by Matthew Hoffman (Editor)
Everything a dog owner needs to know is now available in this comprehensive reference manual. With more than 800 colour photographs and illustrations and thousands of practical tips, DOGS: THE ULTIMATE CARE GUIDE will provide dog owners with the skills and confidence they need to care for canines of any size, age or breed. This invaluable guide offers advice from hundreds of top veterinarians, breeders, groomers and pet psychologists. Readers will learn: * Complete training tips for puppies and older dogs * Practical solutions for behavioural problems * Nutrition essentials for dogs of all ages, from providing the correct balance of protein and carbohydrates to the pros and cons of vegetarian diets * At home solutions to common health problems * How to groom your dog perfectly at home * Insights into the personalities of the 50 most popular breeds Each chapter has sidebar pieces and a fun feature called Paws for Thought , which explains secrets such as why dogs hang their heads out of car windows. Every dog owner will find this book an invaluable tool for providing a loving home for their best friend.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 464
Edition: Reprint
Publisher: Rodale Press
Published: 27 Jul 2001
ISBN 10: 1579542441
ISBN 13: 9781579542443
Matthew Hoffman is the former Rodale pet book editor. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.