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The Cocker Spaniel has been making her way into the hearts and homes of American families for generations. She's admired for her luxurious coat, her dark, soulful eyes, and those adorable crimped ears. The smallest of the hunting spaniels, the Cocker is a spectacular companion dog who can bring years of merriment, playfulness, and devotion to her beloved human family.Packed with full-color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your best friend even better. Inside, you'll find: Characteristics to look for when choosing a Cocker SpanielA list of supplies you'll need before you bring your Cocker homeAdvice on grooming, feeding, and trainingA reproducible pet-sitter chart to keep track of important informationA bonus DVD shows you that educating your Cocker Spaniel positively is easier and more fun than you think. You'll learn how to teach your furry friend basic commands and tricks, correct inappropriate behaviors, and understand her unique personality.

As one of America's best-loved icons, Snoopy helped catapult the Beagle to the top of the AKC's most-registered list in the 1950s, where he proudly remains more than half a century later. The Beagle is a marvelous little creature with a natural appeal and inner beauty all his own. His gentle and pleading eyes are a window to his soul, and his kind, fun-loving nature makes him a wonderful family pet.Packed with full-color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your best friend even better. Inside, you'll find:Characteristics to look for when choosing a BeagleA list of supplies you'll need before you bring him homeAdvice on grooming, feeding, and trainingA reproducible pet-sitter chart to keep track of important information

Your Happy Healthy Pet30-minute training DVD contains bonus material specifically for your Bulldog! Dog behavioral trainer Peggy Moran shows you how properly training your Bulldog makes your best friend a Happy Healthy Pet for life.The Bulldog is the embodiment of tenacity, courage, and strength. It's no wonder he's one of the most popular mascots for colleges, universities, and sporting teams in the world--not to mention his most esteemed position as mascot of the U.S. Marine Corps. But the Bulldog is more than a thick-set tough guy. With his silly nature, perpetually wiggling body, and signature smile, he is also a devoted companion and trustworthy family dog who is as affectionate as he is strong. Packed with full-color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your best friend even better. Inside, you'll find: Characteristics to look for when choosing a BulldogA list of supplies you'll need before you bring him homeAdvice on grooming, feeding, and training A reproducible pet-sitter chart to keep track of important informationA bonus DVD shows you that educating your Bulldog positively is easier and more fun than you think. You'll learn how to teach your furry friend basic commands and tricks, correct inappropriate behaviors, and understand his unique personality.

Your Happy Healthy Pet30-minute large-breed dog training DVD contains bonus material specifically for your Golden Retriever! Author and dog behavioral trainer Peggy Moran shows you how properly training your Golden Retriever makes your best friend a "Happy Healthy Pet" for life.The Golden Retriever is a trustworthy friend, a capable sporting dog, an enthusiastic obedience and performance competitor, and a devoted assistance dog. Her tolerance, sensitivity, intelligence, and playfulness make her an ideal companion for just about any type of family. The Golden truly is a dog to treasure--from her eager eyes and human-like smile down to her feathered, wagging tail.Packed with full-color photographs, this fun and practical guide gives you everything you need to make your relationship with your best friend even better. Inside, you'll find: Characteristics to look for when choosing a Golden RetrieverA list of supplies you'll need before you bring her homeAdvice on grooming, feeding, and trainingA reproducible pet-sitter chart to keep track of important informationA bonus DVD shows you that educating your Golden Retriever positively is easier and more fun than you think. You'll learn how to teach your furry friend basic commands and tricks, correct inappropriate behaviors, and understand her unique personality.

