The Complete Guide To Leonbergers

The Leonberger Complete Owners Manual has the answers you need when researching this noble and very powerful purebred canine. Learn about the giant mountain dog named after a city in Germany and find out whether or not this breed will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Leonberger's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not the Leonberger is the breed for you. If you already have a Leonberger, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Temperament - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Health - Daily care - Feeding - House training - Medical care & safety - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.

Get The Definitive Leonberger Ownership Guide. Whether you own an Leonberger, or are considering it, Leonberger owners agree that this is the "must have" owner's guide. Leonberger are extremely rewarding companions that develop loyal bonds with their owners. The breed dates back centuries, and to this day they are most well-known loyalty and companionship. This comprehensive owners guide provides you with the most critical information, resources, and training strategies needed to successfully raise and care for your Leonberger. From choosing the right puppy, to caring for your Leonberger, the information within this guide will serve as your "go to" resource for years to come. Highlights from the The Complete Guide to Leonbergers: · The right and wrong reasons for buying a Leonberger · Breed overview and ownership expectations · How the Leonberger adoption process really works · All about Leonberger puppies · Preparing your home for a Leonberger · How to keep your Leonberger healthy, safe, and happy · Common health problems · Caring for Leonberger health issues · Exercise & activity expectations · Working & showing your Leonberger · Training for guard Leonbergers, therapy Leonbergers, herding Leonbergers, & more · The aging process and life expectations · Hundreds of tips and answers to frequently asked questions As with all dog breeds, there are many advantages and disadvantages to owning a Leonberger. From the day you bring home your new puppy, or adopt, you will be bombarded with questions and concerns. It is critical that you have all of the required proper care information available, at any time, so that you do not make any costly errors or put your new best friend into danger. The importance of proper training and care, from the start, cannot be understated. The worst problems in Leonberger ownership almost always start early. Be proactive, learn everything there is to know about Leonberger ownership, and get started on the right track. No stone was left unturned in this manual, which easily surpasses the few mediocre alternatives on the market. From the puppy days to the later years, new and sometimes difficult decisions are required from Leonberger owners. This manual will help you make the correct decision, based on medical and training best practices, so that you never go to sleep worried about your pet's health or mood. Since there are so few Leonberger care books available, many owners turn to the internet for advice. This can be a huge mistake as every Leonberger has different needs and expectations. Ultimately, this guide will prepare you for the vast array of purchasing, adoption, training, healthcare, and expectation-related information that will confront you at one time or another. The complete guide includes photographs, and nearly a dozen chapters full of useful information for your Leonberger. Additionally, the guide includes a very helpful table of contents so that you can easily and accurately find the important information you are looking for. The manual is designed to help first-time Leonberger owners and experienced individuals alike, with ease and clarity. Purchase The Complete Guide to Leonbergers today and save yourself from costly mistakes that could create financial disasters, poor long-term behaviour, and increased stress in both you and your Leonberger's living environment. A well-prepared owner makes for a happy, and healthy Leonberger. Don't just hope for the best, guarantee excellent results. Get started today! Our 100% no quibble, money back guarantee means you have nothing to lose… But everything to gain. John

The Hardcover edition is printed in FULL COLOR! A revolutionary new look into everything "Leo"; a MUST-READ that includes practical tips, tricks, and insights to help a new (or seasoned) Leonberger owner! Author Vanessa Richie used interviews with Six TOP Leonberger Breeders to create the perfect guidebook for any new Leo owner. This complete resource offers an in-depth look at what it's truly like to live with a Leonberger. Covering topics such as: Selecting the right Leonberger from a breeder or rescue The unique Leo traits that every new owner should prepare for "Leo-proofing" your house and yard Successfully socializing your Leo with other dogs and pets Begining training strategies Leo specific nutritional needs and healthcare Exercise strategies for keeping your Leo happy and healthy Grooming a Leo the correct way Health care and Leo specific disease prevention The Leonberger is like no other breed. They tend to be gentle giants, but their low bark is enough to scare off anyone who doesn't know about their affectionate temperament. One of the earliest intentionally bred "cross-breeds"; the Leonberger typically has some of the best traits from each of its Newfoundland and Saint Bernard ancestors. With a higher stamina than most large breeds, this is not a giant breed couch potato, but a dog that will want you to go out and be active. With a life expectancy of only 8 or 9 years, it never seems nearly long enough time. But those years can be full of a lot of fun and activity, especially if you love to swim. Whether you live alone or have a large family, this is a dog that loves people and playing. And they have the kind of patience you want if you have small kids. For people who are active and love big dogs, it's difficult to go wrong with a Leonberger.

