Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Your Happy Healthy Pet, with DVD

* Updated coverage: Comprehensive guidance and information for the Corgi owner. From understanding the breed behaviors and characteristics to choosing the right pup to grooming, feeding, and training, readers will have an all-encompassing guide.

* Assured quality: This book is ideal for a new dog owner. The all-new full-color photos create its visual appeal; the sturdy hardcover and preprinted cases produce functionality.

* Author expertise: The Happy Healthy Pet books are written by respected and established authors. Information is readable and to-the-point and presented in an easy-to-follow format.

The 30-minute dog training DVD is a perfect complement to this new edition. The DVD is made precisely for owners of medium sized dog breeds; it covers the training approach, practical commands like heeling and staying, correcting inappropriate behaviors like jumping up and chewing, fun tricks like shaking and rolling over, and a bonus chapter. This bonus chapter is unique because it is breed-specific-- a Corgi owner will learn specifically about the personality traits and habits that are characteristic of Corgis. This kind of breed-specific coverage enables owners to cater their training, care, and attention to their Corgi.

Chapter 1: What Is a Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

The Breed Standard.

Chapter 2: The History of Welsh Corgis.

Separate Histories.

What’s a Corgi?

Coming off the Farm.

The Trip to America.

Pembrokes Today.

Chapter 3: Why Choose a Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

Energy and Activity.

Corgi Character.

Corgis and Other Animals.

Corgis and Kids.

The Size Factor.

Chapter 4: Choosing Your Very Own Corgi.

Reputable Breeders.

Which Pup for Me?

Adding an Adult Corgi.

Part II: Caring for Your Corgi.

Chapter 5: Bringing Home Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

The Crate—a Room of His Own.

Puppy Essentials.

Choosing Toys and Chewies.

Outdoor Safety.

Puppy-Proofing Your Home.

Meeting Other Pets.

Establish a Routine.

Chapter 6: Feeding Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

The Essentials.

Choosing a Dog Food.

Fresh Foods and Homemade Diets.

Reading Dog Food Labels.

Feeding During Different Stages.

The Chubby Corgi.

Foods to Avoid.

Chapter 7: Grooming Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Basic Combing and Brushing.

External Parasites.

Making Your Environment Flea Free.

Shedding.

Managing a Fluffy.

Other Weekly Chores.

Nail Detail.

Bath Time.

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi Healthy.

Selecting a Veterinarian.

Internal Parasites.

Problems That Affect Corgis.

When Your Corgi Seems Sick.

When to Call the Veterinarian.

Emergencies and First Aid.

How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit.

Part III: Enjoying Your Corgi.

Chapter 9: Training Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Understanding Builds the Bond.

Practical Commands for Family Pets.

Training for Attention.

Teaching Cooperation.

Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Your Housetraining Shopping List.

The First Day.

Confine Your Pup.

Watch Your Pup.

Accidents Happen.

Scheduling Basics.

Appendix: Learning More About Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Index.