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ADOPTING A GREAT DOG
Nona Bauer
Includes chapters on shelter & rescue dogs, should you adopt, shelters & rescue organizations, what kind of dog should you adopt, the adoption process, much more. Loaded with practical tips and extensive resources.
Price: $12.95 |
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COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO GETTING AND OWNING A DOG
Sheila Boneham
Tips on figuring out which breed is best for you, advice on finding a responsible breeder, valuable insights into what to expect at every stage of your dog's life, more.
Price: $14.95 |
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CHOOSING A DOG FOR DUMMIES
Chris Walkowicz
Adding a pet to the household is an exciting time but one where you need to coast, exploring the pros and cons, rather than zooming full speed ahead. Presents a wealth of information, including advice from long-time owners.
Price: $21.99 |
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GREAT DOG ADOPTIONS: A GUIDE FOR SHELTERS
Sue Sternberg
Practical, step-by-step directions that do not require more space, more people, or miracle dogs or owners. Includes reproducible handouts that shelters can customize and give out, including tips for the first few weeks, information for adopters with children, warning signs, and more.
Price: $18.50 |
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YOUR PUREBRED PUPPY, A BUYER'S GUIDE
Michele Welton
Discover how to select the right breed of dog for you and your family, locate a good breeder, and choose the puppy that suits your family best. Revised edition evaluates 200 breeds, including 20 new ones. Honest, thorough.
Price: $16.00 |
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THE PUREBRED PUPPY
by Miriam Fields-Babineau
Explains the pros and cons of living with the top-registered dog breeds and discusses how to find a reputable breeder of purebred dogs. It also offers tips on how to care for each breed.
Price: $13.00 $7.96 |
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Are You My Dog? How to Find Your Best Friend
Dr. Janet Ruckert; 1989; paperback
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Choosing a Dog: A Guide to Picking the Perfect Breed
Nancy Baer, Steven Duno; 1995; paperback
Is a Springer Spaniel too high-strung for an apartment? Is a Golden Retriever the best choice for a family with young children? This easy-to-use, A-Z guide profiles the behaviors of all breeds recognized by the AKC, as well as a cross-section of mixed breeds. The authors also discuss how to choose the right breeder, how to select a puppy and prepare for its homecoming, and more. Line art. |
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Choosing the Perfect Dog For You and Your Family
Mordecai Siegal; 1994; paperback
An essential guide to selecting the dog of your dreams. Mordecai Siegal details the personalities, physical characteristics, and histories of 45 of America's favorite breeds--as well as their training, grooming, and housebreaking needs. 65 black-and-white photos. |
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Dogs: Selecting the Best Dog For You
Chris Nelson; 1997; hardcover
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Dogs and Kids: Parenting Tips
Bardi McLennan; 1993; hardcover
The authors of Good Owners, Great Dogs offer advice on picking the best breed for a family dog, avoiding common dog/toddler problems, training an older dog to accept an infant, and other topics. |
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The Perfect Match: A Dog Buyer's Guide
Chris Walkowicz; 1996; paperback
If you are considering a canine addition to the family, The Perfect Match is the perfect guide. The most authoritative book of its kind, it is the only one to utilize experts in every breed profiled. Written by Chris Walkowicz, a nationally acknowledged, life-long dog authority, this book is filled with the expertise of those specifically involved with each one of the over 160 breed included. A photo accompanies every breed outlined, along with a complete checklist including personality and physical characteristics, as well as both positive and negative attrivutes. Never before has there been the depth of truth and authority that is given here, highlighting each breed's unique qualities along with a look at who should not own the breed. |
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The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Choosing and Training a Dog
Sarah Hodgson; 1997; paperback
Lack of proper training will leave you with a hard-to-handle pet. Now you can have complete advice on choosing the right dog, along with easy training tips, all in a convenient pocket-sized handbook. This entertaining step-by-step guide includes lots of practical tips for quick and easy training that will put you on your way to having a well-behaved and well-adjusted pet. |
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The Right Dog For You
Daniel Tortora; 1983; paperback
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NORTHERN BREEDS, COMPLETE PET OWNER'S MANUAL
Margaret Bonham
Information on health care, feeding, and housing, as well as grooming and training. Specific information about temperament of Northern breeds.
Price: $6.95 |
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PAWS TO CONSIDER
Brian Kilcommons & Sarah Wilson
Considering adding a four-footed member to your family? Choose wisely! This new book provides information on genetic health problems, exercise needs, temperaments for nearly 100 breeds, lifestyle matches, more.
Price: $22.95 |
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WHY WE LOVE THE DOGS WE DO
Stanley Coren
Learn the secrets to finding a loving match with your new canine companion! Use tests matching human personality types with canine characteristics.
Price: $12.95 |
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DOGSMART
Myrna Milani
Explore your orientation toward dogs. Then apply what you've learned about yourself, your dream dog, your environment and your leadership style to training, exercise, nutrition, health care, and lifestyle programs that best suit you and your new friend!
Price: $14.95 |
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IRREPRESSIBLE TOY DOG
Darlene Arden
From neonate to old companion, look at the special problems and joys of owning a Toy dog! Emphasizes the importance of training and socialization; special section discusses each Toy breed.
Price: $17.95 |
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PERFECT MATCH: A DOG BUYER'S GUIDE
Chris Walkowicz
Helps you choose your ideal canine companion. Highlights each breed's unique qualities along with great information on who should NOT own the breed.
Price: $14.95 |
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CHOOSING A DOG FOR LIFE
Andrew De Prisco & James Johnson
Choose your next canine companion using first-hand experience and advice from breeders and owners. Information on suitable owners, health concerns. Excellent color photos!
Price: $34.95 |
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PUREBRED RESCUE DOG ADOPTION: REWARDS AND REALITIES
Liz Palika
An inspiring, realistic guide to adopting purebred rescues. Complete with a list of up-to-date Internet resources.
Price: $15.99 |
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COMPLETE GUIDE TO MUTTS
Margaret Bonham
Addresses all the special needs of owning a mixed breed, providing comprehensive, reliable information on everything from health and training to behavior issues.
Price: $15.99 |
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WOMAN'S BEST FRIEND: CHOOSING AND TRAINING THE DOG THAT'S RIGHT FOR YOU
Babette Haggerty-Brennan
This unique guide offers advice and suggestions specifically for women, whose needs and nature require special consideration. Topics include: Choosing a family dog, using effective commands, dealing with embarrassing dog behavior, avoiding being overpowered by the dog, more. Even how to use a dog as date bait!
Price: $14.95 |
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THE BEST FINISH: ADOPTING A RETIRED RACING GREYHOUND
Carolyn Raeke
A straightforward, comprehensive guide to adopting and caring for the retired racing Greyhound.
Price: $9.95 |
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SUCCESSFUL DOG ADOPTION
Sue Sternberg
Gentle, expert guidance on how to find and adopt an exceptional canine companion. From popular author, trainer and shelter owner Sue Sternberg.
Price: $16.99 |
