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    The Everything Poodle Book: A complete guide to raising, training, and caring for your poodle

    The Everything Poodle Book: A complete guide to raising, training, and caring for your poodle

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    by Janine Adams

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      ISBN-13: 9781605504742
    • Publisher: Adams Media
    • Publication date: 08/06/2004
    • Series: Everything
    • Sold by: SIMON & SCHUSTER
    • Format: eBook
    • Pages: 304
    • File size: 2 MB

    Janine Adams is the author of four books and more than 100 articles on pet-related topics. She is a member of the Dog Writers Association of America and an associate member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.

    Table of Contents

    Poodle Breed Specificationsv
    Introductionxiii
    Chapter 1Meet the Poodle1
    Poodle Popularity1
    A Brief History of the Poodle2
    The AKC Breed Standard3
    The Work of the Poodle8
    Special Needs of the Poodle9
    Chapter 2Looking for a Poodle13
    Is the Poodle Right for You?13
    Poodles and Other Pets15
    Poodles and Children16
    Who Will Care for Your Poodle?17
    Where to Look for Your Poodle17
    Places to Avoid21
    Chapter 3Choosing a Poodle25
    Which Variety?25
    Puppy or Adult?27
    What Color?29
    Male or Female?32
    Poodle Mixes32
    Picking a Poodle Puppy33
    Choosing an Adult Poodle36
    Chapter 4Reputable Breeders37
    What Is a Reputable Breeder?37
    Finding a Reputable Breeder38
    Questions to Ask the Breeder39
    Questions to Expect the Breeder to Ask You40
    Health Certifications41
    Your Poodle's Papers43
    Chapter 5Preparing for Your New Poodle49
    Puppy (and Dog) Proofing Your Home49
    Choosing a "Safe Area"54
    Where Will Your Poodle Sleep?54
    Poodle Necessities55
    Your Poodle's Crate59
    Your Poodle's Exercise Pen60
    Choosing a Veterinarian61
    Chapter 6Bringing Your Poodle Home63
    Planning Ahead63
    Avoid Bad Timing64
    Shipping Your Puppy Home65
    Visiting the Veterinarian66
    Arriving Home68
    Naming Your Poodle69
    Introductions Among Pets70
    What to Do at Bedtime73
    Chapter 7Housetraining75
    Management Is Key75
    Crate Training77
    The Long-Term Confinement Area80
    Establishing a Potty Spot82
    Dealing with Accidents84
    Housetraining an Adult Dog86
    Relapses in Housetraining87
    Chapter 8Basic Nutrition89
    Essential Nutrients89
    Commercial Foods92
    Home-Prepared Diets94
    Choosing a Food96
    Understanding the Label97
    How and When to Feed99
    What about Supplements?100
    Table Scraps100
    Tempting Treats101
    Maintaining the Right Weight102
    Chapter 9Basic Health Care105
    Spaying and Neutering105
    Vaccinations107
    Parasite Prevention112
    The Home Health Check116
    How to Give Your Poodle Medication117
    Holistic Care118
    Chapter 10Grooming Basics121
    Poodle Clips121
    Pros and Cons of Home Grooming123
    Selecting a Professional Groomer124
    Brushing and Combing126
    Bathing and Drying127
    Trimming Nails128
    Anal Sacs131
    Cleaning and Plucking Ears132
    Dental Hygiene132
    Chapter 11Common Illnesses and Injuries135
    What's Normal?135
    When Do You Need to Visit a Vet?136
    Relieving Poodle Allergies138
    Cuts and Scrapes141
    Dealing with Foxtails141
    Relief from Hot Spots142
    Lumps and Bumps143
    Gastrointestinal Problems143
    Ear Infections145
    Lameness or Limping146
    Chapter 12Emergency Health Care149
    Being Prepared for an Emergency149
    How to Muzzle Your Poodle151
    Restraining Your Injured Poodle152
    How to Move an Injured Dog153
    Performing CPR on Your Poodle154
    The Heimlich Maneuver156
    Dealing with Emergencies157
    Chapter 13Congenital and Hereditary Diseases163
    Bloat and Torison163
    Blood Problems165
    Endocrine Diseases167
    Idiopathic Epilepsy169
    Eye Problems171
    Juvenile Renal Disease172
    Orthopedic Problems173
    Sebaceous Adenitis175
    Chapter 14What Every Good Dog Should Know177
    Why Every Poodle Needs Training177
    Should You Enroll in Training Classes?177
    Finding the Right Trainer178
    Reward, Don't Punish180
    Using a Clicker181
    Training Your Poodle to Sit183
    Teaching "Down"184
    Teaching Your Poodle to Come186
    Teaching "Stay"189
    Teaching "Walk Nicely on Leash"191
    Chapter 15Teaching Manners193
    Taking Charge193
    Setting Rules195
    No Jumping on People196
    Off the Furniture198
    Go to Your Bed/Place199
    Leave It/Drop It200
    Chapter 16Socializing Your Poodle203
    In Your Home203
    Out in the World204
    Preventing Separation Anxiety205
    Socializing an Adult Poodle206
    Helping the Shy Poodle206
    Play Dates207
    Dog Park Etiquette208
    Riding in Cars209
    Becoming Accustomed to New Situations210
    Chapter 17Behavior Challenges213
    Basic Tenets of Problem Solving213
    Setting Your Poodle Up for Success214
    Redirecting Improper Behavior214
    Dealing with Specific Behavior Problems215
    Working with a Behaviorist223
    Chapter 18Competitive Obedience225
    About Traditional Obedience Trials225
    Novice Competition227
    The Open Level of Competition229
    Utility Competition232
    Rally Obedience233
    The Canine Good Citizen Test235
    Chapter 19Other Sports for Poodles237
    Conformation Shows237
    Agility Events241
    Field Work243
    Freestyle Routines244
    Other Activities245
    Special Considerations for Canine Athletes247
    Chapter 20Traveling with Your Poodle249
    The Importance of Identification249
    Staying in a Hotel250
    Car Travel251
    Leaving on a Jet Plane255
    Traveling Abroad257
    Leaving Your Poodle Behind258
    Chapter 21The Senior Poodle261
    What Is Old?261
    The Senior Health Exam262
    Nutrition for the Older Dog263
    Problems of Aging265
    Keeping Your Old Poodle Comfortable271
    When to Say Goodbye272
    Appendix AOrganizations274
    Appendix BBooks, Magazines, and Web Sites276
    Index281

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    Did you know that the poodle ranks among the top ten breeds in America? It comes as no surprise when you consider their lovable personalities and easily trainable temperament. Poodles are known for being intelligent, loyal dogs who make great family pets and companions. Written by pet writer and poodle owner Janine Adams, The Everything Poodle Book is your definitive guide to learning how to care for your dog from puppyhood into adulthood. Complete with tips for training your dog to basic health care information, this book gives you all the essential facts you need to understand your pet's needs.

    The Everything Poodle Book helps you:

    • Train and socialize your poodle
    • Teach effective discipline
    • Choose a veterinarian
    • Develop a balanced diet and exercise routine
    • Identify common health problems
    With these tips, your poodle will be on its way to an active, healthy lifestyle!

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