{"product_id":"dogs-for-dummies-9781119609070","title":"Dogs for Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIt's a \"doggy-dog\" world, and this easy-to-use guide will help you navigate it.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese days, people's dogs have become bona fide members of the family. Moving from the kennel to the couch, they share our beds, family rooms, and holidays; and they are recipients of our kindest and utmost concern. A pet partnership is a lifetime commitment. Do it right, and your dog will become an important and valuable part of the family for many years. Do it wrong, and you've broken a sacred covenant between humankind and another living being.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e is for you if you are looking to adopt a dog, trying to improve the relationship with the one you have, or attempting to come up with fun things to do with your canine companion. This book is also for people who want to\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the right veterinarian\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the dog-breeding business\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind breed-rescue groups\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify canine health problems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLook for a purebred\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eImprove your chances at pet success by knowing how to raise and live with your dog properly. Discover which breed best suits your lifestyle, and if a puppy or adult dog is best for you. \u003ci\u003eDogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e also covers the following topics and more: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCaring for an aging dog\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoosing collars, harnesses, halters, and leashes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConsidering euthanasia\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeeding Fido the right way\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHouse training puppies and adult dogs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeeping up appearances with good grooming\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eParticipating in canine competitions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing your dog for a disaster\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraveling with your dog\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAward-winning author Gina Spadafori says the lack of accurate information -- \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e the lack of effort or concern -- is often the reason for doomed people-pet pairings. With her help, you can avoid the agony. \u003ci\u003eDogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e is full of useful tips, how-to advice, illustrations, and photographs (both color and black-and-white). You deserve a healthy, happy, and well-mannered canine companion; and you'll be the owner every pet wants and deserves -- informed, responsible, and loving.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eP.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you're probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Dogs For Dummies (9780764552748). The book you see here shouldn't be considered a new or updated product. But if you're in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We're always writing about new topics! \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGina Spadafori\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning veterinary medical writer. She is the coauthor of \u003ci\u003eCats For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBirds For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50566422528274,"sku":"9781119609070","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c860e06b-e096-40f6-b020-a10732d5b04f.jpg?v=1731898439","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/dogs-for-dummies-9781119609070","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}