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It's a "doggy-dog" world, and this easy-to-use guide will help you navigate it.These 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.Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, 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 Choose the right veterinarianExplore the dog-breeding businessFind breed-rescue groupsIdentify canine health problemsLook for a purebredImprove 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. Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, also covers the following topics and more: Caring for an aging dogChoosing collars, harnesses, halters, and leashesConsidering euthanasiaFeeding Fido the right wayHouse training puppies and adult dogsKeeping up appearances with good groomingParticipating in canine competitionsPreparing your dog for a disasterTraveling with your dogAward-winning author Gina Spadafori says the lack of accurate information — not the lack of effort or concern — is often the reason for doomed people-pet pairings. With her help, you can avoid the agony. Dogs For Dummies, 2nd Edition, 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.P.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!

Your one-stop guide to caring for your avian companionPet birds are intelligent, affectionate, and rewarding companions. No matter what bird you choose, you need to set up a happy home for him with the right stuff. You also need to keep your bird healthy by performing routine care and knowing what a healthy bird looks like and how he behaves.This friendly guide describes the birds that make the best pets, explains how to select the bird that's best for you, offers tips on bonding with your feathered friend, and provides expert advice on feeding and environmental enrichment that will keep these intelligent pets engaged. Benefit from a full-color guide to pet birdsChoose the right bird based on your budget and lifestyleCreate a bird-friendly environment that minimizes noise and messBond with your winged petIf you’re ready for your love of birds to take flight, this book has everything you need.

Everything you need to take care of your feline friend Cats are the purrfect pets: they’re relatively easy to care for, a blast to play with, and sure to win the heart of every member of your family with their loving nature—and sometimes sassy demeanor!Cats For Dummies gives you expert insight into everything from cat behavior to what makes each type of feline unique. With this easy-to-understand guide, you'll be able to tackle those tough cat-astrophes from dealing with problem behaviors like scratching the furniture and missing the litter box—all while learning to understand what your cat is trying to tell you. Happily bring a cat or kitten into your lifeKeep your new four-legged family member comfortable and safeLive a happy feline-friendly lifeKeep your cat in prime healthWhether you're looking to get your first kitten or adopt a senior cat, this book covers all the basics of feline cat care.

"Katzen für Dummies" bietet umfassendes und praktisches Wissen für Katzenbesitzer. Lernen Sie die verschiedenen Katzenrassen kennen und erhalten Sie Hilfe bei der Auswahl der richtigen Katze. Erfahren Sie nützliche Informationen zur Katzentoilette und Katzenklappe und zur Ernährung und Gesundheit Ihres Stubentigers. Gina Spadafori zeigt Ihnen, wie Sie Ihre Katze erziehen und gibt Tipps, wie Sie mögliche Verhaltensprobleme in den Griff bekommen. Mit diesem Buch werden Sie als Katzenhalter die Besonderheiten Ihrer Katze zu schätzen wissen.