My first dog: An A to Z guidebook for dog lovers who want to take in a new family member

Download or read book My first dog: An A to Z guidebook for dog lovers who want to take in a new family member written by Michael Schuerz and published by Michael Schuerz. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A first-class decision-making aid - comprehensive and yet compact! You want to take a dog and have a lot of questions? And now you are spoilt for choice, because there are so many books available, most of which only deal with one specific topic. But actually you only want 1 book that answers as many of your questions as possible. Then this guide is the best choice and a book with added value: It helps you with the decision, offers detailed information about the preparation for the reception of a dog and also gives numerous useful tips and many helpful practical examples. Especially with regard to care and health, the guidebook also proves to be a useful reference book for living together! No wonder, because this guidebook already published in December 2019 is still considered the most comprehensive reading when it comes to the decision to take a dog or to expand existing knowledge. In this book, for the first time really all relevant topics are treated clearly and in easy-to-understand language. This also includes topics that one might not immediately think of in the first euphoria and joy of having a dog. Treat yourself to this guidebook or order it as a gift for other dog lovers - this book is an excellent choice in any case! Excerpt from the table of contents: CHAPTER 1: What you should definitely think about before making a decision. Requirements: Family status, living & living conditions, attitude towards cleanliness. CHAPTER 2: Other important topics Dog experience, costs (purchase, taxes, veterinarian, insurance, food, accessories), duties & recommendations (leash & registration requirements, certificate of competence, chip registration) CHAPTER 3: Selection tips Age (puppy, adult or senior), gender (advantages & disadvantages of male/female), breed, size, origin, housing (why contact with "pack" is important), dogs & other pets. CHAPTER 4: Tips for living with a dog Basic preparations (with check list), initial equipment (standard & extras): Dog harness or collar, which leash, food, food & water bowl, toys, dog bed or dog crate for resting, door or playpen, dog waste bags; Did you know? Facts about the dog CHAPTER 5: Your dog is moving in Tips for Day X, How to make it easier for your dog to move in, Allowing time to settle in, Exercise & time out, Length of walks, New pack, new rules, When things go wrong CHAPTER 6: Education & Behavior How many rules? Age-appropriate dog training, consistency as A & O, basic commands, staying alone, rewards, fun & variety, communication (observe & understand), no-go`s in dog training, puppy school, young dog & companion dog classes, problems (sometimes test of patience, usually solvable), Common misconceptions (regarding puppy protection, tail wagging, jumping on, fighting fear, following rules), Tips for calming down during thunderstorms & on New Year's Eve, What a dog doesn't need & what he doesn't like, Social compatibility, Your dog being attacked by another dog, "roughhousing" resp. "Ramming", Crash course on education. CHAPTER 7: Health Nutrition, vaccinations, deworming, grooming (coat, claws, ears, teeth), first aid tips, tips in case of poisoning, bite injury, bunion or burn injury, accidents while playing, diseases, fever, neutering, special chapter on osteoarthritis CHAPTER 8: Our life together with Bernese Mountain Dog Merlin