Beagle (Companionhouse Books),Used

Dedicated To The Irresistible Little Dog With A Big Nose And Personalitythe Beaglethis Smart Owner'S Guide, Created By The Editors At Dog Fancy Magazine, Offers The Most Uptodate And Accurate Information Every Dog Owner Needs To Become A Wellinformed Caregiver For Their Dog. Illustrated With Color Photographs Of Adorable Puppies And Handsome Adults, This Easytoread Primer Is Designed In A Modern, Lively Manner That Readers Will Find Userfriendly And Entertaining. Each Smart Owner'S Guide Offers A Description Of The Breed'S Character And Physical Conformation, Historical Overview, And Its Attributes As A Companion Dog. The Reader Will Find Informative Chapters On Everything They Need To Know About Acquiring, Raising, And Training This Remarkable Purebred Dog, Including: *Finding A Breeder And Selecting A Healthy, Sound Puppy *Preparing For The Puppy'S Homecoming, Shopping For Supplies, And Puppyproofing The Home *Housetraining *Veterinary And Home Health Maintenance *Feeding And Nutrition *Grooming *Obedience Training For Basic Cues (Sit, Stay, Heel, Come, Etc.) *Solving Potential Problem Behaviors (Barking, Chewing, Aggression, Jumping Up, Etc.) *Activities To Enjoy With The Dog, Including Showing, Agility, And Therapy Work *And More! Entertaining Tidbits And Smart Advice Fill Up Colorful Sidebars In Every Chapter. Reallife Heroes And Rescue Stories Are Retold In Fullpage Features. Recipes, Training, And Care Tips Are Highlighted In Feature Pages. The Resources Section Of The Book Includes Contact Information For Breedrelated Organizations And Rescues As Well As Practical Guidance On Traveling With Dogs, Identification, And Locating Qualified Professionals To Assist The Dog Owner, Such As Pet Sitters, Trainers, And Boarding Facilities. This Informationpacked Smart Owner'S Guide Is Fully Indexed. With 135 Photographs Of Dogs And Puppies.