Golden Retrievers

Barron's Dog Bibles

by Edie Mackenzie

Well-mannered, easy to train, and gentle with children – your new Golden Retriever friend will be a part of the family in no time with this comprehensive guide! Golden Retrievers are working dogs and rank in the top five for canine intelligence, so it is important for owners to keep these fine dogs both mentally and physically challenged! With attractive color photos throughout, this must-have book presents veterinarian-approved advice and information on your Golden Retriever's typical physical traits, history, behavioral characteristics, and recommended training methods. The DVD enclosed with each book presents an informal dog training course for new owners. It describes housetraining methods, walking dogs on a leash, and teaching obedience using hand signals and vocal commands. This guide

184 pages, Spiral-bound

First published October 1, 2010

Reviews

[Ashley · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book has definitely helped us in our preparation and beginning stages with our pup, but it's a little too fear-based for my taste.