Synopses & Reviews
The Happy Healthy Pet series contains more pet-specific care information than any other books of its kind on the market. Breed experts write about not just the history and temperament of the pet, but about specific illnesses the pet is prone to, and what the feeding and grooming requirements are of that specific animal. Besides breed experts, the dog books contain chapters by renowned professionals Dr. Ian Dunbar (a behaviorist, trainer, veterinarian and author) and Bardi McLennan (a longtime contributor to Dog Fancy magazine). The books are full of info-packed tips and sidebars as well as nearly 100 professional-quality color photographs per title. They are designed to be enjoyable to read and easy to learn from.A favorite of hunters and homebodies.
Synopsis
At last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training and companionship! You'll not only learn about the specie-specific traits of your special pet, you'll also learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective; how to feed, groom and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together. The English Springer Spaniel is written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist Bardi McLennan.
Synopsis
At last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training and companionship! You'll not only learn about the specie-specific traits of your special pet, you'll also learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective; how to feed, groom and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together. The English Springer Spaniel is written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist Bardi McLennan.
About the Author
CAROL and DON CALLAHAN purchased their first English Springer Spaniel in 1960 as a hunting companion. Both are now AKC judges of Springers and are active in showing and obedience competition.
Table of Contents
PART ONE: Welcome to the World of the English Springer Spaniel.
1. What Is an English Springer Spaniel?
2. The English Springer Spaniel's Ancestry.
3. The World According to the English Springer Spaniel.
PART TWO: Living with an English Springer Spaniel.
4. Bringing Your English Springer Spaniel Home.
5. Feeding Your English Springer Spaniel.
6. Grooming Your English Springer Spaniel.
7. Keeping Your English Springer Spaniel Healthy.
PART THREE: Enjoying Your Dog.
8. Basic Training (Ian Dunbar, Ph.D., MRCVS).
9. Getting Active with Your Dog (Bardi McLennan).
10. Your Dog and Your Family (Bardi McLennan).
11. Your Dog and Your Community (Bardi McLennan).
PART FOUR: Beyond the Basics.
12. Recommended Reading.
13. Resources.