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American Bulldog (Dog Breed Book) [Hardcover]

Abe Fishman (Author)

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Series: Dog Breed Book | Publication Date: December 31, 2000

No longer a well-kept secret in the United States, the American Bulldog is enjoying a renaissance of interest around the world. Undeniably handsome and athletic, this magnificent bulldog, once used solely for farm and ranch work, is now employed as a working protection dog and a loyal home companion. Author Abe Fishman provides a controversial but thoroughly accurate retelling of the breed’s history and its recreation in the US. His experience with the breed and his candor prove both enlightening and uncompromising, as he recommends proper training, conditioning and rearing techniques for all American Bulldog owners. From the insightful chapter about the breed’s characteristics to the advice-packed sections on puppy selection, house-training, obedience work and solving puppy problems, this new Comprehensive Owner’s Guide proves to be an excellent addition to every bully breed lover’s library. In addition to chapters discussing everyday care, feeding and home safety, the book also includes a reliable, up-to-date chapter on preventive healthcare, covering the selection of a veterinarian, parasite control, vaccinations and preventive care, written by Harvard lecturer and popular veterinarian, Dr. Lowell Ackerman. Illustrated with many remarkable color photographs, this volume brings this bright and agile canine athlete to life. For the right family seeking an active, trainable and good-looking guard dog and pet, the American Bulldog will not fail to delight.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 160 pages
Publisher: Interpet Publishing (December 31, 2000)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0966859243
ISBN-13: 978-0966859249
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 6.8 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds

Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,456,091 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have for AM Bulldog Owners, November 16, 2009

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I've never had a bulldog before so needed all the info I could get and this book has it all. History, personality, grooming, behavior, training, nutrition, you name it. Great book!

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3.0 out of 5 stars American Bulldog comprehensive owner's guide, March 27, 2009

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Basicly a good book exspecially for someone new to the breed.I just didn't agree with authors verison of history of breed.Plus didn't give Mr.John D. Johnson the credit he deserved for is part in preserving such a wonderfull breed.Do your research before purchaseing this breed.It's loyal,non agressive,this dog will stand & protect it's family pack with it's last breath.Yet those of us lucky enough to own one or more knows it's one of the best breeds on Earth.

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3.0 out of 5 stars so so, March 14, 2007

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its a little to text book for me... i noticed that the writer kind of rambled a bit but it does have some good info.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, great reference
Have never raised a dog from being a puppy on and this was a great tool to help with that process and to have me prepared for that process.

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4.0 out of 5 stars AB's Rule!
I did not buy the book as I decided against getting an American Bulldog. No offense to AB devotees but I want a dog that does not require constant vigilance for fights at dog... Read more

Published on April 30, 2009 by A Pauled

5.0 out of 5 stars Great information on american bulldogs
I found this book had great information about american bulldogs. It tells the breed's history & also gives alot of info about how to care for american bulldogs.

Published on January 21, 2009 by lindsay

5.0 out of 5 stars This book helped....
...my son to choose this breed of dog, it gives great background on the American Bulldog and what to look for in a well bred one.

Published on May 29, 2007 by Debbie

2.0 out of 5 stars Good book ,BUT !!!
This book is a ok book has some good tips and info that you can find in most books on AB's .The guy has no Idea about AB's , I mean the many theories of the breed and his negative... Read more

Published on February 21, 2007 by B. Beavers

5.0 out of 5 stars american bulldog (comprehensive owner's guide)
very good book helps me everyday understand my american bulldog. it is written so that things are easy to find and really easy to understand.

Published on August 24, 2006 by Jannette Barton

1.0 out of 5 stars I cant believe this guy is published
between his random babble, run-on sentances that lead nowhere, out of the blue paragraph openings and subject and not to mention his "theory" on the American Bulldog I wouldnt... Read more

Published on May 26, 2005 by Jon Mulhern

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catch work, veterinary surgeon, crate training, dog tick, puppy teeth, relief area, exercise programme

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American Bulldog, Pit Bull, United States, English Bulldog, United Kingdom

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