Purebred Rescue Dog Adoption

Author : Liz Palika
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470359792

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Purebred Rescue Dog Adoption by Liz Palika Pdf

An inspiring, realistic guide to adopting purebred rescues Each year, millions of purebred dogs are given up by their owners for a varietyof reasons. Thanks to the recovery and rehabilitative efforts of rescueorganizations, many of these dogs are saved--and go on to become extraordinarycompanion animals. Now, Purebred Rescue Dog Adoption helps you decide ifadopting a purebred rescue dog is right for you. Professional dog trainer andpurebred rescue expert Liz Palika explains how to locate local and nationalrescue groups, what you can expect in the adoption process--and from your rescuedog--and how to help your dog make a successful transition to your "foreverhome." Palika also helps you: * Choose whether to adopt a puppy or an adult, male or female * Prepare your house, yard and family for the new arrival * Handle housetraining with care * Teach your adoptee how to behave with other people * Understand and work through problem behaviors * Get involved with purebred dog rescue yourself Complete with a list of up-to-date Internet resources,Purebred Rescue Dog Adoption tells you just what you need to know to make theright match while saving a dog--and feel wonderful about it!

Author : Liz Palika
Publisher : Macmillan General Reference
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Pets
ISBN : 0876057377

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Save that Dog! by Liz Palika Pdf

Here is the first new book to deal specifically with purebred rescue: what it is, how it differs from shelter adoptions, what to expect, & how to handle the dog when it comes home. Features heartwarming profiles of successful adoptions.

Author : Nona Kilgore Bauer
Publisher : TFH Publications
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1998-01-08
Category : Pets
ISBN : 0793804949

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Adopting a Great Dog by Nona Kilgore Bauer Pdf

Author : Sue Sternberg
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470361726

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Successful Dog Adoption by Sue Sternberg Pdf

Expert guidance in choosing the right dog -the first time Written by a renowned expert in shelter adoption, Successful Dog Adoption delivers all the information you need to find the perfect dog at a shelter and make him part of your family. In easy-to-understand language, Sue Sternberg helps you decide if you're ready to adopt by evaluating your reasons and translating them into what you should look for in a particular dog. She shows you how to find a reputable shelter, prepare for the adoption process, and work with shelter personnel to make sure they have appropriately screened their dogs. You'll also learn about "rescue" dogs and why one might be right for you. This practical guide covers all the vital issues you need to consider when adopting-choosing a male or female, a puppy or an adult; identifying fearful dogs or dogs who will bite; and seeking out a dog with the ideal temperament. Featured here are detailed tests and observations used by professionals to ascertain the temperament and compatibility of shelter dogs-now made available to the public for the first time. You'll discover how to determine risk factors in an unknown dog, gauge a dog's potential reaction to guests and strangers, and predict the compatibility level when you add another dog to your household. This book also offers invaluable advice on training your new pet, including guidance in housebreaking, selecting a training class, and helping a dog who gets carsick or doesn't like to be home alone. And, if you still experience difficulties with your dog, Sternberg gently discusses the steps you can take. Authoritative and friendly, Successful Dog Adoption is the one-stop guide for finding your own "superdog"-and keeping the dog-owner relationship fresh and rewarding for years to come.

Author : Barbara Curtiss
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2001-06-19
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780595185597

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To the Rescue by Barbara Curtiss Pdf

TO THE RESCUE showcases a few of the thousands of dedicated volunteers who respond responsibly when they become aware of a dog of their chosen breed needing help. Good Breed Rescue is a response not just from the heart, but also from knowledge, experience, planning, and good organization. Here rescuers illustrate the variety of circumstances they face while helping dogs whose fortunes turned sour. Included are suggestions of how you may become involved in helping the breed you love.

