--easier. Illustrated with nearly 100 great photos, this book is one you'll pull out often when talking with clients about their dogs. A valuable tool for everyone who works with dogs and the people who love them.

Author: Colleen Pelar
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Company: Dream Dog Productions (2012-01-07) (2012-01-07)
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Paperback: 400 pages
Company: Lyons Press (2007-12-01)
ISBN: 1592281893
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Author: Ralston Purina
Paperback: 106 pages
Company: Ralston Purina (1982)
ISBN: 0851820093
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The dog has been man's best friend at work and at play for thousands or years. No animal lover can fail to admire this versatile and endearing creature, combining as it does strength, personality, intelligence and a willing nature. The Complete Guide to Dog Care is an indispensable, Comprehensive, and highly practical guide for all dog owners. It details all aspects of dog care with advice on bedding types and equipment, safety at home, feeding, and grooming, as well as a more specialized sections on breeding, training a dog, health care, and basic first aid. The informative test is complemented with step-by-step photographs for a useful and thorough reference.

Author: Peter Larkin, Dr. Peter Larkin
Paperback: 96 pages
Company: Anness (1999-11-01)
ISBN: 0754800318
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1 Dog Behaviour: Canine behaviourists confirm that the majority of problems experienced by owners are most easily solved by a comprehension of the dog's viewpoint, so being able to 'read' your dog is useful as well as interesting. 2 Choosing a dog: This section encourages you to consider your circumstances - whether you are active, lazy, time-rich but money-poor etc; whether you live alone or with a family. Understanding the commitment you're able to make to a pet will help you to make the right choice. 3 Basic Dog Care: Once you've got a dog, you need to take care of him. This section covers everything, from a place to sleep (e.g. puppy crate versus basket) to feeding, handling, grooming and health checks. 4 Training, Exercise and Games: Starting with an in-depth look at the exercise and play needs of different types of dogs, this section has everything you need to ensure that you have a well-mannered, fun-loving pet. 5 A Healthy Dog: Keeping a young dog healthy is usually straightforward, but it may become more challenging as he gets older. This section looks at the treatment options both for preventing and treating problems and will help you to take the right decisions for your pet's care.

Author: Sophie Collins
Paperback: 192 pages
Company: Quercus Books (2011-03)
ISBN: 1848660472
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Author: Helen. Digby
Paperback: 256 pages
Company: Island Books. (2003)
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Includes Journal in front of book to record pet records. The Dog in the Family The Story of the Dog So You're Getting a Dog and much more.

Author: PURINA DOG CARE CENTER
Mass Market Paperback: 108 pages
Company: PURINA DOG CARE CENTER (1980)
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Author: Purina.
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The classic bestseller—expanded and updated

The 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.

Author: Debra M. Eldredge DVM, Liisa D. Carlson DVM, Delbert G. Carlson DVM, James M. Giffin MD
Hardcover: 656 pages
Company: Howell Book House (2007-08-27)
ISBN: 0470067853
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Written by the same experienced veterinarian responsible for the popular The Well Cat Book, this thoroughly revised and updated reference gives dog owners the skill, confidence, and knowledge they need to raise a healthy pet. Special sections on emergency first aid, breeding and pregnancy, care of puppies are included. 100+ illustrations.

Author: Terri McGinnis D.V.M.
Paperback: 304 pages
Company: Random House (1996-02-20) (1996-02-20)
ISBN: 0679770011
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If you are thinking about buying a dog or you have a dog, you need to know some basic facts about healthcare, grooming, diet, vaccinations, training etc. "Taking Care of Your Furry Friend: The Dog Owner's Handbook," has valuable information to help you give your pet the care it needs. A dog depends on the owner to look after it. If you want your pet to develop into a happy and well-behaved companion you can't bypass this book. This book is perfect for young or old first time dog owners.

Author: Prudence Williams
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Company: Prudence Williams (2011-12-02) (2011-12-02)
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Updated with new breeds and new photos!

This best-selling DK title has been enhanced with 148 new pages featuring magnificent photographs of America's favorite pet. The book covers every breed known to man with all the distinctive details of each.

