Dog Care Guide Book


	Dog Care Guide Book A Complete and Free Guide to Dogs If you've been looking for essential dog information, you've come to the right place. Using step-by-step instructions and fun diagrams and illustrations, The Dog Owner's Manual covers hundreds of frequently asked questions. Authored by a Vet Whether you have serious concerns or simple questions, you'll find the answers here courtesy of renowned veterinarian Dr. David Brunner and acclaimed author Sam Stall. Together, they provide useful advice for both new and experienced dog owners, in a unique and lighthearted style similar to what you'd find in "operating instructions" for a car or computer. Dive In to Any Chapter Introduction: Welcome to the Dog Manual Chapter 1: A Brief History of Dogs Chapter 2: Preparing Your Home For Your New Dog Chapter 3: Verbal Cues and Dog Body Language Chapter 4: Dog Socialization Chapter 5: Managing Dog Weight Chapter 6: Dog Grooming Chapter 7: Puppies from Birth to 8 Weeks Chapter 8: Selecting the Right Veterinarian for Your Dog Chapter 9: Contagious Diseases in Dogs: Rabies Appendix: Common Dog Problems: Dog Consumes Something Indigestible Explore the Chapters and Sections Table of Contents Introduction Intro: Dog Owner's Manual Dog Body Basics Intelligence of Dogs A Dog's Life Span Choosing a Dog A Brief History of Dogs Dog Varieties Selecting the Right Dog Breed Where to Find a Dog Checklists for Meeting a Puppy or Dog Bringing Your Dog Home Intro: Bringing Your Dog Home Preparing the Home for a Dog Recommended Dog Accessories Dog Collars and Tags Initial Introduction to Dogs or Puppies Dogs Interacting With Children Dogs Interacting With Other Dogs Dogs Interacting With Cats Your Dog's First Night at Home Selecting a Name for Your Dog Daily Interaction With Your Dog Dog Verbal Cues and Body Language Dogs and Human Speech Dog Sleep Patterns Dog Exercise and Fitness Time in the Yard With Your Dog Crate Training for Dogs Housebreaking Your Dog Canine Travel Dog Behavior & Training Overview of Basic Dog Habits Dog Training Training Dogs for Home and Personal Defense Dog Contests Dog Food & Nutrition How to Feed Your Dog Managing the Dog's Weight Weight Reduction for Dogs Dog Grooming Intro: Dog Grooming Understanding Your Dog's Coat Overview of Dog Hair Varieties General Coat Maintenance for Dogs Selecting a Professional Dog Groomer Removing Mats and Tangles From Your Dog Bathing Your Dog Taking Care of Your Dog's Ears Taking Care of Your Dog's Eyes Taking Care of Your Dog's Teeth Taking Care of Your Dog's Anal Glands Taking Care of Your Dog's Nails Removing Particles From Your Dog's Coat Dog Growth & Development Puppy Growth Stages Teeth Development in Dogs Dog Diet Requirements Sexual Maturity in Dogs Spaying and Neutering Your Dog Calculating Age in "Dog Years" Old Age in Dogs A Dog's Final Days Dog Health Care Selecting a Veterinarian for Your Dog Dog Checkups at Home Taking Your Dog to the Veterinarian Potentially Major Health Issues in Dogs Minor Health Issues in Dogs Creating a Dog First Aid Kit Human Medications and Dogs Giving Your Dog Pills Measuring Your Dog's Heart Rate Measuring Your Dog's Core Temperature Canine Reproduction Emergency Care For Your Dog Contagious Diseases in Dogs Chronic Diseases in Dogs Hereditary Diseases in Dogs Allergies in Dogs Poisons and Dogs Dog Trauma Internal Parasites in Dogs External Parasites and Dogs Behavioral/Psychological Disorders in Dogs Emergency Transport Techniques for Dogs Giving Your Dog the Heimlich Maneuver Artificial Respiration and CPR for Dogs Pet Insurance for Dogs Appendix Common Dog Problems and Solutions Dog Resource Organizations Glossary of Dog Terms The Dog Owner's Manual is published by Quirk Books.


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