Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Too many Pit Bull care books are filled with unrealistic scare tactics that would cause anyone to just give up, while others are filled with hand-me-down dog lore that has no basis in reality. You won't find any of that in Pit Bulls For Dummies. Here's a sampling of the handy information you'll find in this essential guide:
- Understanding the Pit Bull's origins and characteristics
- Caring for a puppy or older Pit Bull
- Keeping your dog healthy with diet and exercise
- Dealing with bad behavior: Biting, barking, jumping, and more
- Training your Pit Bull in the basics such as sit, stay, heel, and come
- Understanding Pit Bull body language
- Helping your dog become a social animal
Updates include:
- Recognizing myths about the breed
- Suggestions for navigating adoption options from shelters, online markets, and in-person sellers
- Positive training techniques
- Additional activities and games to play with your Pit Bull
- Discussion on feeding challenges and solutions
Synopsis
The good, the bad, and the snugly about your new best friend
No breed of dog is the subject of more extreme feelings--both good and bad--than the Pit Bull. Man-eating monster or heroic nanny-dog: What's the real story? Are Pit Bulls the very best breed for kids? (Not always.) Is it all in how you raise them? (Not totally). Will they lick you to death? (Absolutely )
In the fully updated 2nd Edition of Pit Bulls For Dummies, Dr. Caroline Coile--Dog Writer's Association of America Hall of Famer and former Pit Bull owner--sniffs out the reality behind the myth, rips through the dogma that both vilifies and sanctifies this unique family of dogs, helps you find the best source for your new family member, and shows you the latest and greatest ways to raise, train, and live with your own partying Pit Bull and reap the rewards of happy canine companionship for years to come.
Understand your Pit Bull's origins and characteristics Decide if a Pit Bull is for you Evaluate Pit Bull sources, whether adopting, rescuing, or buying Care for all ages, from puppies to older dogs Deal with bad behavior Socialize your new dog
Follow the advice in this book and help show the world that well-brought-up Pit Bulls are some of the most charming, companionable, and fun-to-be-around dogs out there--enjoy