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Once you have been lucky enough to welcome a Dane into your family, there is no going back. These gentle giants need lots of affection and socialization. They are perfect family pets, and are fiercely protective of the young. Great with kids of all ages, they are patient, loving, and make great playmates.Whether you are selecting a new Great Dane puppy from a breeder or adopting a Great Dane from a rescue, The Complete Guide to Great Danes will help...
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Using interviews with 16 top Australian Shepherd breeders, author and respected Aussie breeder Kirsten Tardiff of Echolight Australian Shepherds has created an in-depth look at what it REALLY takes to successfully live with, raise, and train an Australian Shepherd. Covering all the Aussie-specific topics you NEED TO KNOW, such as: The unique characteristics and quirks of the Australian Shepherd breed Early training (including housebreaking) strategies...
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The Best Advice to Raise a Happy Healthy Dalmatian The Dalmatian offers: * Completely up-to-date resources, including top Web sites of interest to Dalmatian owners* Expert advice from Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist* An introduction to the exciting world of dog sports from Bardi McLennan, Dog Fancy magazine columnist* Quick access to everything you need to know about the health and well-being of your Dalmatian* Full-color...
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Also known as the Italian Mastiff, the Cane Corso is a large dog with a lot of love and affection for the family. However, they are also one of the best guard dog breeds. Like other guard dogs, their appearance is part of what makes the Cane Corso so intimidating. Its regal appearance hides the fact that this is a breed that can be incredibly playful. They also loath to be away from their family. There is no doubt that they make great guardians,...
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The Complete Guide to Corgis is intended for the busy new owner who needs to quickly and easily learn everything they NEED to know as they embark on Corgi ownership. This comprehensive guide answers every question you may have including: Is a Corgi right for me? What do I do now that I've brought home my Corgi? With its short legs and oversized facial features, the Corgi has become one of the cutest and most popular dog breeds in America today. Their...
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n The Complete Guide to Yorkshire Terriers you will learn all about the ideal nutrition for the breed, training strategies, traveling, breed-disposed diseases, grooming, dental care, preventative veterinary care, neutering, and senior care. All information is specific to Yorkshire Terriers and presented in easy-to-read but comprehensive detail, ensuring there is nothing left for you to wonder or worry about. Topics include:
Is a Yorkie the right dog...
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Do you think you've got what it takes to care for a Shih Tzu? They're one of the most popular non-shedding small breeds, but there's a lot to know before bringing one into your life. They can be a bit stubborn, but their big personality and loving nature makes up for it. A Shih Tzu is the ideal pet for anyone who needs a dog with a perfect balance between playful and lazy. In The Complete Guide to Shih Tzus you will learn everything you need to know...
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2011
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This is unquestionably the greatest sled dog story ever told and it has been told many times with one constant: the wrong dog gets the credit. But time has a way of sorting things out. Though Balto continues to be immortalized, where it matters most in the great state of Alaska, Seppala and Togo gain in stature with every year that passes.
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2004
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From Owney, the post office mongrel who traveled the world with as great a devotion to the mailbags as any human postal carrier, to Wolf, the less-than-perfect collie who wan't fine enough to compete in shows but was brave enough to thwart a thief despite being poisoned, these stories of loyalty, honor friendship and devotion are among the most moving and memorable you'll ever read.
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2008
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From his post on the curb across the street, Spot watched anxiusly. The captain was his master, and Spot loved him as only a dog can love a man. It is a law of the fire department in New York City that no mascot shall climb above the ground floor of a building. A dog might, in the smoke, trip up a man when to fall would mean to die.