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The Complete Q & a Book on Dogs Revised edition text copyright © 2010 Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox D.V.M. Hand drawn illustrations © 1988 by Mary Jung Book designed by S Bush Cover design © 2010 S Bush Photo credits:- Cover photo: © Starblue | Dreamstime.com Part One: © Cammeraydave | Dreamstime.com Part Two: © Vvvstep | Dreamstime.com Part Three: © Pro777 | Dreamstime.com This Second Edition published in 2010 by Puppy Care Education. All Rights Reserved ISBN Disclaimer: No information in this book is given as, or intended to be taken as, medical advice for your puppy or dog. Only a veterinarian who has actually examined your puppy or dog can give advice about the medical health-care of your puppy or dog. WARNING: This book is not transferable. It is for your own personal use. If it is sold, shared, or given away, it is an infringement of the copyright of this work. www.puppycareeducation.com.au Puppy Care Education Books from Puppy Care Education - The Dog Ebook Publishing Specialists All books listed may not currently be on release. Operations Manual for the Chinese Crested by Amy Fernandez Operations Manual for the Xoloitzcuintli(Mexican Hairless) by Amy Fernandez Old Dogs, Old Friends by Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox D.V.M. The Complete Q and A Book on Dogs by Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox D.V.M. Pure Breed Pets Series: A Cavalier King Charles Spaniel for You by S Bush. Dog Grooming - Long Coated Dogs by Puppy Care Education THE COMPLETE Q and A BOOK ON DOGS by Chris Walkowicz & Bonnie Wilcox D.V.M. Dedicated to the great dogs of my life, past, present and future: Justin, Caprice, Calli, Brandy, Katie, Kodi, Marcy, Sally, P.B., Bubbles, Tigger, Cody, ALF, Tootsie, Whoopi! C W CONTENTS PREFACE PART ONE Buying Your Dog PART TWO Raising Your Dog Right PART THREE Living With Your Dog PREFACE: Who Says You Can't Buy Love? Perhaps John Foote said it best in his story "Allegheny." A man was paid to drop a ... pup with a broken leg into the river in December to drown, but when he changed his mind and sought medical attention, the doctor asked why. He replied, "He was so warm in the hand." Pure-Bred Dogs/American Kennel Gazette, January 1981 It's easy to fall in love, especially when the object of your affection has big, warm eyes, floppy ears, and an appealing look that pleads with you to take her home. It's easy to fall in love, without thinking of the consequences. Before succumbing to "puppy love," you should ask yourself some questions: Do you really want a dog? What breed is the best for you? Is this the right time of your life to have a pet? An animal has specific needs: food, water, exercise, shelter, veterinary care—and love. If you cannot furnish all these, it isn't fair to you or the dog. It's not a good idea to buy a pet for a child or a mate, unless you like animals too. You have to live with the dog also, and chances are you'll have to tend to his needs at times. Parents who grudgingly buy little Bobby a dog because "every boy needs one" will soon find fallacies in this argument. So will the parents of Jenny, who promises she will take care of the pup. What about the electric train Bobby received last Christmas? Is he still spending as much time with it as he did the first month? Is the doll you gave Jenny for her birthday out in the sandbox minus clothing—or head? If you bought the dog as a present for your husband, ask yourself who's going to watch the pup when your spouse goes on that fishing trip he's been planning. Chances are it'll be you. And for someone who caved in to a wife's cooing about the cute puppy, don't forget the home schedule will change after her promotion. She'll be working longer hours, and you'll be walking Murgatroyd alone. Should your spouse take a new job with extended traveling or your children not live up to their part of the bargain, you can't exchange the pup, return him, or cancel his subscription. That dog is going to be around for a number of years. Your dog is "so warm in the hand." You can't put him in storage when you tire of him. It's unfair to dispose of a pet because you satisfied a whim with a spur-of-the-moment purchase. Thought beforehand will save later pain for all involved. Some people have grown up with animals. Having a dog around the house is as much a part of their lives as a car, a career, or a friend. Circumstances may have changed in regard to living quarters, finances, and leisure time, however, and even lifelong dog lovers should keep these transitions in mind. Perhaps they can still enjoy having a pet, but current life-styles should be taken into account. Maybe a smaller breed should be considered—or an adult, rather than a pup. Here is love money can buy. And dogs are expensive, even those given to you. Initially, you will also have the expense of collar, leash, bowls, grooming tools, pooper-scooper, chew toys, and housing. Later you may wish to fence your yard or enrol Duchess in training classes. Can you afford to supply your pet with these comforts? After you've considered these matters and made your decision to join the millions of people who own dogs, you'll have questions of your own, which are answered in this book. Once you have all the answers ... go ahead and fall in love! C. W./B.W. PART ONE - CONTENTS Chapter 1 The Love that Money can Buy When is a good time to buy a dog? Where can I find this stalwart companion? How do I know what’s good and what isn’t? Who gives breeder referrals? How do I find out who is a reliable breeder? Should I buy a puppy or an older dog? Should I buy a male or a female? What about the all-American mongrel? My neighbor breeds Mal/Dals Someone said I shouldn’t get an inbred dog because that makes them crazy or sickly. Is that true? The breeder I went to wants to sell me a show puppy on a co-ownership. Is this a good idea? I want to buy my fiancee a puppy for a gift. Isn’t that a great idea? I want to buy my kids a dog for Christmas, but the breeder won’t sell it to me then. Why? I’m afraid of dogs, and ]eff, my future husband, has one. He’s had Rufus for six years and refuses to give him up. So how do I exorcise this fear? I already have one dog and I’d like another as a playmate for Chief. Should I buy another male? How about the same breed? Should I buy two the some age? I’ve seen prices from “free” to more than a thousand dollars, and I’ve heard some dogs sell for two or three thousand dollars! Why do they vary so? What is “pick” of the litter? How can I be sure I’m getting the pick? How do I choose one out of a whole litter? What is the best age to take my puppy home? What about a pound pup or stray dog? Do I dare give my heart to a dog somebody else dumped? Why do books stress “look at the mother”? Will my puppy grow up looking like the parents? What is the difference between a show dog and a pet? Brandy is getting really old. Would it be OK to buy another dog now? I’ve got a chance to get a super dog for nothing. Isn’t that wonderful? My dog just died. Should I buy a new one right away? I’m going to buy a puppy soon. What will I need before I get him? Should I look at more than one litter? What do I say when I’m talking to someone on the phone or contact a breeder by e- mail and I’m not sure? What should I say if I don’t like the dog when I see him? I hate hurting someone’s feelings. The dog I’m going to look at was “returned to the breeder.” Does that mean there’s something wrong with him? How do I find out whether health problems exist in the breed? How can I know whether their dogs are free of these problems? Chapter 2 The Match Game How many breeds of dogs do I have to choose from? What types of dogs are there? I’ll never be able to choose! How do I decide which breed? Where do I find information on my particular choice of breed? I’ve heard certain breeds are “one-person” or “one-family” dogs. Is this true? What breeds make good watchdogs? What breeds make good watchdogs? Is it true mongrels are smarter and healthier? I’m afraid of big dogs, and that’s what my husband wants. Aren’t they all mean? I want a breed that will be a lapdog, or at least lie next to me in my recliner. Which breeds will do that? I prefer a placid animal. Which breeds are the most quiet and sedate? I’m over seventy and a little slower than I used to be.
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