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Senior Dog
by: Schmidt-Roger, Heike & Blank, Susanne
A helpful primer for every dog owner who wants to understand the aging
process of their pet and keep them enjoying an active life, this book
covers everything you need to know about living with an elderly dog. What
kind of daily routine is best; are physical play & learning still
important?; what should you do when due to age your dog begins behaving
different?; these and other important questions are answered, providing
you with practical advice on how best to care for your dog as it matures.
With more than 280 full-color photos, overview charts, question &
answer boxes, & personal stories, this is the most up-to-date resource
available. 160 pgs.
c. 2007, S/C...$16.95
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Seven Ages of Man's Best Friend: A Comprehensive Guide for Caring
for Your Dog Through All the Stages of Life
by: Fennell, Jan
Best-selling author Jan Fennell leads us through the key phases of a dog's
development by uniquely defining the seven ages of our dogs. In a fresh,
new approach to the subject, Jan charts a dog's life in stages: the buoyant,
boundless energy of the Puppy and the Pioneer, the troublesome teens that
are the ages of the Playboy and the Protégé, the difficult
middle years of the Pretender and the Protector, and the twilight years
of the Pensioner. The book works as a comprehensive guide to coping with
the problems that crop up at particular times in a dog's development,
including training and vaccinations as well as puberty and parenthood.B/W
photos, illustrations. 320 pgs.
c. 2005, H/C...$24.95
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Skin & Haircoat Problems In Dogs
by: Ackerman, Lowell DVM
Have you ever found a skin tumor on your dog? Been worried about a rash
that won't go away? Frustrated trying to get a sparse, lifeless coat into
show condition? Forty percent of all veterinary visits are prompted by
skin problems. This valuable reference guide will help you identify problems
and determine when to go to the vet. The author thoroughly describes causes,
symptoms and treatments for a wide variety of conditions. He covers everything
from parasite and immune-related conditions to tumors, infections, allergies,
and breed specific problems. Find answers, take effective action, and
be able to communicate clearly with your vet with the help of this detailed
work. 208 pgs.
c.1994...H/C...$28.95 |
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Small Dogs, Big Hearts: A Guide to Caring for Your Little Dog
by: Arden, Darlene
This book follows the small dog from puppyhood through the senior years,
giving advice on important topics such as: socialization, housetraining,
behavior, nutrition, healthcare, & pampering your pint-sized pooch.
With lots of adorable photos, you'll see small dogs at their most charming
while you learn to bring out the best in your little bundle of love. B/W
& Color photos. 226 pgs.
c. 2006, S/C...$19.99
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Stone Guide To Dog Grooming For All Breeds
by: Stone, Ben & Pearl
Includes grooming instruction for all 125 AKC recognized breeds, mixed
breeds and even cats! There are chapters on equipment, setting up a shop
and developing a thriving grooming business. This reliable guidance shows
how to get the most out of a grooming business and avoid the pitfalls
at the same time. Dozens of Specialty clubs have contributed show grooming
sections for their breeds, and hundreds of to-the-point photos, drawings
and charts show what the authors say as they say it. 304 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C...$37.95
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Stone Guide To Dog Grooming For All Breeds
by: Stone, Ben & Pearl
Includes grooming instruction for all 125 AKC recognized breeds, mixed
breeds and even cats! There are chapters on equipment, setting up a shop
and developing a thriving grooming business. This reliable guidance shows
how to get the most out of a grooming business and avoid the pitfalls
at the same time. Dozens of Specialty clubs have contributed show grooming
sections for their breeds, and hundreds of to-the-point photos, drawings
and charts show what the authors say as they say it. 304 pgs.
c. 1981, H/C, (Regular Price $37.95)...$22.50
Used
Condition: Good, ex-library, inside very good,
cover shows wear, usual library markings
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Successful Dog Breeding: Complete Handbook Of Canine Midwifery
by: Walkowicz, Chris & Wilcox, Bonnie DVM
A book for the first-time breeder and longtime fancier alike, no matter
what the breed. Down-to-earth practical info is given to cover virtually
every contingency associated with breeding & whelping. Presented in
a humorous format, even the most serious information is made easy to understand.
Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox, D.V.M., are both veteran dog fanciers
who bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to every chapter.
Covering topics from planning the breeding (should I or shouldn't I?)
to problems encountered in breeding, delivery and neonatal care, the authors
offer viable solutions to innumerable problems, whether old or new. Two
highly extensive appendices on breed idiosyncrasies, compiled from correspondence
with longtime fanciers as well as from research from veterinary journals,
complete the abundance of information offered here. All of this is complemented
by original drawings by the well-known canine artist Mary Jung. 222 pgs.
c.1994, 2nd Ed, H/C...$27.95
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Tasty Treats For Demanding Dogs
by: Gillespie, Gregg
Now you can prepare 72 delectable canine snacks, from bacon drops and
cheese biscuits to beef jerky, in very little time, and at a fraction
of the cost of commercial dog food. Stir up Dobis for your Doberman, or
Woof Balls for your weimeraner, and watch their tails wag in delight.
