Dogs for dummies

Spadafori, Gina (author.). Becker, Marty, 1954- (writer of foreword.).

Summary: "From mixes to purebreds, puppies to seniors, this friendly guide tells you what you need to know to choose, train, and enjoy life with a dog"--Publisher descripition.

Record details

ISBN: 9781119609070 (trade paperback)
Physical Description: print
xvii, 403 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Edition: 2nd edition.
Publisher: Hoboken, NJ : For Dummies, A Wiley Brand, [2019]
Copyright: ©2019

Content descriptions

General Note:

"Learning made easy"--Cover.

Includes index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Bringing a puppy or adult dog into your life. Considering the canine possibilities -- Narrowing the field -- Finding out about breeders, shelters, and other sources -- Choosing and bringing home a puppy -- Adopting and settling an adult dog -- Getting the relationship off to the best start. All the right stuff -- Feeding your puppy or dog -- House-training puppies and dogs -- Early puppy training -- Keeping your dog healthy. Good grooming -- Preventive health care for puppies and dogs -- Common canine health problems -- Caring for an aging dog -- Living happily with your dog. Teaching your dog manners -- Problem-solving -- Canine competitions: fun things to do with your dog -- To breed or not to breed -- Traveling with your dog -- The part of tens. Ten dog myths, debunked! -- Ten questions to ask when buying a purebred puppy -- Ten things you need to know to prepare your dog for a disaster -- Ten ways to have both a dog and a nice yard -- Ten must-see dog sites on the world wide web.