Author: Bruce Fogle
Hardcover: 416 pages
Company: DK ADULT (2000-09-01)
ISBN: 0789461307
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For more than seventy-five years, The Complete Dog Book has been the premier reference on purebred dogs. Now in its twentieth edition, this treasured guide is an essential volume for every dog owner and owner-to-be.

Comprehensive and thoughtfully organized, The Complete Dog Book features all 153 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, the official breed standards, breed histories, and photographs. Also included are the twelve most recently recognized breeds: Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Black Russian Terrier, German Pinscher, Glen of Imaal Terrier, Havanese, Löwchen, Neapolitan Mastiff, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Parson Russell Terrier, Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Spinone Italiano, and Toy Fox Terrier.

Along with AKC registration procedures and current forms, The Complete Dog Book includes sections on

• choosing the dog that’s right for you
• training
• nutrition
• grooming
• responsible breeding
• canine first-aid
• joining a dog club
• Canine Good Citizen® program
• every AKC sport: Agility, Conformation, Coonhound, Earthdog, Field Trials, Herding, Hunt Tests, Junior Showmanship, Lure Coursing, Obedience, Rally, and Tracking

Concluding with an extensive glossary of terms and line drawings, The Complete Dog Book is a reference that dog aficionados will turn to again and again.

Author: American Kennel Club
Hardcover: 880 pages
Company: Ballantine Books (2006-01-31) (2006-01-31)
ISBN: 0345476263
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The Dog Encyclopedia provides specific information on over 225 breeds of dogs. For every breed there is information on the dog's: country of origin special skills size coat grooming requirements character training needs social behavior exercise requirement.

Each entry is accompanied by at least one full color photograph.

Author: Esther J.J. Verhoef-Verhellen
Hardcover: 272 pages
Company: Firefly Books (2000-03-03)
ISBN: 1552091554
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Author: Peter; Stockman, Mike Larkin
Hardcover: 256 pages
Company: Hermes House (2001)
ISBN: 1843091283
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Author: Esther J.J. Verhoef-Verhallen
Hardcover: 271 pages
Company: Rebo (2009-07-10)
ISBN: 9036614996
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The World Atlas of Dog Breeds is the largest and most comprehensive encyclopedia of dog breeds available in the world. Three years in the making, this invaluable reference includes more than 420 internationally recognized dog breeds and varieties and provides detailed history, personality, traits, and care and training requirements for every breed.

Unlike other dog breed reference books that only cover a limited variety of dogs or contain non-registered breeds, the World Atlas of Dog Breeds features every breed recognized by the foremost international breed clubs and registeries:

* American Kennel Club (AKC)
* Australian National Kennel Club (ANKC)
* American Rare Breed Association (ARBA)
* Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
* Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI, a.k.a. the World Canine Organization)
* The Kennel Club (KC)
* United Kennel Club (UKC)

Each entry features a "Breed Facts" box with essential statistics and a "Fast Facts" box that provides pertinent breed-specific information at a glance. More than 1,200 full-color photos beautifully illustrate the breed profiles, including different varieties and coat types. The easy-to-use format includes a clear introduction on how to use the book, along with a substantial index. An extensive appendix provides a glossary of terms and canine health conditions.

Unparalleled in depth and scope of information, the World Atlas of Dog Breeds offers a compact, user-friendly, and sturdy hardcover volume with the most informative and authoritative dog breed information available today.

Author: Dominique De Vito
Hardcover: 959 pages
Company: TFH Publications, Inc. (2009-05-15)
ISBN: 0793806569
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The essential dog compendium; a complete and comprehensive overview of everything dog.

