Written for the pet owner and show dog owner alike, this accessible handbook covers every aspect of keeping cocker spaniels. The main part of the volume is devoted to the care of the breed, with information on buying, feeding, grooming and exercise. It also contains a profile of the breed, with information on its good points and possible drawbacks. A breeding chapter traces the breed's origin and goes on to provide detailed information on planning a litter, maternity care and hand-raring puppies. A section on show dogs includes details on UK and US showing methods for general competitions and where applicable to a breed, field and obedience trials. Each method is illustrated with step-by-step photographs....

From New Guinea singing dogs and toy poodles to Irish Wolfhounds and Dingos, this is the ultimate reference book on the history of dogs. With innovative photography bringing out the breed's behavioral traits, plus tips on training, health, and grooming, this is the only book you'll ever need to understand man's best friend....

"Quite simply this is an excellent book. It is well-written, with snatches of dry humour. It should be mandatory reading for anybody who keeps a dog or has intentions of so doing." —R. W. F. Poole, Daily Telegraph

How do dogs perceive the world about them? How do they see, hear, learn, relate to their owners? How large are their brains, what is their emotional makeup? Why do they suffer from stress and how can it be coped with? Over the last few years a substantial body of knowledge has been built up about the psychology of dog behavior. Combining more than twenty years of practical experience as a veterinary clinician with a personal knowledge and understanding of the latest international research, Dr. Bruce Fogle has written the most inclusive and relevant book on how the canine mind works....

An essential guide for anyone who has a dog or plans to adopt one, this comprehensive reference contains all the information needed to keep a dog happy, healthy, and in top condition....

A comprehensive canine care reference contains sections on nutrition, health, essentials of care, feeding, grooming, first aid, caring for older dogs, obedience training, and other key topics. By the author of Know Your Dog. ...