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If you breed dogs for any reason, you must own this book. Genetic diseases are among the most serious hazards on the landscape of modern dog breeding and one of the most vexing challenges facing today's dog breeders. Is it appropriate to open the gene pool to unwanted conditions in the pursuit of physical perfection, or must breeding to the Standard take a back seat to producing healthy animals? In Control of Canine Genetic Diseases, renowned authority George A. Padgett, DVM, provides an expert road map to help dog breeders everywhere avoid the pitfalls they are almost destined to encounter. For anyone whose goal is to produce healthy, functional and beautiful dogs, this is the book they need. Dr. Padgett provides clear explanations of modes of inheritance, how to conduct and analyze test matings and how to lower the chances of producing affected animals. Numerous tables, diagrams and graphs further enhance the text to facilitate the breeder's understanding. A Howell Dog Book of Distinction

Offering comprehensive guidance for pet owners, this book provides essential information on maintaining puppy health, basic training techniques, and behavior correction. With numerous illustrations and photos, it serves as a practical resource for families looking to successfully integrate a puppy into their home and ensure a happy, healthy life for their new pet. Since its 1995 release, it has supported nearly 40,000 families in nurturing their furry companions.

With this book, any dog, whether purebred or mixed, can become a Canine Good Citizen. The Volhards' Motivational Method focuses on motivating both the owner and the dog, based on a deep understanding of learning processes and dog behavior. Since 1983, they have authored four major books on dog training and created instructional videos. This book offers comprehensive guidance on training any dog to achieve Canine Good Citizen status, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced dog owners. It empowers individuals to customize training according to each dog's unique character and temperament, explaining how these differences influence training approaches. The American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen program aims to promote responsible dog ownership in a way that is accessible for both dogs and their owners. This book serves a vital public service by encouraging participation in the program. Every dog can be a good citizen if their owners are committed to fostering responsible behavior, ensuring that dogs are enjoyable companions capable of handling everyday situations.

"Quite simply this is an excellent book. It is well-written, with snatches of dry humour. It should be mandatory reading for anybody who keeps a dog or has intentions of so doing." -R. W. F. Poole, Daily TelegraphHow do dogs perceive the world about them? How do they see, hear, learn, relate to their owners? How large are their brains, what is their emotional makeup? Why do they suffer from stress and how can it be coped with? Over the last few years a substantial body of knowledge has been built up about the psychology of dog behavior. Combining more than twenty years of practical experience as a veterinary clinician with a personal knowledge and understanding of the latest international research, Dr. Bruce Fogle has written the most inclusive and relevant book on how the canine mind works.

Beautiful renderings by world-renowned artist Maude Nilsson illustrate Poodle trims from around the world. They add even more pizzazz to this already heavily illustrated guide. Back by popular demand, Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference is a revamped version of the original classic that no groomer can be without.Authored by renowned expert Shirlee Kalstone and bursting with hundreds of photos and detailed step-by-step directions, this new edition promises to be even more of a boon to Poodle groomers and enthusiasts worldwide than the previous edition. Its thoroughly illustrated instructions guide you through* selecting the right equipment* caring for the coats of pet Poodles and show Poodles* basic clipping of the Poodle's feet, face, neck, tail, stomach and ears, as well as fashioning the perfect topknot with tips from the experts* setting the patterns for sanctioned show trims and popular pet trims* and many other Poodle grooming secrets and nuances