Book Description
This book provides the much-needed factual information about the Dachshund and its ancestry, character and standard, as well as the proper selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and showing. 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. Recommended by top breeders and trainers, this book is the responsible first choice of every new owner of a Dachshund.
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Defined by its long and low outline, the Dachshund, whether sporting a Smooth, Wire or Long coat, in Miniature or Standard varieties, is counted amongst the most popular dogs in the world. This lively and intelligent dog is the symbol of courage and boldness, hailed as one of Germany’s greatest contributions to the dog world. What compares to the loyalty, pride and fidelity of a Dachshund? Only those same qualities in the Dachshund’s owners! Once you have been owned by a Dachshund, there is no turning back. This book provides the much-needed factual information about the Dachshund and its ancestry, character and standard, as well as the proper selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and showing. 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 Dachshund. Whether it’s basic training 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 Dachshund. Topics discussed include: History of the Dachshund; Characteristics of the Dachshund; The Dachshund Breed Standard; Your Dachshund puppy; Everyday care of your Dachshund; Housebreaking and training your Dachshund; Health care of your Dachshund; Showing your Dachshund.
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