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The Canine Good Citizen program was created by the American Kennel Club to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. Written by the respected dog experts at the American Kennel Club - the very same organization that designed the test - Canine Good Citizen will help dog owners easily maneuver through the programs 10-step curriculum, stressing responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs. With the valuable information found in this helpful guide, your dog will pass the Canine Good Citizen obedience test with flying colors!

From gerbils, lizards, and snails to spiders, fish, and frogs, this is the coolest guide for kids to learn how to take care of the coolest pets! With 39 pet profiles that describe origins, behaviors, cage installation plans, food, maintenance, and more, this book contains all the general and fun information for a variety of easy-to-care-for animals that kids will love. Also included are the authors observations based on his very own pet collection throughout, as well as anatomical diagrams, high-quality photography, helpful illustrations, and easy-to-read informational blurbs.

Pamper your pet while you save money by doing it yourself! This book shows you how to build inexpensive, functional accessories to make your home a pet paradise. DIY Projects for Cats and Dogs presents 20 simple projects that you can make in just a weekend, without any advanced skills or special tools. From a cat tree and a hide-away litter box to bowl stands, leash racks, and a Scandinavian bed platform, these stylish structures will take care of your pets needs while preserving your interior decor. Built and pet-tested by the authors in their own home, each imaginative creation features step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and inspirational color photographs. Inside DIY Projects for Cats and Dogs Functional yet stylish furniture and accessories to make for your cat or dog. 20 simple DIY projects that anyone can make in one weekend without special skills. Save money by doing it yourself with scrap wood, simple materials, and basic tools. Modern, decorative designs let you show your love for your animals while embellishing your home. Step-by-step instructions, materials lists, and inspirational color photographs. Projects include litter boxes, dog house, bowl stands, bed platforms, travel basket, cat tree, leash rack, bedside table cabin, and more.

Make Your Dog the Most Stylish Pooch on the Block Pamper your favorite pooch with this inspiring collection of cute canine accessories. Featuring dozens of doggie designs, theres something here for every pets personality. Fun Accessories to Sew for Your Dog shows how to make your own one-of-a-kind creations: from leashes, toys, collars, cushions, and dining mats to storage baskets, sunscreen caps, carrier bags, and even an Elizabethan cone collar. Youll discover plenty of ideas for making fun and functional gear. Step-by-step photos and clear instructions make these projects so easy to follow, its a walk in the park! Inside Fun Accessories to Sew for Your Dog 22 pet-friendly DIY projects Cool designs for attractive, practical dog gear. Step-by-step photos make each project easy to follow. Fun and functional ideas for leashes, beds, toys, collars, cushions, carrying pouches and more. Advice on stitching, measurement lists, and tips on tools and materials.

Nearly every client who contacts professional Brooklyn dog trainer Kate Naito (CPDT-KA) is desperately looking to stop his or her dogs undesirable behavior. In response, Kate developed BKLN Manners? as an empowering four-week group class for busy owners who want the fastest path to a polite dog. Now available in book format, this comprehensive system utilizes clever management techniques and positive training strategies to help owners transform their dogs from unruly to urbane. BKLN Manners offers no-nonsense, easy-to-implement solutions to: B: Barking; K: Knocking people over; L: Leash walking problems; N: Naughty when alone. This book addresses uniquely urban challenges like dodging chicken bones on the sidewalk, counterconditioning on crowded streets, neighbors? noise concerns, and more. Written in a problem-and-solution format with the needs of busy urban and suburban dwellers in mind, it can help your dog acquire polite BKLN Manners both indoors and out. Inside BKLN Manners Comprehensive training guide that addresses common behavior concerns of urban and suburban dog owners. Clever management techniques and positive training strategies that help owners transform their dogs from unruly to urbane. The author is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer at a Brooklyn dog training organization who developed BKLN Manners? as a four-week group class for busy owners who wanted the fastest path to a polite dog. BKLN Manners offers no-nonsense, easy-to-implement solutions to: B: Barking; K: Knocking people over; L: Leash walking problems; N: Naughty when alone. Includes a suggested weekly plan for practicing BKLN behaviors and a chart to track training progress.

Very few spiders generate the same emotional reaction as the large, hairy tarantula. Despite their stereotypical portrayal in movies, these easy-to-care-for spiders make excellent low-maintenance pets. Designed for the beginning tarantula owner, this comprehensive manual includes essential advice on selecting, feeding, and caring for your pet, as well as tips on breeding and health maintenance. A special chapter offers up-to-date information on some of the most popular and readily available species such as the Costa Rican striped-knee and common pink-toe tarantulas. This all new addition to the renowned Herpetocultural Library puts expert-written advice at the fingertips of reptile and invertebrate enthusiasts.