This Special Rare-Breed Edition on the Leonberger is the most comprehensive new owner s guide available on the lion of the dog world. A relative newcomer to the American Kennel Club, the Leonberger has been a European favorite for years, revered for his impressive size (over 30 inches at the shoulder), his long mane of a coat, and his tawny, golden coat. The Leonberger is a unique German creation, a dog that is as courageous and handsome as the king of the jungle but also a mild-mannered, affectionate home companion. He is prized as a watchdogas his roar is bigger than his biteand his much-loved family is well protected when the Leo is on duty. New owners and those intrigued by this handsome German breed will welcome the information provided on selection of a puppy, training, feeding, and general maintenance. The chapters on history, characteristics, and the breed standard prove an ideal introduction to breed. The author, Madeline Lusby, is a Leo breeder and owner, and her many anecdotes and first-hand experience with Leonbergers provide valuable insight into the temperament and inner workings of the breed. Subsequent chapters offer helpful information on shopping for puppy supplies, puppy-proofing the home, socialization, housetraining, basic obedience lessons, feeding, coat care and more. The health chapter discusses parasite prevention, inoculations, and finding the most qualified veterinarian for a giant breed. Sidebars throughout offer helpful advice to readers about dozens of topics. Fully indexed. "

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The Leonberger is a giant breed of dog that originates from Germany. The breed is also commonly known as the 'Gentle Giant, ' the 'Gentle Lion, ' and as simply the 'Leo.' The Leonberger's name is derived from the city of Leonberg which is in the Baden-Wurttemberg region of Germany. The Leonberger is believed to have come into existence in the mid-1850s when a Landseer Newfoundland was mixed with a Saint Bernard, and later a Pyrenean Mountain Dog. Traditionally the Leonberger has a long white coat, which was considered very fashionable at the time. The modern Leonberger has a much darker coat and will usually have a black mask covering most of its face and muzzle. The breed's numbers suffered dramatically during World War I and World War II as most of the Leonberger breeders were killed, fled Germany or enrolled in the military. During the World Wars, the Leonberger was mainly used to pull carts full of ammunition to and from the front line. Traditionally the Leonberger breed was employed as a general purpose farm dog or a guard dog. The Leonberger has a very unique water-resistant double coat on its body and very short fine hairs on its muzzle and limbs. The breed's durable outer coat is relatively straight and lies flat to the dog's body. Interestingly the Leonberger is a dimorphic breed as it possesses either a strongly masculine or elegantly feminine form, which allows the breed's gender to be immediately discernible. The temperament of dogs is normally affected by the following factors: individual personality, heredity, training and socialization. It is therefore important to make sure that you meet the puppy's mother before purchasing a Leonberger. It is also important to make sure to thoroughly socialize your Leonberger with strangers, children and other animals during its puppyhood. Generally speaking, the Leonberger is known to be a friendly, submissive, obedient and hardworking breed. They are also known to be incredibly playful under the right circumstances. The breed is also known to be intelligent, loyal and robust and is capable of performing a wide variety of work related tasks. It is important to note that as a working breed, the Leonberger has a high amount of energy which needs to be expended. If the Leonberger has a buildup of energy it is likely to develop destructive behaviors due to boredom or hyperactivity. Before purchasing any pet it is important to understand that as a pet owner you are responsible for the care and wellbeing of your pet. It is important to try and learn as much as you can about the animal you are considering to keep as a pet to make sure that your lifestyle, household and financial status are suited to provide your pet with the best possible care. This guide has been designed to provide you with both precise and concise information about a Leonberger's basic needs to help you provide your pet with the best quality care practices. This guide will give an in-depth explanation on training your Leonberger, raising your Leonberger from a puppy, grooming, health care and everything in between! "The Leonberger: A Complete and Comprehensive Owners Guide to: Buying, Owning, Health, Grooming, Training, Obedience, Understanding and Caring for Your Leonberger," by Michael Stonewood is the perfect purchase or gift for a first time Leonberger owner. This guide includes sections on caring for a puppy, breeding, health care, training, the basic cost of owning a Leonberger and much more. This book is the second edition - the first edition was published by 'Dog Care Professionals.'