Paperback: 752 pages
Company: BowTie Press (2005-05)
ISBN: 1931993343
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Author: Joan Palmer
Hardcover: 256 pages
Company: Wellfleet Press (2006-02)
ISBN: 0785800301
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Updated with the latest information on canine breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, this lavishly illustrated volume is a treasure house of information for dog lovers, owners, breeders, and prospective buyers. It begins with a detailed discussion of breed evolution, focusing on the physical and behavioral traits that distinguish one canine breed from another. The book's main section profiles more than 150 breeds, arranged in the general categories specified by the AKC--Sporting Group, Hound Group, Working Group, Terrier Group, Toy Group, Non-Sporting Group, and Herding Group. Each profile tells how and why the breed was developed, and how selection to perpetuate specific traits affects a dog's suitability as a pet. Advice for prospective dog owners will help them be sure they are choosing a breed that is compatible with their own situation and needs. They will also find information on each breed's vulnerability to specific health problems, longevity, exercise needs, compatibility with children, and much more. Profuse illustrations include color photos of all listed breeds.

Author: D. Caroline Coile Ph.D.
Hardcover: 368 pages
Company: Barron's Educational Series (2005-04-01)
ISBN: 0764157000
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This heavily illustrated directory describes every canine breed recognized by the AKC. It includes recently recognized breeds, such as the Norwegian Buhund, the Pyrenean Shepherd, and the Swedish Vallhund. A succinct description of each dog cites its origins, its physical and temperamental traits, its average life span, all major health concerns, and its special needs, such as training, grooming, exercise, and adaptability to specific environments. A color photo shows an example of each breed in its show pose and an adjoining photo provides a detailed head shot. Written by an expert on dog breeds, this spiral-bound book packs a wealth of information in a manageable size. It will serve as a handy guide for prospective dog purchasers, as well as trainers and breeders. Attractive and easy-to-use charts summarize the ease of care for each breed.

Author: D. Caroline Coile Ph.D.
Spiral-bound: 208 pages Recognize Breeds, Vivid Color Photos, Plenty of Pictures, Hardcover Book
Company: Barron's Educational Series (2007-04-01)
ISBN: 0764160001
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Here, at last, is a revised and expanded edition of this award-winning breeders' reference. Successful Dog Breeding is a book for the first-time breeder and longtime fancier alike, no matter what the breed. Down-to-earth practical information is given to cover virtually every contingency associated with breeding and whelping. Presented in a humorous format, even the most serious information is made easier to understand.

Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox, D.V.M., are both veteran dog fanciers who bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to every chapter. Covering topics from planning the breeding (should I or shouldn't I?) to problems encountered in breeding, delivery and neonatal care, the authors offer viable solutions to innumerable problems, whether old or new. Two highly extensive appendices on breed idiosyncrasies, compiled from correspondence with longtime fanciers as well as from research from veterinary journals, complete the abundance of information offered here. All of this is complemented by original drawings by the well-known canine artist Mary Jung.
A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

Author: Chris Walkowicz, D.V.M. Bonnie Wilcox
Hardcover: 222 pages ISBN13: 9780876057407, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Howell Book House (1994-01-16)
ISBN: 0876057407
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This unique resource offers a general overview of canine body systems and how each system affects the breeding process. Key topics include nutrition, pharmacology, microbiology, parasitology, vaccinations, genetics, and endocrinology, as well as normal anatomy and disorders of the male and female reproductive systems.Full-color illustrations make important information more readily available and provide more accurate representations of actual clinical appearance.Each chapter begins with frequently asked questions and answers, offering quick and easy access to key information.Each chapter ends with a Test Your Understanding section that encourages readers to review what they have just read and apply it to real-life situations.A first aid appendix offers quick access to information related to various emergencies, including what could have caused it, and how to handle the situation.An appendix covering common problems seen in dogs lists symptoms associated with each problem, the possible causes, and how frequently the problem occurs.

Author: Margaret V. Root Kustritz DVM PhD DACT
Paperback: 512 pages
Company: Saunders (2005-12-08)
ISBN: 1416031391
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If you are intrested in breeding dogs for profit or just as a hobby then this book is for you. It contains some very good information that will prove useful to not only beginners but the more experienced breeders as well. The dog breeding information in this book should help you succeed. This book will easily pay for itself so go ahead and buy it today

Author: Emily Pruitt
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Company: (2011-12-07) (2011-12-07)
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If puppies are on the way, you want those newborns to have the best possible chance of survival and good health by being prepared. You can’t count on a vet being available, so breeders need to learn these skills. Learn how to administer simple but effective measures to help puppies in distress. Described in friendly, non-technical terms from a long-time breeder.

