Dogs All-in-One For Dummies

by Eve Adamson

The most essential information on dog ownership in one easy-to-navigate book Dogs All-in-One For Dummies offers all dog lovers the latest information you need to choose, raise, and care for your furry best friend from puppyhood to its twilight years. From finding the right dog for your lifestyle and teaching your dog good manners to housetraining, grooming, and knowing when your pet is sick or needs medical attention, this fact-packed guide will serve as your essential dog bible. Thorough and timely, Dogs All-in-One For Dummies covers everything from head to tail!

Genres: Dogs, Nonfiction

712 pages, Paperback

First published March 4, 2010

About the author

Eve is a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning freelance writer living in Iowa. She has co-authored with such celebrities and experts as TV star Bethenny Frankel; executive chef of Primo Restaurant Melissa Kelly; former New York Times restaurant critic Bryan Miller; registered dietitians Marissa Cloutier, Tricia Thompson, and Linda Horning; psychologists Dr. Gary McClain, Dr. Gail Carr Feldman, and Dr. Betsy Rippentrop; Chicago-based "Green Mom" Beth Aldrich; celebrity Organic Nanny Barbara Rodriguez; animal communicator Debbie McGillivray; and yoga teachers Jodi Komitor, Joan Budilovsky, Geo Takoma, and Betsy Rippentrop. She has also written hundreds of magazine articles, is a contributing editor for Dog Fancy magazine, writes a column for AKC Family Dog, and blogs about food, yoga, and travel.

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

12 books in 1 makes it an incredibly long book, but there certainly was lots of helpful information in here for a new dog owner. The authors had a cute sense of humor, which was appreciated while digging through this much information.

I *think* that I feel more prepared to raise a happy, healthy, fun, well behaved puppy after reading this. My fingers are crossed!

(Note - copyrighted 2010...they could likely use an update right about now)

[Mary Ellyn Cain]

I didn't have high expectations for this HUGE book, but am well pleased with what I have read so far. It seems very thorough and the writers are the same people who are writing the dozens of other books about dogs and puppies. I may buy it ($20) for its chapter on health care and emergency treatment (which I can't bear to read now, but would be glad for a simple reference when/if I need it.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

While I haven't technically read this all the way through, I have read a majority of it and flip through it when I need to look something up about the dog. So I'm marking it as read.

I will say that this book has a lot of information, but the one downside of the fact that it is all in one, is that some information that is about the same subject isn't all together.

[Todd · Rating 3 out of 5]

Comprehensive, but simultaneously too much and too little in some respects.

[Jeroen in UK · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very complete book on dogs - hours and hours of reading fun.

[David · Rating 2 out of 5]

A bit disappointing because it didn't go into as much detail as I'd hoped. It's more a book aimed at someone with a moderate understanding of dogs and not a "dummy" as such.

[Ben Kellermann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Your comprehensive guide to choosing, raising, and living with your canine companion

This hands-on guide gives you everything you need to choose, raise, and care for your furry friend from puppyhood to her twilight years. From finding the right dog for your lifestyle to housetraining, grooming, and knowing when your pet needs medical attention, this is the ultimate dog bible you'll turn to again and again.

Get to know (and find) your four-legged friend — choose the best fit for you, prepare your pad for its newest family member, and welcome home your new best friend
Establish yourself as top dog — discover the power of positive attention and learn how to be the ideal pack leader
"Paws" to learn about dog health and nutrition — arm yourself with the latest information on food, vaccinations, common health problems, canine first aid, and when to visit the vet
Get the lead out — try a hand (and paw) at fun and creative activities for you and your pooch
Go behind the scenes — understand what ancient breed traits lurk behind many dog behaviors, and use substitute activities to your advantage
Compare and contrast — check out the history and characteristics of every breed recognized by the American Kennel Club — plus many popular mixed breeds

Open the book and find:

What you need to know before you bring a dog home
Advice on adopting and rescuing
The scoop on nutrition, health, and vaccinations
How to care for an aging dog
How to groom your dog
Tips for housetraining and teaching good behavior and tricks
Agility training and showing your dog
Profiles of dog groups and a look at mixed breeds

12 Book In 1

Adopting a Pet For Dummies
Breeding Dogs For Dummies
Choosing a Dog For Dummies
Dog Grooming For Dummies
Dog Health & Nutrition For Dummies
Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Dog Training For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Dog Tricks & Agility For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Housetraining For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Mixed Breeds For Dummies
Puppies For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Understanding Your Dog For Dummies

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