Collins complete dog owner's manual - Amy Marder

A comprehensive, beautifully illustrated guide to all aspects of owning a dog, whether a pedigree or a mongrel. Offering an appealing combination of accurate and practical information, stunning specially-commissioned photographs and eye-catching design.

The Collins Complete Dog Owner's Manual is divided into five colour-coded parts, making it easy to locate the information you want quickly.

All the practical aspects of dog ownership are covered here:

Part 1: You and your dog
Choosing a dog: your needs and what to look for; looking after a puppy; bringing your new dog home; housing and bedding; spaying and neutering; grooming; exercise requirements; feeding your dog; practical and legal concerns; when you go away: boarding (kennelling) and travelling.

Part 2: Healthcare for your dog
Provides information on basic healthcare, including common health problems and how to manage them. First Aid: a ready-reference.

Part 3: Training your dog
Covers the fundamentals of dog obedience training and contains an illustrated step-by-step guide.

Part 4: Breeding and showing
Advice for novices planning to breed or show their dog, including tips from the experts.

Part 5: A guide to breeds
An authoritative and superbly illustrated guide to the 100 most popular dogs.