Author : Eve Adamson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2005-10-13
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780471785125

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Adopting a Pet For Dummies by Eve Adamson Pdf

Develop a loving relationship with your adopted pet Your fun and easy guide to the challenges and rewards of adopting a pet Thinking about adopting or rescuing an animal? This friendly guide gives you a no-nonsense introduction to the process and helps you select the right companion for you and your family. You'll see how to handle everything from feeding, health care, and housetraining to obedience, behavior issues, and special needs for older and abused animals. Discover how to * Work with shelters and rescue groups * Navigate the procedures and paperwork * Find a supportive veterinarian * Adopt a dog, cat, bird, critter, or exotic pet * Help your pet adjust to its new home

Author : Petfinder.com,Kim Saunders
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 674 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2009-01-29
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780061984716

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The Adopted Dog Bible by Petfinder.com,Kim Saunders Pdf

The old rules don't always apply to adopted dogs, whose training, past behaviors, and health histories may be a mystery. At last, here's the one-stop bible that acknowledges their special needs and covers every detail of daily life. In chapters reviewed by experts in veterinary medicine, nutrition, and training, pet parents will learn: Where to find your perfect canine companion All about breeds and mixed breeds and how you can adopt any type of dog Smart guidelines for adoption success Realistic expenses of dog care What to expect when you bring your new pup home (and long after) How to prevent runaways and protect your dog from all types of harm Clicker, target stick, and other re-training methods Humane ways to modify undesirable behaviors How to introduce new diets and take the guesswork out of feeding Holistic and conventional medical treatments Daily hygiene and caring for your sick pup inside and out The impact of travel and changes at home What to do when it's time to say good-bye Plus recipes, doggy workouts, heartwarming true stories of adopted dogs and their happy parents, information on saving dogs on a larger scale, and much, much more!

Author : Jan Mahood
Publisher : Facts On File
Page : 74 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0791048136

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Adopting a Dog by Jan Mahood Pdf

Provides information on selecting the proper dog for your family.

Author : Kristin Mehus-Roe
Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Page : 945 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2011-10-04
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781935484899

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The Original Dog Bible by Kristin Mehus-Roe Pdf

The wooftasticsecond edition. “This attractive, copiously illustrated easy-to-understand volume covers every aspect of responsible dog ownership.” —Library Journal The revised and expanded second edition of the bestselling The Original Dog Bible remains the most comprehensive dog lover’s resource on the market! The book is divided into eight parts—each fully illustrated and designed for easy reference—plus helpful, entertaining sidebars covering hundreds of related topics. With detailed chapters on the requirements of caring for a dog, health, training, and so much more, this book will prepare you for a wonderful life with a dog. Also included is a catalog of over 250 purebred dog breeds with insightful articles for each! “Being a veteran veterinarian of twenty five years and a lifetime pet lover, I can enthusiastically say ‘this old doc learned new tricks’ upon reading the consummate book on all things dogs . . . I highly recommend it!” —Dr. Marty Becker, former resident veterinarian on ABC’s Good Morning America and coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover’s Soul “This comprehensive book certainly lives up to its subtitle . . . The best part of the book, however, covers ‘life with a dog,’ with sections on pet care partners like sitters and walkers, emergencies, lost dogs, biting, traveling with a dog, and a fantastic chapter on activities one can do with one’s dog.” —Publishers Weekly

Author : Gene Stone,Pete Paxton
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780525540373

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Rescue Dogs by Gene Stone,Pete Paxton Pdf

A fascinating look at rescue dogs--where they come from, why every dog lover should consider adopting one, and how to make them part of your family. America's leading undercover animal investigator, Pete Paxton, has, among other exploits, infiltrated more than seven hundred puppy mills, worked undercover to close one of the largest and most infamous puppy mills in the United States, and shuttered the most notorious trafficker of dogs for experimentation in history. In this book, he shares stories of the amazing dogs he has rescued and brought to loving families, and also offers invaluable guidance and wisdom for anyone living with rescue dogs. Far too many people think rescue dogs have irredeemable anxieties, behavior issues, or other problems. In truth, rescue dogs can--and do--become wonderful companions. This groundbreaking book will help readers understand these dogs' unique ways of thinking, learning, and loving, and leaves no questions unanswered about the plight of dogs commercially bred in the United States--and what every dog lover can do about it.

Author : Katie Gonzalez, CDT
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-05-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781300973249

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The Guide to Training an Autism Assistance Dog by Katie Gonzalez, CDT Pdf

This book covers everything you will need to know to train a dog for a family member or friend that struggles with autism. Service dog training varies greatly from pet dog training with differences in potty training, controlled loading and unloading from vehicles and public transportation, training to stay under restaurant tables and under chairs to stay ouf of aisle ways in public, and how to behave around people and other animals while working as a service dog. Instruction is given on advanced obedience for public access as well as specialized tasks to assist with the disability. Service dog etiquette, management and laws are also discussed.