Author: Myra Savant-Harris
Paperback: 61 pages
Company: Dogwise Publishing (2005-12)
ISBN: 1929242247
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Author: Myra Savant-Harris
Paperback: 77 pages
Company: Dogwise Publishing (2006-01)
ISBN: 1929242379
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So what’s the big deal about breeding purebreds? You put two compatible dogs alone together in a room, lower the lights, put a Barry White CD on the stereo and voila, two months later you’ve got yourself a litter of purebreds—and the rest is gravy, right? Not quite. Simply breeding dogs takes considerable space, time, and capital. Consistently breeding mentally and physically sound purebreds, on the other hand, is a labor of love that involves all of the above and a whole lot more. If you really love dogs then you need to consult with an expert on the many responsibilities, rules, and regulations dog breeding entails before you take the leap. And that’s where Breeding Dogs For Dummies comes in.

Written by Rick Beauchamp, professional breeder, exhibitor, and author of numerous books on the care and feeding of purebred dogs, Breeding Dogs For Dummies fills you in on every facet of the business. Packed with priceless insider tips and expert advice and guidance, it tells you what you need to know to:Decide whether dog breeding is really for youChoose the right breed for youCreate the best possible breeding environment for your dogsEstablish a breeding programFind the right breeding stockComply with all government and AKC regulationsCare for and socialize your pupsFind the right owners for your dogs

Explore what it takes to start a breeding program that will ensure your dogs’ health and enhance their lineage for fun and profit. Topics covered in detail include:Selecting breeding stock and keeping track of breed typesUnderstanding purebred genetics and genotype characteristicsFinding and selecting the right stud dog and brood bitchPrenatal care, whelping, and raising puppiesRunning a successful dog breeding business—including tips on budgeting, taxes, registration, charting, planning litters, transactions, sales contracts, and more

Breeding puppies involves many responsibilities, but it can also be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding experiences of your life. Make sure that it is—order a copy of Breeding Dogs For Dummies today.

Author: Richard G. Beauchamp
Paperback: 336 pages
Company: For Dummies (2002-05-20)
ISBN: 0764508725
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Author: Sylvia Smart
Paperback: 188 pages
Company: Dogwise Publishing (2008-08)
ISBN: 192924259X
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Author: Myra Savant Harris
Paperback: 89 pages ISBN13: 9781929242757, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!
Company: Dogwise Publishing (2010-09)
ISBN: 1929242751
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Hardcover: 223 pages Publisher: TFH Publications; Library edition edition (July 1989) Language: English ISBN-10: 0866226559 ISBN-13: 978-0866226554 Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches

Author: Herbert Richards
Hardcover: 223 pages
Company: TFH Publications (1993-05)
ISBN: 0866226559
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A veterinarian with many years of canine practice experience offers guidance to novice and professional dog breeders, emphasizing the responsibilities of reputable breeders to their dogs and to the buyers of the puppies they produce. Topics covered include: the choosing, health, quality, and conditioning of brood stock; practical DNA use, and Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) surveys and data storage to scientifically improve the selection of healthy brood stock and puppies; potential breeding problems; artificial insemination; pregnancy and its duration; embryonic and fetal activity; pregnancy nutrition; physical changes during pregnancy; stages of labor; normal and Cesarean-section births, and how to assist in both; nutrition of dams and puppies and how to recognize and prevent potential problems in both; neonatal puppy care; lactation and weaning the puppies; socializing the puppies; pedigrees, registration, and titles; and much more. Filled with color photos and line art.

Author: Dan Rice D.V.M.
Paperback: 192 pages Category: DOGS, Manufacturer: BARRON'S PUBLISHING, Sub-Category: DOG BOOKS-GENERIC, MFR-PART-NO: 73887, Made By: BARRON'S PUBLISHING
Company: Barron's Educational Series (2008-11-01)
ISBN: 0764138871
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During Greenfield's first dog show, Sunny is stolen.