Distinguished for his unique hooked tail, slightly wavy coat and facial furnishings, the bearded Briard is an intelligent, lively herding dog whose versatility and trainability widely recommend him as a companion and watchdog. Known in his native France as Le Berger de Brie, the Briard is a rugged livestock guardian who is as devoted and fearless as he is substantial and imposing. For the right family, the Briard promises to be a responsive, gentle companion who will always be "a dog at heart," as the American Kennel Club standard phrases it. Written by cynologist and artist Dr. Desiree Scott, this Special Limited Edition presents an enlightening view of the breeds origins in continental Europe and its spread to England and America. The authors insightful look at the breeds uses, character and physical traits make for fascinating reading, as does the presentation and analysis of the breed standard. From the finding of a breeder and selection of a puppy to the rearing and raising of the puppy, this book is an excellent starting point for new owners. Further, the book details the housebreaking and obedience training necessary and discusses feeding, grooming, showing and much more. In a well-illustrated chapter on canine healthcare, Dr. Lowell Ackerman, a popular veterinary and media personality, updates readers on the latest in veterinary care, including vaccinations, parasite control, infectious diseases and other topics vital to the ongoing health of a pure-bred dog.

With more than 200 registered breeds either in one of the seven Variety Groups or part of the Miscellaneous Class, the American Kennel Club is the worlds largest purebred-dog registry and the governing body for the canine sport in the United States. For someone looking to add a purebred canine companion to his or her life or for the all-around purebred-dog enthusiast, this AKC-authorized fifth edition of Meet the Breeds is a complete, current, and fully illustrated resource on all AKC breeds. Meet the Breeds presents the most current AKC information, introducing readers to two new Miscellaneous breeds, the Barbet and the Kooikerhondje, and documenting the transition from the Miscellaneous Class to full recognition for six other breeds. Fanciers are sure to learn something interesting about their favorite breeds while meeting plenty of new and intriguing furry faces.Inside Meet the Breeds:Considerations for potential dog ownersAn introduction to each of the groups and a discussion of common traits shared by group membersListings of AKC dog breeds, including each breeds history and description, temperament, size, coat, color, life expectancy, activity level, grooming and exercise requirements, healthcare, and parent-club and rescue-group contact information.Breed profiles organized alphabetically and color-coded by groupColorful photographs of adult dogs and puppies of each breed

The perfect read before you bring your rescue pet home, For the Love of Rescue Dogs is a witty and informative book on all things canine-related. Featuring over 250 stunning pictures of cute dogs, this resource illustrates the many facets of their personality, provides tips on training, and explains the best ways to care for a rescue dog. Know how to give them the life theyve always wanted as you flip through the pages of this books thats as adorable as it is enlightening!

A pioneer in holistic veterinary medicine, Dr. Deva Khalsa shares her effective, integrative approach to natural health and healing for dogs in this invaluable book. Expanded and updated, Dr. Khalsas Natural Dog, in its second edition, presents an inspired way for dog owners to design a diet specifically for their dogs needs, lifestyle, age, and health. Developed over decades of practice and study, Dr. Khalsas methods combine traditional veterinary medicine, wholesome nutrition, and holistic therapies, such as alternative methods, herbal remedies, and botanical medicine. In the new edition, Dr. Khalsa will present the latest research on such important issues as avoiding and treating cancer, chronic gastrointestinal problems, allergy elimination, and effective holistic treatments for ten common problems.In the Foreword, Dr. Marty Goldstein, a colleague of the author for over four decades, says that Dr. Khalsa "knows, feels, and practices healing, patient by patient[and] this book "is nothing more than a mirror of the incredible spiritual energy of a true healer." By using the simple methods and concepts put forth in Dr. Khalsas Natural Dog, dog owners can effect positive, life-changing improvements for their beloved four-legged companions.INSIDE DR. KHALSAS NATURAL DOGOver 100 original, wholesome recipes, including new grain-free and allergy free recipesA modern primer on canine nutrition and how to feed dogs for optimal healthThe secrets of herbal supplementation and the use of vitamins and mineralsHolistic strategies for dogs with special needs, including allergies, heart and kidney diseases, obesity, and diabetesExpanded, updated chapter on preventing, managing, and treating canine cancerPRAISE FOR THE FIRST EDITION "Dr. Khalsa has provided an invaluable book to help keep dogs well and to enable them to recover from a variety of health problems. Her holistically integrative approach is a welcome contribution for the good dogs around the world." Dr. Michael W. Fox, syndicated veterinary columnist "Natural Dog is the most comprehensive book on holistic dog care for the twenty-first century." Joanne Stefanos, DVM, author of Animals and Man "This book is a lively informative read for all those devoted to their canine companions!" W. Jean Dodds, DVM, world-famous veterinary hematologist

