The Dog Owner S Question And Answer Book

Here are 500 of the most often asked questions about dog care. Which breeds are best for which owners? How important is size? How can you judge the best puppy in a litter? These and hundreds more questions are answered by vets, breeders and trainers. 500+ illustrations.

A veterinarian discusses the selection, training, care, breeds, and illnesses of dogs and common myths about them. Includes a section of emergency first aid procedures.

Dogs are magnificent observers, far better than we are. They are marvelous at reading our body language, which is why your dog may know -- without your needing to explain -- that he's being taken to the veterinarian, or that you're depressed and in need of comfort. We humans have a rich vocabulary of body language, but in our preoccupation with words, we have allowed our own instinctive understanding of body language to wither. Dogs read us better than we read them, but that doesn't mean they understand why we behave the way we do. Bruce Fogle, a vet with a vast amount of experience in the field of dog and dog-owner behavior, explains in this question-and-answer guide why dog owners do what they do, why dogs respond in the way they do, and how humans and canines can learn to better understand each other.

Written by two practising veterinary surgeons, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of medical and behavioural problems in cats and dogs, this book provides owners with advice as they encounter particular difficulties with their pets.

“Just how smart is my dog?” Try draping a towel over his head and timing his escape. “Why does she prefer the toilet to her bowl?” Because it’s always full and always cool; can you blame her? Animal behavior expert Arden Moore answers scores of questions on dog ownership and psychology, from grooming and fleas to obedience training and puppy love. This book contains everything the new, curious, or frustrated pet owner needs to know to smooth out the wrinkles in any dog’s coat!

Should I let my dog sleep in bed with me? Can my puppy share my dinner? How do I keep my dog happy while IÆm away at work? As more and more singles share their homes with dogs (rather than mates), they face unique challenges. From what to do when your puppy poops in your shoes to how to train your dog to play nice with your new date, this guide answers all the questions you should ask before and after bringing home your new furry companions. Whether you have adopted an adult dog or are raising a puppy, international dog rescuer and author Betsy Rosenfeld offers practical, reassuring advice based on the experience of countless singles and their dogs. A single herself, Rosenfeld reveals all you need to know to live happily ever with their Prince, Baron, or Queenie.