Paperback: 128 pages
Company: Albert Whitman & Company (1993-01-01) (1993-01-01)
ISBN: 0807553948
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Every weekend, for nearly fifty weeks each year, tens of thousands of Americans pack up their SUVs and minivans with crates and dryers and treats and shampoos and hairsprays and plush toys and fan out for some of the two-thousand-plus dog shows held annually across the United States. More than two million pedigreed dogs, and exponentially more humans who handle and care for them, will take part in these events—for the most part happily—and the world that has grown up to support them is massive and vibrant, and almost impossible to imagine unless you've seen it in person.

By spending a year alongside rising star Jack, a champion Australian shepherd, and his canine and human friends, magazine journalist Josh Dean yanks back the curtain on the dog show world, providing not just a hilarious and often touching portrait of a colorful subculture only slightly exaggerated in the film Best in Show, but also a revealing look at our love affair with the world's most doted-upon and tinkered-with animal species, examining the colossal array of dog types and humans who love them.

The book follows Jack as he matures over the course of a year, from still-improving adolescent to seasoned adult show dog. We get to know him and the people around him—his owner, his handler, his breeder—to experience what it's like to own a show dog and to train one. And we come to appreciate him for what he is, a lovable and intelligent house pet—albeit one with a highly unusual occupation.

Along the way, Dean takes a close look at the eccentric and fascinating world of breeders and dog show fanciers—exploring the history and science of purebred dog breeding and the evolution of canine perfection via dog show culture, with that pursuit's many related peculiarities: judging, training, naming, promoting, hairstyling, kennel-owning, RV-driving, hotel-finding, treat-selecting, and more.

Author: Josh Dean
Hardcover: 416 pages
Company: It Books (2012-02-07) (2012-02-07)
ISBN: 006202048X
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New Secrets of Successful Show Dog Handling is the definitive book on the sport of exhibiting purebred dogs. From early training to ring strategy and promoting a special dog, this comprehensive, illustrated guide reveals the actual practices, procedures and etiquette involved in showing.

• What dog shows are all about • Early show training • Setting up your dog • Baiting • Ring procedures • Conditioning • Presentation and ring strategy • Tricks of the trade • The secret formula for success • Publicizing your dog.

Gems From The Book: *Handling is the art of making dogs look their absolute best! *Handlers must convey a positive attitude: Those who doubt their ability to win are rarely mistaken. *A person who has never failed has failed to extend himself. *Subtlety can mean the difference between superior and merely adequate handling.

Author: Mario Migliorini Peter Green
Paperback: 176 pages
Company: Alpine Publications, Inc. (2002-03-01) (2002-03-01)
ISBN: 1577790200
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In this latest installment of the Cat in the Hat's Learning Library,the Cat and Co. attend the Short-Shaggy-Tail-Waggy Super Dog Show, a strictly Seussian-style event where readers learn—among other things—that dogs are mammals who vary wildly in size and shape; the difference between purebreds and mutts (who are both featured throughout); how tails help dogs to balance; that they can see better in dim light than we can; the amazing things they've been trained to do; and much, much more. Fans of the new PBS preschool science show The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! (which is based on the Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) won't want to miss this doggone good new addition to the series!

Author: Tish Rabe
Hardcover: 48 pages
Company: Random House Books for Young Readers (2012-01-10) (2012-01-10)
ISBN: 0375866825
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Author: Alexandra Day
Hardcover: 40 pages
Company: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) (2012-01-17) (2012-01-17)
ISBN: 0374310831
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This newly updated edition explains the basics of dog showing for novice exhibitors, coaching them through the required routines at dog shows. Canine expert and successful dog exhibitor Caroline Coile begins with sound advice on how to recognize, raise, and train a dog that has prize-winning potential. Combining easy-to-follow text with clear, how-to photos, she goes on to demonstrate the correct way to pose, gait, and handle a dog in the show ring, as well as how to cope with various situations in the ring and out. She also advises on grooming, training, and conducting dress rehearsals, and enlightens her readers on the specific points that dog show judges always look for. The book's many instructive color photos help dog owners understand the do's and don'ts of dog show competition. In this new edition the author adds more training advice, including clicker training for show. She also provides additional tips gleaned from various handlers, and updates changes in AKC competitions and rules that exhibitors need to know.