From the tiny parakeet to the giant hyacinth macaw, not all parrots place the same demands on their parents. Parakeets, conures, cockatiels, loriesthe parrot family consists of the most popular pet birds, each offering keepers their unique characteristics and exotic beauty as well as their specific requirements. Bird expert and author, Carol Frishmann has written a must-have book for every parrot parent-to-be, an all-in-one guide that will remain indispensable in every bird home, regardless of the size, trainability, or personality of the feathered child. More than a selection guide, Parenting a Parrot offers all the information owners need to know about feeding, caring for, and training their chosen parrot. Though both good talkers, the eclectus parrot may be quieter than the cockatoo, but hes not nearly as cuddly. Parenting a Parrot tells owners what to expect from their parrots and how to get the most out of their avian companions.INSIDE THIS BOOK:Finding and purchasing the ideal parrotDescriptions and needs of the most popular twenty parrot speciesComprehensive positive-reinforcement-based training chapter, including trick training, talking, and training a flighted birdLiving with a parrot, including establishing daily routine, socializing, housing, home safety, and cleanlinessThe parrots meal plan: diets, organic and natural options, and special needsUnderstanding parrot behavior, enrichment strategies, and problem solvingGrooming, health care, first aid, and senior careParenting tips highlighted in sidebars in each chapterLists of recommendations for best talkers, quietest species, trick experts, beginners birds, etc.Includes detailed species descriptions of these parrots:African GreysAmazonsBourkes ParkeetsCaiquesCockatielsCockatoosConuresEclectusLineolated ParakeetsLories and LorikeetsLovebirdsMacawsParakeets/BudgiesParrotletsPionusPsittaculasQuaker ParakeetsSenegals and Other PoicephalusPlus: Brotogeris, Great-Bills, Kakarikis, Rosellas, Hawk-Headed Parrots, Vasa Parrots

Learn how to train your dog correctly from the start and how to curb bad habits quickly! Become a dog whisperer! Every dog owner has challenges in training their dog or dogs and, more importantly, in breaking bad habits. In fact, outside of the enjoyment they provide us, dog behavior is a major concern, even for owners with well-behaved canines. With some owners, the behavior goes beyond merely concerning and enters into the realm of problematic and even dangerous. Better Dog Behavior and Training: Correcting and Curing Bad Habits addresses the concerns of both those who just got a puppy and those with dogs in their senior years. It shows the owner and dog trainer how to master dog training through positive reinforcement, including addressing aggressive behavior, while resorting to more drastic measures only when absolutely necessary. The author, Charlotte Schwartz, is a dog behaviorist who specializes in dog training and behavior modification. She provides her insights, gleaned over decades of work, regarding how to train dogs from the beginning, how to address bad habits and developing habits, and how to make sure the dog knows what behavior is acceptable in certain settings and what is not. In the book, you will learn: *How to train the dog from puppy through their senior years *How to address dangerous or bad habits *How to escalate training safely if initial training is not working *Tips on controlling animal behavior in a safe but effective manner *Advice on solving everyday, recurring behavioral issues *How to encourage good behavior from your dog while discouraging bad behavior *Why dogs do what they do, what motivates them, and how to use that to get the behavior you want to see from your dog *What to do if your animal is particularly stubborn or develops bad behavior later on in its life. With a candor not often associated with dog training and a realistic approach to modifying problematic behavior or instilling discipline in dogs, Schwartz has put together a common sense, easily read and digested manual for anyone who owns a dog. Even if you have a senior dog who is developing some behaviors that need changing, this book can help you teach that old dog new tricks (and behavior). If you are a dog owner or if you already have dogs and want to learn a few more tricks in behavior modification, purchase Better Dog Behavior and Training: Correcting and Curing Bad Habits today!