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs?now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!With their interesting shells and slow, deliberate demeanors, turtles are intriguing creatures. The more you know about turtles, the more fascinated you'll be as you watch your pet enjoy life in the slow lane. With colorful photos, charts, and tables, this guide covers the basics, including:Choosing your turtle--terrestrial or aquaticSetting up a tank with the right environmentEssential equipment and suppliesMaintaining the proper temperature, lighting, and humidityFeeding and caring for your turtle

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Chihuahuas are little dogs with big personalities. Adorable and affectionate, feisty and fearless, they're equally comfortable snuggling in your lap or stalking intruders. Always on the alert, they make great watchdogs. With their sassy expressions and amusing antics, Chis are great companions and they're travel-size, so you can take them with you! This guide helps you with advice on: Characteristics to look forGetting ready to bring your Chi homeFeeding and groomingHealthcare and common problemsTraining and enjoying your pint-size companionBonus chapters available on companion Web site

Your Happy Healthy PetThe authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are equally at home in a castle or a condo, the city or the country. Elegant in appearance but energetic and affectionate in nature, they're the perfect companions for families with children, empty nesters, or retirees. This guide covers: Choosing your CavalierThings you'll need to make your pup feel at homeFeeding and grooming, including combing and checking the trademark earsHealthcare and the importance of regular exerciseTraining and housetraining your CavalierBonus chapters available on companion Web siteLively, yet loving, your Cavalier will enjoy keeping you company, whether that entails bustling beside you on a walk or snuggling cozily on your lap!

Your Happy Healthy PetThe authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!Powerful, but affectionate. Enthusiastic and fun, but hard working. Playful, yet provocative. Exceptionally intelligent, but sometimes comical. American Pit Bull Terriers are among the most beloved dogs as well as the most misunderstood, feared, and despised. This guide fills you in on the breed's needs and attributes, covering: The distinction between the American Pit Bull Terrier and the "generic" pit bullTraits to look for in choosing your petThings you'll need to make your pup feel at homeFeeding, grooming, and healthcareThe importance of positive yet firm training, socialization, and supervision around kidsBonus chapters available on companion Web siteProvide guidance for American Pit Bull Terrier and you will have a loyal companion for life.

The authoritative information and advice you need, illustratedthroughout with full-color photographs-now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Originally bred as badger hunters, Dachshunds today are among the world's favorite family pets-clever, inquisitive, fun-loving dogs who are a joy to own. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Dachshund, including: An in-depth look at the Dachshund temperament The fascinating history of the breed Tips for selecting a Dachshund puppy or adult dog Pointers on feeding, grooming, and health Savvy advice on housebreaking and basic training Bonus chapter available on companion web site

Your Happy Healthy Pet The authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs?now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly! Once the favorite pet of the Chinese imperial court, the Shih Tzu today is a perennially popular companion dog--playful, affectionate, and irresistibly cuddly. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Shih Tzu, including: An in-depth look at the Shih Tzu temperamentThe fascinating history of the breedTips for selecting a Shih Tzu puppy or adult dogPointers on feeding, grooming, and healthSavvy advice on housebreaking and basic trainingBonus chapters

Your Happy Healthy PetThe authoritative information and advice you need, illustrated throughout with full-color photographs--now revised and redesigned to be even more reader-friendly!A little dog with a big personality, the Yorkshire Terrier is among today's most popular canine companions, renowned for his energy, intelligence, and spirit. This updated guide gives you all the information you need to understand, select, train, and care for a Yorkie, including:* An in-depth look at the Yorkie temperament* The fascinating history of the breed * Tips for selecting a Yorkie puppy or adult dog* Pointers on feeding, grooming, and health* Savvy advice on housebreaking and basic training* Bonus chapters available on companion web site

Smart and outgoing, parrots are the chosen bird of people who want a feathered cohort.An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that's reliable, up-to-date, and complete. These guides feature:* Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topics* Full-color photos throughout* Basic information on the breed, species, or topic* Complete coverage of care, health, grooming, training, and more* Tips and techniques to make life with a pet more rewarding

At last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training and companionship! You'll not only learn about the specie-specific traits of your special pet, you'll also learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective; how to feed, groom and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together.The Siberian Husky is written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist Bardi McLennan.Best of all, the book is filled with info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet easy and enjoyable.

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that's reliable, up-to-date, and complete. These guides feature:* Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topics* Full-color photos throughout* Basic information on the breed, species, or topic* Complete coverage of care, health, grooming, training, and more* Tips and techniques to make life with a pet more rewarding