Synopses & Reviews
Despite their gruff facial appearance, Bulldogs generally get along very well with children and other dogs. Because of their short muzzles, Bulldogs are sometimes prone to breathing problems. The titles in
BarronÂ's Dog Bibles series provide detailed information on specific breeds--their traits, history, behavior characteristics, and recommended training methods. Prospective buyers are instructed on what to look for when choosing a puppy, how breed-specific traits influence the relationship between dog and owner, and potential health problems to look out for in specific breeds. Each book also includes detailed information and advice on:
Everyday canine care, grooming, and exercise Nutrition and health maintenance Training and play activities
Sidebars appear throughout the pages of each book with breed facts, helpful hints, and quick tips on training. A hidden spiral binding ensures that the book will stay open and flat at any desired page. The DVD enclosed with each book presents an informal dog training course for new owners. It describes house training methods, walking dogs on a leash, and teaching obedience to hand signals and vocal commands. More than 150 color photos.
Synopsis
Widely respected by dog experts, B.E.S. Dog Bibles present veterinarian-approved advice and information on all aspects of canine care.
This fact-packed guide focuses on Bulldogs, a breed that generally gets along well with children and other dogs. However, due to their short muzzles, Bulldogs are sometimes prone to breathing problems - a topic covered in this book First-time dog owners will learn what they should look for when choosing a puppy. They'll also find detailed descriptions of Bulldog traits, history, behavior characteristics, potential health problems, and recommended training methods, as well as information on how breed-specific traits can influence the relationship between dog and owner.
Books in this series have hidden spiral bindings and feature many attractive and informative color photos. The accompanying DVD provides an informal dog training course that has proved especially enlightening to new owners.
Choose B.E.S. Dog Bibles because:
- Veterinarian-approved advice and information
- Detailed descriptions of Bulldog traits and behaviors
- Spiral binding and well-designed pages make for easy referencing
- Covers topics from adoption to training
- Tips for socializing and housetraining methods to try
- Includes DVD with informal dog training course
Synopsis
(back cover)
Is There a Bulldog in Your Future?
Whether you just purchased a Bulldog or are planning to get one, this book will start you off on the right track. Canine expert Phil Maggitti describes the BulldogÂ's physical traits, history, and behavior characteristics, and instructs you on training your new pet.
Veterinarian-approved advice on
What to look for when choosing a puppy How to recognize and understand your dogÂ's breed-specific traits What you should know about keeping your dog healthy, including awareness of potential breed-specific health problems How to train your dog and enjoy his company in play activities
Extra features include sidebars with fun facts, breed truths, helpful hints, and an enclosed BONUS DVD that presents methods for housetraining, teaching obedience using hand signals and vocal commands, and more.
Filled with color photos
BONUS DVD
ENCLOSED
Train Your Dog