Synopses & Reviews
These tiny dogs make great companions for apartment dwellers. Yorkies are invariably affectionate with their masters, but unless properly socialized they are often inclined to bark at strangers. The titles in
Barron'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
The definitive beginner's guide to owning a Yorkshire Terrier
Affectionate, loyal, and adorable, these tiny dogs make great companions for homeowners and apartment dwellers alike. But while Yorkies are invariably affectionate with their masters, training and socializing is key. Dr. Caroline Coile's Yorkshire Terriers is the go-to dog guide for anyone looking to adopt a Yorkie. From discussing their traits, history, behavior, and training methods, this dog book has it all. New pet owners will learn what to look for when choosing a puppy, what breed-specific traits to expect, how to build a relationship between dog and owner, and potential health problems to look out for. This book also includes detailed information and advice on:
- Everyday canine care, dog grooming, and exercise
- Nutrition and health
- Puppy training and play activities
Perfect for prospective and new pet owners, this dog training book includes over 150 color photos and sidebars with breed facts, helpful hints, and quick tips on training.
Includes a DVD that covers house training, leash training, and teaching obedience with hand signals and voice commands
Synopsis
(back cover)
Is There a Yorkshire Terrier in Your Future?
Whether you just purchased a Yorkie or are planning to get one, this book will start you off on the right track. Canine expert D. Caroline Coile describes the Yorkshire Terrier'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 dog'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