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One of Scotland's most irresistible wonders, the Cairn Terrier is as active and industrious as he is charming and sweet. As a home companion, show dog and, of course, terrier, the Cairn Terrier fits into most living situations and consistently steals the hearts of owners, judges and all whom he meets. This book provides the much-needed factual information about the Cairn and its ancestry, character and standard, as well as the proper selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and behaviour of the breed. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy-proofing the home, preparing for the pup's arrival and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an extremely authoritative text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full colour, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive. Helpful hints and important information are highlighted to provide easy access to everything the reader needs to know about life with a Cairn Terrier. Whether it!
's housebreaking problems, allergies or fleas, this book is the way to prevention, providing the reader with the necessary guidance an owner needs from puppyhood through the senior years. Recommended by top breeders and trainers, this book is the responsible first choice of every new owner of a Cairn Terrier. Topics discussed include: history of the Cairn Terrier, characteristics of the Cairn Terrier, the Cairn Terrier Breed Standard, your Cairn Terrier puppy, everyday care of your Cairn Terrier, housebreaking and training your Cairn Terrier, health care of your Cairn Terrier, when your Cairn Terrier gets old and showing your Cairn Terrier.
Excerpted from Cairn Terrier by Robert Jamieson. Copyright © 2000. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved.
The Cairn Terrier is the plucky little dog that hails from the rugged Scottish Highlands. Although this is a game dog with an all-terrier disposition, he is also a loving companion whether he lives in a flat in the city or in a large house in the country. This book will give you the history, description and the standard of the Cairn Terrier. You will also learn about puppy care, training and the health of the breed. With the colour photographs, you will see that this terrier is cute as a button and a wonderful companion. This may not be the dog for everyone as terriers are active, busy dogs and this breed is no exception. However, if you like a lively dog, one who will be a devoted family member, this may be the dog for you. And, as is true with most other breeds, once you give your heart and home to a Cairn Terrier, you will remain a devotee to the breed for a lifetime.