The Everything Puppy Book,9781580625760

The Everything Puppy Book

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ISBN13: 9781580625760
ISBN10: 1580625762
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2002-01-01
Publisher(s): Everything
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Summary

Nothing is more adorable than a new puppy! But no matter how cute, puppies take a lot of hard work and loving care. The Everythingr Puppy Book teaches you absolutely everything you need to raise your precious pet through the most critical stages of his or her life.Packed with professional instructions and useful tips, this is the one book you and your family will turn to time and time again. Including photographs of your favorite breeds, and a color insert, The Everythingr Puppy Book covers everything from grooming to exercise, and training to breed behavior. Before long, your puppy will become a healthy, well-mannered, well-adjusted, full-grown dog.

Table of Contents

Introduction ix
The World of Dogs
1(14)
The Beginning of the Human/Canine Bond
2(2)
The Egyptians
4(1)
The Greeks and Romans
4(2)
The Middles Ages and Renaissance
6(2)
Today's World of Dogs
8(1)
Breed Registries
9(3)
Pet Advocacy Groups
12(3)
Dog Breeds
15(40)
Where to Begin
16(1)
The Sporting Group
16(5)
The Hound Group
21(5)
The Working Group
26(6)
The Terrier Group
32(5)
The Toy Group
37(4)
The Non-sporting Group
41(5)
The Herding Group
46(4)
Other Non-AKC Breeds
50(1)
Mixed Breeds, Mutts, and Hybrids
51(4)
Before Getting a Puppy
55(18)
Are You Ready for a Puppy?
56(2)
New Puppy, Older Puppy, or Adult---Which Is Best for You?
58(3)
Looking and Learning
61(5)
Your Lifestyle and Schedule
66(3)
Your Activity Level
69(2)
Your Environment
71(2)
Where to Buy a Puppy
73(14)
Breeders
74(2)
Pet Shops
76(2)
Purebred Rescue
78(1)
Shelters and Pounds
79(2)
Friends and Neighbors
81(2)
Picking the Best Puppy for You
83(2)
Final Comments on Choosing a Puppy
85(2)
Puppy-Proofing Your Home
87(8)
The Puppy's Own Space
88(2)
Living Room and Family Room
90(1)
Bedrooms
90(2)
Kitchen and Bathroom
92(1)
Basement and Attic
92(1)
Garage
93(1)
The Yard
93(2)
Making Way for a Smooth Transition
95(14)
Plan the Ride Home
96(1)
Walking Supplies
97(3)
Sleeping Accommodations
100(2)
Identification
102(1)
Toys
103(1)
Preparing Time with Your New Friend
104(1)
Getting the Whole Household Involved
104(2)
Wrap-Up: Complete List of Puppy Supplies
106(3)
Your Puppy's First Month
109(8)
The First Day Home
110(1)
That First Night
111(2)
The First Week Home
113(1)
Naming Your Puppy
113(2)
Handling Your Puppy Properly
115(1)
Practice Proper Habits from the Start
116(1)
Puppy Nutrition
117(12)
Foods to Start Your Puppy With
118(1)
What Dog Food Contains
119(1)
Types of Food
120(5)
When and How Much to Feed
125(2)
Snacks and Treats
127(1)
Water
127(2)
Grooming
129(10)
Brushing
130(2)
Baths
132(2)
Clipping Toenails
134(1)
Ears
135(2)
Eyes
137(1)
Teeth
137(1)
Professional Groomers
138(1)
Housetraining
139(14)
The Basics of Housetraining
140(1)
Crate Training
140(5)
Maintaining a Schedule
145(1)
Diet and Feeding
146(1)
Water
147(1)
The ``Potty Spot'' and How to Eliminate Immediately
148(1)
Dealing with Accidents
149(1)
Common Housetraining Problems
149(2)
Paper Training---Is It an Option?
151(2)
Socializing---Raising a Friendly Dog
153(6)
Meeting People
154(1)
Getting to Know the World
154(1)
Meeting Other Animals
155(1)
Grooming and Examinations
156(1)
Riding in the Car
157(1)
Final Comments on Socializing
158(1)
Basic Training
159(14)
Equipment
160(4)
Establishing Rules and a Schedule
164(1)
Clicker and Treat Training
165(2)
Sneakaways
167(3)
The Learning Process
170(1)
Praise as a Training Tool
171(2)
Common Behavioral Problems
173(18)
A Puppy Is a Puppy Is a Puppy
174(2)
Mouthing and Nipping
176(1)
Barking
177(1)
Crying and Whining
178(1)
Chewing
179(2)
Digging
181(1)
Jumping Up
182(3)
Playing Too Rough
185(1)
Separation Anxiety
186(2)
Begging, Stealing, and Scavenging
188(2)
Problem Prevention
190(1)
Obedience Training
191(14)
Sit and Sit/Stay
192(3)
Down
195(2)
Heel
197(3)
Come
200(3)
Wait
203(2)
Basic Care for Your Puppy's Health
205(18)
Finding a Veterinarian
206(2)
An Ounce of Prevention
208(3)
Vaccines
211(4)
Spaying or Neutering
215(1)
Parasites
215(5)
Emergencies
220(2)
Environment
222(1)
Ailments to Be on the Lookout For
223(18)
Skin
224(3)
Eyes
227(1)
Ears
228(1)
Nose
229(1)
Mouth
230(2)
Digestive System
232(3)
Respiratory System
235(1)
Urinary and Reproductive Systems
236(1)
Other
237(4)
Stuff You Can Do with Your Puppy
241(16)
Preparing for the Great Outdoors
242(1)
Hiking and Camping
243(3)
Vacations and Travel
246(1)
Swimming
247(1)
Fetch
247(1)
Shows
247(5)
Obedience and Agility Competitions
252(2)
Herding Trials and Tests
254(1)
Lure Coursing
255(2)
Creating a Super-Dog: Beyond Basic Obedience
257(8)
Choosing a Dog Trainer or School
258(1)
Advanced Training Exercises
258(3)
Retrieving
261(1)
Speak
262(1)
Canine Good Citizen R
262(2)
Therapy Dogs
264(1)
The Terrible Twos
265(14)
The Warning Signs
266(2)
How Long Does It Last?
268(1)
Dominance
269(1)
Common Problems and Solutions
270(7)
Conclusion
277(2)
Appendix I: Resources 279(12)
Appendix II: The Complete AKC Pedigree List 291(10)
Index 301

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