128 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C...$12.95
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Technique Of Breeding Better Dogs
by: Fleig, Dr. Dieter
This scientifically accurate, wonderfully detailed book, written by a
veteran dog breeder, is enhanced by spectacular photos that take the reader
through every step of the dog breeding experience.
c. 1992, H/C...$27.95
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Three Dog Bakery Cookbook
by: Dye, Dan & Beckloff, Mark
Over 50 recipies for all-natural paw-lickin' treatsand tasy tidbits for
your dog, from Hearty Hound Loaf and Banana Mutt Cookies to Hungry Mongrel
Turkey Burgers and Fiesta Bones. All recipies are easy-to-bake and made
with tasty, all-natural and low-fat ingredients you'll have on hand in
your kitchen. Cute color illustrations & color photos. 80 pgs.
c. 1998, H/C...$12.95 |
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Vet On Call (Dog Care Companions)
by: Hoffman, Matthew
The best home remedies for keeping your dog healthy. Answers & advice
on chewing, exercise, aging, even raiding the trash! Color photos. 166
pgs.
c.1999...S/C...$14.95 |
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Veterinarian's Guide To Natural Remedies For Dogs
by: Zucker, Martin
Safe & effective alternative treatments and healing techniques from
the nation's top holistic veterinarians. It offers advice from dozens
of holistic practioners and licensed vets, who share their recipies, insights,
and prescitptions. Dog owners will find information on everything from
nutitional supplements to massage therapy, as well as how these treatments
can be used alone or in conjunction with traditional medications &
surgical techniques. 284 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$14.95
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Veterinarians' Guide To Your Dog's Symptoms
by: Garvey DVM, Hohenhaus DVM, Houpt VMM, Pickney DVM, Wallace DVM &
Randolph
The authors have designed a user-friendly chart system that will guide
a pet owner from noting the symptom & observing the dog's behavior
to understanding the associated signs of an illness, the possible conditions,
and the best steps to take. Filled with more than 200 charts in an easy-to-follow
format and medical drawings of 150 most common symptoms. Includes training
& behavior issues such as aggression & housebreaking; emergency
first aid, including how to apply bandages and create a makeshift muzzle;
and a glossary of veterinary diagostic tests & medical terms. 223
pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$17.95
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Veterinary Advice for Gundog Owners
by: Averis, Gillian
This comprehensive reference is essential reading for all those who work
their gundogs, whether it is in the tough, competitive world of Field Trials
or those who simply enjoy a day's rough shooting. The author is a veterinary
surgeon who has had gundogs all her life, Weimaraners, Sussex Spaniels,
German Shorthaired Pointers, Vizlas, Italian Spinone and Labs. Here she
examines the most common injuries that affect gundogs, ranging from minor
accidents which require immediated field first-aid, to problems such as
lameness and respiratory conditions which require long-term treatment. Also
includes a special section dealing with the inherited conditions which affect
some of the gundog breeds. Color photos. 160 pgs.
c. 1997, H/C, (Reg $27.95)... $12.50
Used, Out-Of-print
Condition: Good, ex-library copy with usual library markings,
well-read
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Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice (Canine
Hip Dysplasia)
by: Alexander, Joseph W., DVM
A discussion and new ideas for canine hip dysplasia. Contributing editors
give new insights into this problem. 247 pages, B/W photos & illstrations
c. May, 1992, H/C...$25.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good
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Waltham Book of Clinical Nutrition of the
Dog & Cat
by: Wills, J.M. & Simpson, W.
Clinical nutrition concerns the interaction between nutrition and disease.
This encompasses both nutritional disorders, including problems in feeding
behaviour, and the role of nutritional management in a variety of conditions.
The veterinarian in small animal practice will encounter these problems
daily. The Waltham Book of Clinical Nutrition of the Dog and Cat is divided
into two parts. Part one deals with the principles of clinical nutrition.
Part two presents state-of-the-art critical appraisals of the rationale
behind nutritional management of disease of specific body systems. The chapters
have been written by leading international experts in veterinary medicine
and clinical nutrition. Numerous charts and tables, plus line diagrams and
photographs, enhance the text and make the book an attractive and accessible
manual. 472 pgs.
c. 1994, H/C... $49.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New
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Wolf Within: A New Approach To Caring For Your Dog
by: Alderton, David
Grooming, health, feeding, evolution, anataomy, cross-breeding, domesication,
early life, training, exercise & much more with an understanding of just
how connected he is to the wild wolves of his species. Color phtos. 144
pgs.
c. 1998, H/C...$21.95 |
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Your Dog & Your Cat: How To Take Care Of Them
by: Spaulding, Roy DVM
Covers: housing, exercise, coat, teeth, ears, eyes, nails, administering
medicines, hosptial, home treatment, hygienic treatment for the sick,
breeding, reproductive functions, foods, feeding, water, training the
dog, selection of a dog breed, common diseases. 167 pgs.
c. 1921, H/C...$12.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good
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