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German shepherds for dummies
- 點閱：19
- 作者： by D. Caroline Coile, PhD
- 出版社：John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
- 出版年：2020
- 集叢名：For dummies
- ISBN：9781119644644
- EISBN：9781119644699 ebk; 9781119644675 ebk
- 格式：EPUB 流式,PDF,JPG
- 頁數：308
- 字數：442871
- 附註："Learning made easy"--Cover. Includes index.
- 系列書： For dummies，本系列共19本
Everybody thinks they know the German Shepherd. Many of us grew up with Rin Tin Tin, or we saw German Shepherds in nightly news reports breaking up riots, or we saw them in neighbors' backyards protecting children. But that only scratches the surface of one of the most fascinating and confusing breeds on earth. Whether it's selection, nutrition, routine health care, training, competition, or just having fun, there's more to it with a German Shepherd than with other breeds. And if you're thinking about adding one to your family, or you already have one, you need to know all you can about this breed. Which is where German Shepherds For Dummies comes in.
Is this noble and intelligent breed the right dog for you and your family? German Shepherds For Dummies provides the answer to this and all your questions about getting, caring for, and living with this loveable breed. Lifelong German Shepherd owner and longtime German Shepherd breeder, trainer, and exhibitor, Carline Coile, PhD ,gets you up and running with what you need to know to:
* Choose the right German Shepherd for you
* Housebreak and socialize your new puppy
* Educate yourself and your dog
* Handle behavioral problems
* Participate in competitions
Dr. Coile provides insights into the German Shepherd temperament and loads of sensible, easy-to-follow advice, along with fun facts and Shepherd trivia, amusing and informative anecdotes, and tips on how to have a great time with your dog. Discover how to:
Understand how to communicate with your German Shepherd
Train your German Shepherd
Find a good trainer and attend classes
Deal with hereditary health problems
Feed and exercise your German Shepherd
Recognize, prevent and treat common health problems
Have loyal friend for life
The indispensable guide for you and your German Shepherd, German Shepherds For Dummies is the only book you'll need to help you have the best possible experience with this handsome and sensitive breed of dog.
German Shepherds For Dummies (9781119644644) was previously published as German Shepherds For Dummies (9780764552809). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.
- INTRODUCTION
- About This Book
- How This Book Is Organized
- Icons Used in This Book
- Where to Go from Here
- PART 1：GETTING TO KNOW GERMAN SHEPHERDS
- CHAPTER 1：Making the Decision of a Lifetime
- CHAPTER 2：Setting the Standard for the Breed
- PART 2：FINDING THE GERMAN SHEPHERD FOR YOU
- CHAPTER 3：Looking for Love in All the Right Places：Breeders and Shelters
- CHAPTER 4：Picking the Perfect Puppy
- PART 3：BRINGING UP BABY
- CHAPTER 5：Shopping for Dog Stuff
- CHAPTER 6：Welcoming Your Dog Home
- CHAPTER 7：Feeding Your German Shepherd
- CHAPTER 8：Training Your Dog
- CHAPTER 9：Dealing with a “ Bad Dog ”
- CHAPTER 10：Grooming Your Dog
- PART 4：KEEPING YOUR DOG HEALTHY
- CHAPTER 11：Working with Your Dog’s Other Best Friend：His Veterinarian
- CHAPTER 12：Dealing with GSD Hereditary Health Problems
- CHAPTER 13：Taking Care of a Sick Shepherd
- CHAPTER 14：Caring for an Aging Shepherd
- PART 5：HAVING FUN WITH YOUR GERMAN SHEPHERD
- CHAPTER 15：Exercising Your Dog
- CHAPTER 16：Showing Off Your Dog
- CHAPTER 17：Putting Your Shepherd to Work
- PART 6：THE PART OF TENS
- CHAPTER 18：Ten（or So）Tips for Traveling with Your Dog
- CHAPTER 19：Ten Fun Games You Can Play with Your Shepherd
- APPENDIX A：GLOSSARY
- APPENDIX B：RESOURCES
- APPENDIX C：THE OFFICIAL AKC BREED STANDARD FOR THE GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG
- APPENDIX D：GSD ABBREVIATIONS
- INDEX
