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Understanding
the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
by Kitty Steidel
An excellent resource for any PBGV lover. Traces
the breed's history through its introduction to the U.S. Includes
information about personality traits, health conerns and training challenges. |
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Westies
from Head to Tail
by Ruth Faherty
If you only get one book on West Highland White Terriers,
this is the one. A must read if you're thinking about adding a Westie to
your life, or if you're a long-time Westie fancier. Everything from
gooming to genetics. Lots of excellent photos. |
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The
Complete Rottweiler
by Muriel Freeman
When I got my first Rottweiler many years ago, this
was the book my breeder recommended. I found it to be full of all
sorts of useful information. |
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Show
Me: A Dog Show Primer
by D. Caroline Coile
Offers easy-to-follow tips and words of wisdom for
those new to the world of dog shows - and maybe even for those who have
been around awhile. Crisp color photos and expertly drawn sketches
will capture the imagination of any would-be competitor. |
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The
Road to Westminster
by Robert B. and Toni C. Freeman
This book is bursting with information on selecting,
raising, and preparing dogs for showing. The Freemans emphasize the importance
of enjoying your puppy as he grows and develops, champion dog or not.
I absolutely LOVE this book. |
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The
Joy of Breeding You Own Show Dog by Ann Seranne
Full of sound advice and suggestions, this book
takes you from buying your first show prospect, to grading your first litter
of puppies. The author is quick to point out that breeding dogs is
not for the person looking to make a quick buck, but for the serious lover
of their chosen breed. |
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How
To Be Your Dogs Best Friend
by the Monks of New Skete
"Understanding is the key to communication, compassion,
and communion" with your dog. This guide features a unique, step-by-step
obedience course, and proper techniques for complete care at every stage
of a dog's life. |
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The
Art of Raising a Puppy
By The Monks of New Skete
Setting up the whelping area, feeding dam and puppies,
socialization, early training, and methods for successful placement are
covered in detail. A great book for all breeders and owners. 50 photos. |
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Play
Training Your Dog
By Patricia Gail Burnham
The fun training techneques in this book makes training
seem like playing. Excellent book for trainers who want to
get precise, happy work from any dog. Especially good
in its treatment of motivation. |
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Beyond
Basic Dog Training
by Diane L. Bauman
Speaks directly to handlers of all ages and degrees
of experience, in language that everyone can understand and examples that
apply to almost every problem faced by trainers.
Outlines training with the goal of producing a well
trained dog for advanced competition. |
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Successful
Obedience Handling: The New Best Foot Forward
by Barbara S. Handler
Rather than giving training methods for the basics
of obedience, Handler specifically covers what and what not to expect from
an AKC obedience trial or sanctioned match, and gives wonderful advice
on "proofing" your dog for each required excersise. |
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Enthusiastic
Tracking
by William R. Sanders
Okay, I'll admit it was the Westie on the cover that
caught my attention. But what's inside is just as good. Gives
an overview of scent and how a dog works scent. Presents a
specific schedule of training activities designed to mold you and your
dog into a confident tracking team. |
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Dig
In: Earthdog Training Made Easy
by Mario Migliori
The author's easy open style and homespun anecdotes
provide a facinating insite into the social origins of the ground dogs.
A well researched and illustrated book. |
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