Shiba Inus (Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) - Softcover

Payton, Laura

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764147439 ISBN 13: 9780764147432

Publisher: Sourcebooks Trade, 2012

Synopsis

This bold and courageous canine was originally bred in Japan to hunt small game in mountainous areas. The Shiba is an active breed that makes both an excellent watchdog and a loyal companion. This book, an updated addition to Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series, advises on all aspects health care, caging, training, nutrition, behavior, and more. Written primarily for prospective and inexperienced pet owners, as well as for older children who are learning about responsible pet care, Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals present basic pet care information. The many titles in this series cover all popular dog and cat breeds, bird varieties, hamsters and other small caged animals, aquarium fish varieties, terrarium pets, and even reptiles, amphibians, and exotics. Each title features approximately 70 color photos and advises on acquiring an animal, housing, feeding, health care--and, where applicable, grooming and training.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

(back cover)
Information and advice to help you take good care of your Shiba Inu

The typical Shiba Inu: origins, physical traits, temperament, and more
Expert advice: feeding, health care, training, grooming, exercise, and play activities
Understanding your Shiba Inu: recognizing vocal and body language

Step-by-step instruction for everyday care

Informative and attractive sidebars

Filled with handsome color photos

(picture caption)
This courageous canine was originally bred in Japan. He makes an excellent watchdog as well as a loyal companion.

About this edition

• Publisher: Sourcebooks Trade
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0764147439
• ISBN 13: 9780764147432
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96