AT LAST! A GUIDE FOR THE LAYPERSON THAT EXPLAINS EXACTLY WHAT THE VET SAID!

Jennifer Coates, DVM, author  Written in a dictionary reference style format, just about every term the vet will ever use is thoroughly explained and easy to understand. Includes appendices identifying commonly used drugs, acronyms and abbreviations, and weight and measurement conversions.  A must in the home of every pet owner and breeder!

   Learn invaluable, life saving skills for emergencies your dog could encounter when involved in any outdoor activity, or even in your backyard. Gustafson emphasizes accident prevention and being prepared for emergencies. An especially important resource for owners of hunting, herding or tracking dogs.  Also great for backpackers or owners who hike with their dogs. 

   This is the "bible" of puppy raising that a host of breeders recommend to new puppy owners. Learn how the puppy's body and mind develop and what you can do to shape his behavior into a well-adjusted, well behaved dog. Explains what breeders should do during the puppy's first seven weeks to insure that the puppy adapts well to family life, plus positive methods for socialization and training puppies of any breed from birth to one year of age.

   The pet owner's version of Campbell's popular "Behavior Problems in Dogs" presents humane, effective ways of correcting common vices and clearly explains dog behavior, how dogs sense their world, how to communicate effectively with dogs, how to train a puppy, and more. Shape your pet into the perfect companion!

  Dennison shares proven methods for rehabilitating dog-aggressive and people-aggressive behavior using positive reward, redirection, diversion and counter-conditioning. A step-by-step program for retraining an aggressive dog to be a civilized companion. Can be used with any breed or size of dog, whether he has just begun to guard his toys or has developed major aggression problems.

   The definitive book on exhibiting purebred dogs by one of the foremost professional handlers in America along with a successful international trainer and handler. Covers early show training of puppies, conditioning, stacking, ring strategy, ring etiquette, and the secret formula for success in the show ring. An introduction to dog showing for novices and a refresher for experienced exhibitors looking to polish their skills.

   Marcie Davis and Melissa Bunnell have provided anyone interested in Service Dogs with a wonderful resource that covers the entire spectrum of the Service Dog partnership…from application through the lifetime of these incredible teams. The touching and meaningful stories throughout the book demonstrate the life changing affect these remarkable dogs have on the lives of people who have disabilities. This book will be an invaluable tool for the entire Assistance Dog industry and for everyone partnered with a Service Dog!

   Prenatal training for the family dog! Parents, grandparents, relatives: prepare your dog for safe interaction with babies, toddlers, or preschool children. Positive training lessons are easy to learn and use. Keep both babies and dogs safe and happy. Sound, proven behavioral and psychological methods.

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