Author: D. Caroline Coile Ph.D.
Paperback: 160 pages
Company: Barron's Educational Series (2008-12-05)
ISBN: 0764138898
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Whether you're new to showing dogs, or are a breeder sending a show puppy to a new home, here's an award-winning book that will help get your show puppy off to a great start! Raising a Champion is the complete handbook for people who show their own dogs! Raising a Champion has complete, detailed and fully illustrated instructions! Twenty five chapters contain step-by-step information about training for and competing in the show ring. The FAQs answer questions that every handler asks at some time. Counting championship points is carefully explained and illustrated with dozens of worked examples

Author: A. Meredith John, Carole L. Richards
Paperback: 256 pages
Company: The Well Trained Dog (2001-01-01) (2001-01-01)
ISBN: 0971072205
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George Alston has been one of the country's preeminent professional handlers for over thirty years. Now, the secrets of his success are shared with every dog fancier.

The Winning Edge is the very first book to apply sports psychology to dog showing. Here, serious exhibitors, including the seasoned veteran, will have the opportunity to develop and polish the skills necessary to take a place in the winners' circle. With award-winning author Connie Vanacore, George Alston shows us all how to gain consistent success in the only sport in which amateurs compete directly with the professionals. Chapters focus on the advantages of being an amateur and underscore the necessity for the mental preparation and psychology that are essential to every exhibitor's success.

The authors cover every ingredient in the recipe for show ring success, with chapters on the perfect handler, the making of a show dog, psychocybernetics, where and how to focus when in the ring and learning from the competition.

The Winning Edge, an essential for every dog exhibitor's bookshelf, now makes George Alston's professional know-how available to everyone with the desire to win.
A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

Author: George Alston
Hardcover: 176 pages
Company: Howell Book House (1992-05-16)
ISBN: 0876058349
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The Blue-Ribbon source for showing your dog.
Showing your dog can be great fun! You know your dog has what it takes to be a champion, but how do you get started? Inside is everything you need to know about the rewarding world of the dog show circuit.
This easy-to-read guide will help you discover whether the show ring is the right place for you and your dog, learn the basics of training, and develop the skills for successful showing. In the end, both you and your dog will be ready to succeed in the show ring!
"A comprehensive how-to manual that encompasses every level of experience." —Corky Vroom, president, Professional Handlers' Association
"Masterfully written, offering insight and tips for both aspiring and experienced dog show enthusiasts. By far the most complete book on the market." —Susand Bulanda, senior conformation judge, UKC
"Demystifies the sport of dogs without erasing the wondrous mystique of the art, and mentors the novice through the world of dog shows." —Lilian S. Barber, exhibitor, breeder, and AKC judge
"If you've ever wondered about dog shows, shown a dog, or wanted to try it, this book is tailor-made for you." — Darlene Arden, author, The Irrepressible Toy Dog

Author: Cheryl S. Smith
Paperback: 368 pages
Company: Three Rivers Press (2001-06) (2001-06-07)
ISBN: 0761533591
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Best in Show is the first and only book of its kind in the world...part beautiful coffee table book, part extensive reference tool, part "how-to" guide, and highly entertaining read. Best in Show has something for everyone who loves show dogs and dog shows, written by an internationally recognized expert.

Best in Show includes:

* 150 years of dog show history, including top dogs and dog show personalities recorded for the first time in one book

* Over 700 rare and wonderful images and photographs

* The interesting origins of dog shows in England in the 1850s, then its growth and development around the world

* What judges are looking for in the show ring

* The latest international developments in the sport

* Legendary figures and famous dogs that have earned near celebrity status

* An interesting read from Bo Bengtson's first person account of his nearly 50 years in dog shows



Author: Bo Bengtson
Hardcover: 656 pages
Company: BowTie Press (2008-02-12)
ISBN: 1931993858
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