German Shepherds for Dummies - Softcover

Coile, D. Caroline

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764552805 ISBN 13: 9780764552809

Publisher: For Dummies, 2000

Synopsis

Everybody thinks they know the German Shepherd. Many of us grew up with Rin Tin Tin, or we saw German Shepherds in nightly news reports breaking up riots, or we saw them in neighbors’ backyards protecting children. But that only scratches the surface of one of the most fascinating and confusing breeds on earth. Whether it’s selection, nutrition, routine health care, training, competition, or just having fun, there’s more to it with a German Shepherd than with other breeds. And if you’re thinking about adding one to your family, or you already have one, you need to know all you can about this breed. Which is where German Shepherds For Dummies comes in.

Is this noble and intelligent breed the right dog for you and your family? German Shepherds For Dummies provides the answer to this and all your questions about getting, caring for, and living with this loveable breed. Lifelong German Shepherd owner and longtime German Shepherd breeder, trainer, and exhibitor, Carline Coile, PhD ,gets you up and running with what you need to know to:

• Find and communicate with reputable breeders
• Choose the right German Shepherd for you
• Housebreak and socialize your new puppy
• Educate yourself and your dog
• Handle behavioral problems
• Participate in competitions

Dr. Coile provides insights into the German Shepherd temperament and loads of sensible, easy-to-follow advice, along with fun facts and Shepherd trivia, amusing and informative anecdotes, and tips on how to have a great time with your dog. Discover how to:

• Understand how to communicate with your German Shepherd
• Train your German Shepherd
• Find a good trainer and attend classes
• Deal with hereditary health problems
• Feed and exercise your German Shepherd
• Recognize, prevent and treat common health problems
• Have loyal friend for life

The indispensable guide for you and your German Shepherd, German Shepherds For Dummies is the only book you’ll need to help you have the best possible experience with this handsome and sensitive breed of dog.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Find out about your German Shepherd's special needs

Get the lowdown on keeping your dog healthy and content

Loyal and intelligent, the German Shepherd has a long history as a working dog and as a family companion. This fun and friendly book provides insights into the German Shepherd temperament, sensible advice on taking care of and training your dog, tips on participating in a variety of dog competitions, and much more.

The Dummies Way™

Explanations in plain English
"Get in, get out" information
Icons and other navigational aids
Online cheat sheet
Top ten lists
A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

Choose the right German Shepherd for you
Acclimate your puppy to his new home
Educate yourself and your dog
Maintain good health through proper exercise and diet
Handle behavioral problems

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About the Author:

D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D., is an enthusiastic dog breeder and exhibitor. She is the author of 17 dog books and many dog-related magazine articles.

About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0764552805
• ISBN 13: 9780764552809
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 288