The Miniature Schnauzer is the nations most popular terrier breed, prized for his smart looks and cunning personality. His beard and mustache and his instantly recognizable outline are his calling cards.The first breed series ever authorized by the American Kennel Club in its 150+ years history, The American Kennel Clubs Meet the Breed Series serves as an excellent introduction to the nations most popular purebred dogs. As an official publication of the AKC and vetted and endorsed by the national parent club of each breed, every book in the series describes how best to select a breed and acquire a healthy, sound puppy and offers expert advice on all aspects of care and training.Each title includes:-Characteristics of breed; choosing a puppy; supplies; house-training and obedience training; feeding; grooming; veterinary care and preventive medicine; activities and competition-Sidebars containing breed trivia facts, historical data, AKC owner advice, and chapter summaries-Index plus Resources, containing recommended books, periodicals, websites, AKC affiliates and programs.

The American Kennel Clubs Meet the Rottweiler, an official publication of the American Kennel Club (AKC), serves as go-to resource for new and experienced owners of this impressive working dog. With its characteristic black and mahogany coloration, the robust Rottweiler cuts a unique silhouette and has attracted thousands of admirers in the United States and around the world. Meet the Rottweiler begins with a discussion about the decision to own this powerful, large guard dog, and the responsibilities that accompany this decision. Equally important is the selection of the right breeder, a topic covered in a chapter on puppy selection that includes a list of questions to ask the breeder and the answers new owners are looking for. The book addresses the health of the Rottweiler and alerts new owners to potential problems in the breed. The chapter on health discusses the importance of finding the right veterinarian for this breed as well as how to embark on a preventive-healthcare regimen with your vet. New owners will profit from the chapters dedicated to selecting the right merchandise for a new puppy and how to make the home and yard safe for the active and agile Rottie puppy. House-training and obedience training are presented in individual chapters, and the AKCs stance on positive training methods shines through as owners are enlightened to the power of praise and rewards. The book doesnt stint on information about grooming, exercise, dental health, and feeding, all vital topics for the dog owner. The final chapter includes a dozen ways to get your Rottweiler active in dog sports and the communityfrom participating in AKC performance events like dog shows, obedience and agility trials to becoming certified as a therapy dog and visiting nursing homes and retirement homes with your well-trained Rottie. The chapters also offer advice on how to pursue the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, both ideal for young dogs getting their start in organized dog events and therapy. The Resources section of the book includes excellent recommendations for websites, periodicals, books, and programs that Rottweiler owners will find informative and helpful.

Meet the Siberian Husky is the first official publication endorsed by the American Kennel Club (AKC) on this very popular companion breed, whose claim to fame is being historys greatest sled dog. Eleven chapters detail the history, characteristics, and special requirements for owning this native Siberian breed, heavily illustrated with beautiful color images of puppies and adults. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Siberian Husky puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breed and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Two separate chapters serve as a primer to training the puppy--house-training and obedience work, favoring positive-training techniques as the best and most successful way to educate dogs. Chapters on grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners. As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Siberian also explains the many vital programs offered by the countrys leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.

Legendary breeder and world authority on canine movement Rachel Page Elliotts classic volume Dogsteps has been the definitive manual on canine movement for four decades. Dog show judges and breeders around the world have relied upon this straightforward text and its "cineradiographic" illustrations to gain a more complete understanding of canine gait. Even with the passing of its famous author in 2009, no other volume has stepped in the path of Dogsteps.Upon its publication in 1973, the Dog Writers Association of America bestowed upon Dogsteps its highest award "Best Book of the Year." More than an analytical look at canine gait, the book teaches the reader about canine anatomy and how each body part contributes to a dogs correct movement. In the show ring, judges evaluate a dogs movement to determine whether or not the dog is correctly structured: Dogsteps explains what the judge isor should belooking for in lay mans terms, making this book essential for all breeders, judges, exhibitors, and students of purebred dogs.The book begins by explaining the terminology commonly encountered in describing canine anatomy (e.g., stop, occiput, withers, hock, croup, etc.) and showing three comparative skeletons (dog, horse, and human), pointing out critical similarities and differences between each. The author describes the eight natural gaits of dogs and how each is accomplished in specific dogs; these include: walk, amble, pace, trot, hackney gait, suspension, canter, and gallop.Individual chapters are devoted to the topics of angulation, toplines and tails, front assemblies, and shoulder assemblies. Each chapter is illustrated with "moving x-rays" to give the reader a clearer picture of how each anatomical region affects the dogs gait, pointing out common flaws, the importance of correct structure, and how balance and ease of movement are achieved in a properly put-together dog.In an effort to provide dog breeders with a manual for breeding sound dogs, Rachel Page Elliott makes a case for correct structure as the most important aspect of keeping a breeders line going strong. Recognizing faults in movement and structure, while not the primary intent of the book, allows the reader to be more aware of the many structural pitfalls that threaten the quality of many purebred dogs today. Beyond having a great breeder as a mentor, Dogsteps is the single best source for learning all there is to know about canine anatomy, structure, and movement. The author concludes, "Experience is a good teacher, but knowledgewith a little luck!steers the shortest way to lasting success."

