At last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training and companionship!
You'll not only learn about the specie-specific traits of your special pet you'll also learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective; how to feed, groom and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together.
The Shetland Sheepdog is written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist Bardi McLennan. Best of all, the book is filled with info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet easy and enjoyable. 1. What Is a Shetland Sheepdog? 2. The Shetland Sheepdog's Ancestry. 3. The World According to the Shetland Sheepdog. PART TWO: Living with a Shetland Sheepdog. 4. Bringing Your Shetland Sheepdog Home. 5. Feeding Your Shetland Sheepdog. 6. Grooming Your Shetland Sheepdog. 7. Keeping Your Shetland Sheepdog Healthy. PART THREE: Enjoying Your Dog. 8. Basic Training (lan Dunbar, Ph.D., MRCVS). 9. Getting Active with Your Dog (Bardi McLennan). 10. Your Dog and Your Family (Bardi McLennan). 11. Your Dog and Your Community (Bardi McLennan). PART FOUR: Beyond the Basics. 12. Recommended Reading. 13. Resources.