Author : Bardi McLennan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1593786662

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Rescue Me! by Bardi McLennan Pdf

Are you considering adopting a new four-legged family member? Here's how to add a super dog to your life while saving a life at the same time. Journey with author Bardi McLennan on the road to rescue and let Rescue Me! become your personal navigation device. This reality-packed guide introduces readers to all types of dogs in need of new homes, both purebreds and mixed breeds, from shelters and rescue groups, and is splendidly illustrated with color photographs of happily rehomed dogs as well as actual shelter and rescue candidates. This comprehensive look at canine rescue walks potential owners through the adoption and selection process and offers expert advice about training and caring for a "second-hand" dog, detailing what owners may expect from the new adoptee. With Rescue Me! as your road map, you'll be on the right path to offering a lucky, lovable dog the forever home he deserves. Book jacket.

Author : Linda Colflesh
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2007-08-06
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470244500

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Making Friends by Linda Colflesh Pdf

Sensitive, user-friendly dog training that works! A good relationship with a dog is built on realistic expectations. The better you understand your dog's unique personality and natural behavior, the sooner you will establish a rapport based on two-way communication, mutual respect, and trust--and the easier it will be to train your dog successfully. One of the first positive training books, Making Friends is a highly accessible guide to training your dog effectively and humanely. Respected dog obedience trainer Linda Colflesh shows you how to use positive reinforcement through gentle, easy-to-follow methods that get results while respecting your dog's intelligence and dignity. From housebreaking and teaching everyday commands to grasping the important (but often overlooked) details of dog reaction and interaction, Colflesh outlines a week-by-week training plan that meets your needs and helps you build a strong connection with your furry companion. You'll discover how to: * Learn to "read" your dog's body language * Make proper use of collars, leashes, and treats * Handle puppy behavior problems the positive way * Keep your dog mentally stimulated and properly exercised * Join dog clubs and play groups Highly recommended by satisfied trainers, breeders, and pet owners, Making Friends is a proven, sensible, fun training method that lets you truly be your dog's best friend.

Author : Kim Campbell Thornton
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2008-05-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470369043

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Choosing a Dog by Kim Campbell Thornton Pdf

Choosing a Dog is a useful addition to the successful Happy Healthy Pet line, which features expert content in an easy-to-read format. It includes high-quality color photos and informative sidebars throughout. The author covers all points the prospective dog owner must know before choosing a breed, including tips on choosing purebred or mixed-breed; in-depth info on breed types and specific breeds; information on finding, interviewing, and choosing a breeder who will meet the owner's needs; necessary contracts and paperwork; and shelter dog and breed rescue options. The book includes specific information on more than 50 of the breeds ranked most popular with the AKC. The author provides basic information on bringing the new dog home and lots of additional reading in print and on websites.

Author : David Meyer,Abbie Moore,Pia Salk
Publisher : Weldon Owen International
Page : 791 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-27
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781681882062

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The Total Dog Manual by David Meyer,Abbie Moore,Pia Salk Pdf

The definitive resource on dogs from North America's largest non-profit pet adoption website. Includes photos! The Total Dog Manual covers everything from how to choose your pet to appropriate training methods and environments, to understanding behavior and selecting the right food, toys, and care for your new family member. From understanding a dogs’ anatomy and those deep-down doggie instincts to grooming tips, this team of experts provides all you need to understand your furry friend. Behavior: Why do dogs jump so much? What do wolves have to do with anything? Find these answers and more to better understand how dogs “talk” to each other—and to us—and how to communicate more effectively with your pets. Training: Tired of your dog slobbering on your face? Trying to minimize mouthing? Want to teach an old dog new tricks? Find instructions and top tips on curbing bad habits, the latest thinking on teaching basic commands, and how to deal with the challenges and rewards of introducing a puppy or adult dog to a new home and family. Care: Is his fur a tangled mess? What kind of collar tag should you get? What supplies does a new puppy need? What do you do during a thunderstorm or with an elderly animal? Learn everything you need to know to keep your dog safe and happy, including tips on security, vacations and travel, and major upheavals such as moving homes or stressful situations. This easy-to-use manual, filled with delightful photos, is an ideal reference no matter what your dog’s age or breed.