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German Spitz (Comprehensive Owner's Guide),Used
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A rare breed in America, the German Spitz is one of Europes most beloved companion breeds whose popularity in the States has been eclipsed by three spinoffsthe Pomeranian, Keeshond, and American Eskimo Dog. Like those three smiling descendants, the German Spitz is a happygolucky, lighthearted companion, ranging in size from Toy (7 inches) to Giant (18 inches), and occurring in all colors and patterns. Owners prize the breed for its fun personality, keen intelligence, and hardy constitution. The opening chapter of this Comprehensive Owners Guide is dedicated to the history of this breed, tracing its origins from the Peat Dogs of the Stone Age to its rise to favor in Victorian England to its spread throughout Europe and modernday England. The chapter on the breeds characteristics paints a portrait of this affable, attractive dog, ideal for a family with children, that requires very little of its owners other than grooming, exercise, and lots of love. This fullcolor edition, written by British dog expert Juliette Cunliffe, is the only book currently available on this terrific companion breed.New owners will welcome the wellprepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppyproofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as housetraining, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 fullcolor photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The authors advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most wellmannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides uptodate detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.
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