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    Golden Retriever

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      ISBN-13: 9781593788483
    • Publisher: CompanionHouse Books
    • Publication date: 04/05/2011
    • Series: Smart Owner's Guide
    • Sold by: Barnes & Noble
    • Format: eBook
    • Pages: 176
    • File size: 15 MB
    • Note: This product may take a few minutes to download.
    • Age Range: 12 Years

    The experts from Dog Fancy® magazine, the world’s most widely read dog magazine for almost 40 years, brings you the ultimate series of dog breed books. With the collaborative minds of Dog Fancy® Editors resulting in the creation of this exceptional line of up-to-date, interactive and information-packed books that will set the standard for all breed books.

    Table of Contents



    K9 Expert Education 4
    By Susan Chaney, Editor, Dog Fancy magazine

    Fourteen Karat 6
    The Golden Retriever has the temperament of a wonderful family companion, service dog and lifelong best friend. It’s no wonder Golds are such a good investment!

    The Retriever Report 20
    Our simple two-page guide gives you all the necessary information about the Golden Retriever — in 300 words or less!

    Of Golden Times 22
    The Golden Retriever has a long and fascinating history, beginning in England and striking it rich in America.

    Finding Gold 34
    Find out how to choose a reputable breeder and pick a healthy puppy, or maybe you’d like to adopt a dog from a shelter or rescue organization. Either way, there are plenty of Goldens out there waiting for homes.

    Home Essentials 48
    You need to puppy-proof, or Golden-proof, your house, as well as
    make sure that you have all the things he requires to be comfortable, such as bedding, toys and lots more.

    Successful Housetraining 64
    Your first job is getting your Golden Retriever to do the doo where you want him to. Using a crate — aka a modern-day den — will expedite the process.

    Vet Visits and Everyday Care 76
    Selecting a veterinarian means doing some research and planning your Golden’s first visit.
    Also, learn what to do when everyday bumps and bruises come about.

    On the Topic of Health 88
    Learn how to deal with external and internal parasites, skin problems, and common medical and behavioral issues.
    Retrieving Dinner 100
    With proper knowledge and know-how, you can feed your Golden Retriever a sound
    diet so he won’t end up a pudgy pooch.

    Grooming Goldilocks 112
    From nail clipping instruction to brushing and bathing basics, we’ll have your
    Golden Retriever looking like Fort Knox.

    Time to Train 126
    Every retriever needs to learn the basics of sit, down, stay and come, and
    additional training advice will make your dog obey without hassle.

    Changing Bad Behavior 140
    A well-behaved Golden isn’t born that way. When problems arise, prompt
    training will turn bad habits into appropriate behavior. Teach your dog that there
    are better ways to get attention, and you’ll save yourself a lot of headaches.

    Golden Games 154
    The high energy of the Golden demands exercise and attention, and his athletic and
    strong body makes him perfect for dog sports, from agility to dock jumping.

    Resources 166

    Index 174

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    Celebrating the most friendly, talented, and affectionate dog on the planet, the Golden Retriever, this Smart Owner’s Guide, created by the editors at Dog Fancy magazine, offers the most up-to-date and accurate information every dog owner needs to become a well-informed caregiver for his dog. Illustrated with color photographs of adorable puppies and handsome adults, this easy-to-read primer is designed in a modern, lively manner that readers will find user-friendly and entertaining.

    Each Smart Owner’s Guide offers a description of the breed’s character and physical conformation, historical overview, and its attributes as a companion dog. The reader will find informative chapters on everything he or she needs to know about acquiring, raising, and training this remarkable purebred dog, including: finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy; preparing for the puppy’s homecoming, shopping for supplies, and puppy-proofing the home; house-training; veterinary and home health maintenance; feeding and nutrition; and grooming. Obedience training for basic cues (sit, stay, heel, come, etc.) and solving potential problem behaviors (barking, chewing, aggression, jumping up, etc.) are addressed in separate chapters, as are activities to enjoy with the dog, including showing, agility, therapy work, and more.

    Entertaining tidbits and smart advice fill up colorful sidebars in every chapter, which the editors call “It’s a Fact,” “Smart Tip,” “Notable&Quotable,” and “Did You Know?” Real-life heroes and rescue stories are retold in full-page features called “Pop Pups” and “True Tails.” Recipes, training, and care tips are highlighted in the “Try This” feature pages.

    The Smart Owner’s Guide series is the only series that offers readers an online component in which dog owners can join a breed-specific online club hosted by dogchannel.com. At Club Gold, owners of the breed can find forums, blogs, and profiles to connect with other breed owners, as well as charts and checklists that can be downloaded. More than just 20,000 pages of solid information, there’s a host of fun to be had at the club in the form of downloadable breed-specific e-cards, screensavers, games, and quizzes.

    The Resources section of the book includes contact information for breed-related organizations and rescues, as well as practical guidance on traveling with dogs, identification, and locating qualified professionals to assist the dog owner, such as pet sitters, trainers, and boarding facilities. This information-packed Smart Owner’s Guide is fully indexed.

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