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At Last! A Beginner's Guide to Canine Technology
Pee stains on the carpet. Barking at all hours of the night. That embarrassing thing he does with your leg. It's enough to make you cry out, "Why doesn't my dog have an owner's manual?" And now, thankfully, he does.
Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, "The Dog Owner's Manual "explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: Which breeds interface best with children? How can I program my model to fetch? And why is its nose always wet? Whatever your concerns, you'll find the answers right here--courtesy of celebrated veterinarian Dr. David Brunner and acclaimed author Sam Stall. Together, they provide plenty of useful advice for both new and experienced dog owners.
Pee stains on the carpet. Barking at all hours of the night. That embarrassing thing he does with your leg. It's enough to make you cry out, "Why doesn't my dog have an owner's manual?" And now, thankfully, he does.
Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, "The Dog Owner's Manual "explores hundreds of frequently asked questions: Which breeds interface best with children? How can I program my model to fetch? And why is its nose always wet? Whatever your concerns, you'll find the answers right here--courtesy of celebrated veterinarian Dr. David Brunner and acclaimed author Sam Stall. Together, they provide plenty of useful advice for both new and experienced dog owners.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
We have recently homed a dog, and found this book to be by far the most useful tool in looking her (aside from endless dog biscuits). Its witty approach makes for easy and enthusiastic reading, and covers all the basics from initial introductions to other family members (including the cats), to ongoing management.
It's written in a style familiar to anyone that's ever read a haynes manual or computer programming guide. Perfect for the geek that has everything - especially a dog.
Some of the supplementary information is not relevant in the UK, as it's primarily US based. However, my partner had never lived with a dog before, and she found it very reasurring before we took one on.
There's no breed bias (unless you count the sparky looking collies and Jack Russells used in the brilliant illustrations) and goes to great lengths to explain in detail, all the aspects of living and loving your canine. Brilliant
Format:Paperback
I saw this in a book fair in Antwerp of all places and was immediately drawn to it.. it's so different! Good advice, written in an unusual and imaginative way... cool illustrations... True, it is American so you can ignore some USA specific stuff but it is still one of the best books on dog care I've seen ... my brother has just bought a new dog so here I am, ordering another copy!
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
A Great Book!
20 Aug 2004
Format:Paperback
This is a must-have for dog owners and fanciers alike! I bought this with my birthday money, and the humorous text urged me to snatch it from the shelves. It's a book to read when in the bowels of "Dog Ownwer Despair". If you love or like dogs, this is a book you NEED to have!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Your Search Is Over
6 July 2004
Format:Paperback
Average pet owner to professional trainer - you NEED this book in your library. In fact, you no longer need a library at all...this is the book to reference no matter what your canine question or concern. Easy to read and charming illustrations that offer a plethora of informaton covering any aspect of owning, caring, or training a dog. As a companion dog trainer, "the dog owner's manual" has become the most important book I will require my client's to read. Bravo Dr Brunner and Sam Stall!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Excellent gift for new dog owners
20 July 2005
Format:Paperback
Though informative, the real value is in the illustrations and amusing text which has been written in the style of a computer manual. In the section on dog anatomy, nipples are described as preinstalled docking ports for peripherals, noting that "the circuitry of the male model renders these valves inoperative." The book is liberally peppered with gems like these. Another reviewer mentioned that the illustrations are very Ikea and that was spot on--Ikea ought to consider selling this in their pet section. I would not personally use this book to replace a more text-base dog book with photos, but it's ideal as a gift, worth the laughs, and has some interesting facts and essential information.
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