Book
New dog : choosing wisely and ensuring a happily ever after / Bruce Fogle with Patricia Holden White.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781554073573 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 155407357X (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 192 p. : col. ill.
- Publisher: Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books, 2008.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes Internet addresses (p. 191) and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Dogs Dogs > Selection Dogs > Training |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Branch | 636.70887 Fog | 31681001867290 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
Describes how to select the right dog breed for a particular household, the temperament and health problems of each breed, and the training and health maintenance necessary for proper dog care. - Firefly Books Ltd
A well-illustrated guide to becoming a dog owner by an experienced author and vet in collaboration with a trainer and behaviorist. They cover all aspects from how to choose to when you own the dog, whether adopting a puppy, adult or a rescued dog. - Firefly Books Ltd
A straightforward guide to welcoming a new dog home.
This book establishes a solid timeline for all the key decisions a new dog owner must make, whether adopting a puppy, an adult dog or a rescued dog.
Dr. Bruce Fogle provides his time-tested 20 Essential Tips for a Well-Behaved Dog and offers guidance on the 30 most popular breeds (including purebreds, crossbreeds and problem breeds). Careful attention is given to various concerns, such as allergies and urban, suburban and apartment living.
New Dog is packed with accurate, up-to-date information and wise counsel on a range of such topics as:
- Where to find the right dog
- Known inherited conditions
- Temperament testing and good canine citizenship
- Common problems: inappropriate chewing, aggression, boredom
- Effective communication
- Routine health care and choosing a vet
- Expert training sequences to follow and practice
- Traveling with dogs and choosing a kennel and a doggy daycare.
More than 300 commissioned color photographs, dozens of useful tips, and recent breakthroughs in veterinary science all make this the ideal guidebook for new dog owners.