Meet the Dachshund is the first official publication endorsed by the American Kennel Club (AKC) devoted to the worlds favorite wiener dog! Thanks to the experts at the AKC and the Dachshund Club of America, this volume offers the most accurate and authoritative information available on this breed. Eleven chapters detail the history of the breed, characteristics, and special requirements for owning this colorful hound breed, beautifully illustrated with photos of puppies and adults. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Doxie puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Two separate chapters serve as a primer to training the puppy--house-training and obedience work, favoring positive-training techniques as the best and most successful way to educate the super-smart, sometimes-stubborn Doxie. Chapters on home care, safety, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners.As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Dachshund also explains the many vital programs offered by the countrys leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs, as well as descriptions of various dog sports such as conformation showing, agility, obedience and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.

Meet the Golden is the American Kennel Clubs first official publication on this ever-popular sporting breed, published in conjunction with the Golden Retriever Club of America. Meet the Golden presents accurate, authoritative information on all aspects of purchasing and owning the Golden Retriever, heavily illustrated with color images of well-bred puppies and beautiful adults. The book contains eleven detailed chapters devoted to the breeds history, characteristics, and the special requirements for owning this versatile, active dog that excels in countless areas of work and sport. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Golden puppy gives the reader specific guidance on how to locate a qualified breeder and to recognize a healthy, sound puppy. Individual chapters on house-training and basic obedience serve as a crash course in positive-training techniques, the AKCs recommended way of training dogs. Chapters on exercise, grooming, feeding, and healthcare present indispensable information for new dog owners.As an official publication of the AKC, Meet the Golden also explains the many vital programs offered by the countrys leading canine organization to all pet dog owners, including the S.T.A.R. Puppy and the Canine Good Citizen programs. The final chapter offers owners over a dozen ways to get active with their Golden Retrievers, including the various dog sports sponsored by the AKC, from conformation showing and obedience trials to agility, hunting tests, field trials and more. A detailed resources section offers recommendations for websites, books, periodicals, and club affiliate programs, all of great interest to responsible new dog owners.

New to the Boredom Busters series, Boredom Busters for Birds explores how to enrich your fine feathered friends life through socialization, interactive toys and much more! Author Nikki Moustaki covers different ways of interacting with your bird to help develop good habits and enhance his intelligence and health. Nikki also includes advice and tips on which toys to use, how to play with your pet, and activities for your bird to do while youre away, plus how to socialize your bird with other pets in the house.

From Arden Moore, the award-winning author and host of "Pet Show, Oh! Behave" on Pet Life Radio, comes a must-have handbook for anyone who wants to learn a dog the right way. Filled with amazing illustrations and quirky scenarios, Moore lays down the cornerstones for your dogs obedience and training with three basic commands, gives tips and tricks, and warns about mistakes that first-time pet owners may sometimes make that could set back the training of their dog. Moore belongs to the Dog Writers Association of America and the Association of Veterinary Communicators. Her straightforward approach to dog training uses positive reinforcement. She provides simple-to-understand step-by-step instructions and guidance, as well as the logic and reasoning behind each step. Her insightful reasoning, calm demeanor, and can-do attitude make her book more than just a manualits an entertaining treat filled with golden nuggets of wisdom and common sense. Whether laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning or eradicating behavioral problems, this book can help even the most out-of-control pet owners take back the reigns and form a lasting bond with their dog. For example, a common mistake sometimes made by first-time pet owners when dog training is using the dogs name when correcting their pet: "No, Rover! Bad dog!" Doing this will prevent your dog from listening the next time that its called to come to you out of fear of being in trouble again. Instead, you should use an agreed-upon word, vocalization (like a growl), or whistle to convey displeasurenever the dogs name. To read Come Sit Stay is to understand your dog and build a lasting respect and relationship with your family pet. Its never too late to train your dog to have better behavior or to understand what your pet is thinking when its doing the bad behaviors that it does, such as jumping on strangers, digging up your backyard, running away, or chewing on shoes and furniture. Understanding the mentality of your pet will better serve to train your dog and to fix problematic behaviors faster. Whether laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning or eradicating behavioral problems, this book can help even the most out-of-control pet owners take back the reigns and form a lasting bond with their dog.