Learn what to expect when taking a Boston Terrier to the veterinarian and what questions to ask. This book also describes health problems commonly associated with this breed and how to prevent or treat these ailments.
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Discover a whole new world of dogs® with these revolutionary, breed-specific guides accompanied by a free DVD.
From the leader in responsible animal care for over 50 years comes this exciting series of dog breed titles. Written by professional pet writers who are also experts on the breeds, each book is filled with valuable information on a variety of topics that are essential for cultivating health and happiness in a canine companion.
Every book in the Terra-Nova series contains:
* 192 pages of brand new text, featuring highly breed-specific information
* an extensive health chapter, reviewed and approved by a respected veterinarian
* chapters on feeding, grooming, and beginner and advanced training
* a bonus DVD featuring socialization, safety, and training advice from a professional dog trainer and detailed information from a veterinarian on what happens at the vet and how to perform regular home health checks
* a comprehensive resource section
* an ideal mixture of informative text and accompanying photographs--plus sidebars and tip boxes
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Affectionately nicknamed the "American Gentleman," this sturdy, compact dog is spunky, active, and curious. The Boston Terrier has the uncanny ability to mirror his owner's moods -- if you're happy, he's happy. Smart and quick to learn, this social housedog forms a very close bond with the members of his family.
This total care guide contains colorful sidebars, boxes, and photographs that illustrate key topics essential to Boston Terrier owners. An excellent source of accurate, in-depth information, The Boston Terrier will help you and your family raise a healthy and well-behaved canine companion.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Book for New Owners,
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This review is from: The Boston Terrier (Terra Nova Series) (Hardcover)
This is a very good book filled with background information on the breed, breed characteristics, and training suggestions. It is not very long which actually makes the book very readable. The training methods are very good, as well. Because the book provides just enough information for the average Boston parent on the numerous topics that it covers, some owners looking for extremely in-depth and lengthy explanations might want to look elsewhere. Otherwise, most owners who want a well-trained pet and who also want to learn a little bit about the breed would be pleased with this book.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
A USEFUL AND WELL DESIGNED BOOK.,
This review is from: The Boston Terrier (Terra Nova Series) (Hardcover)
This is one of those books that must be evaluated and assessed from the point of view as to what the reader is looking for; what the reader needs and what the reader already knows about this wonderful little breed of dog.
Everyone has their own favorite breed and the Boston terrier happens to be one of our favorite. We currently have two; both of whom live and get along quite well with our family and our other two dogs which are rescued dogs from a local shelter. In our case (meaning my wife and myself) we have been involved with dogs all of our lives on quite a few levels. All that being said.... This 192 page book which was first published in 2005 is an excellent book for those who are anticipating bringing a Boston terrier into their family or someone who is new to the breed. The author and her consultants have given a very good overview and most certainly have covered all of the basics. There are a number of considerations to make before purchasing this work. First, this book does cover all of the basics. Many of these basics are all breed applicable and rather generic in nature. In most cases a puppy is a puppy, good nutrition is good nutrition and training methods pretty well apply to any and all breeds. If you want a very good and in depth book on dog care there are better books on the market. If you want a good book on the training of dogs then you have a choice of literally hundreds and hundreds available and the purchaser simply needs to find the one that works for them in their particular situation. Second, this book does give a very good rundown on the breed specifications, which to the newcomer can be quite confusing. The author has done a very nice job in explaining the vague and at times, archaic terms used in officially describing this breed. Third, the book is accompanied by a nice DVD which is informative and well done. Fourth, this books is filled with wonderful color pictures of Boston Terriers (Something I never tire of looking at), in all stages of development, color patterns and conformations. The photographs are of high quality and pleasing to the eye. Fifth, this work gives a very good description of the personality of these unique animals; their personality traits, most of which are good and what to do with the occasional problem dog. Sixth, is the overall advice as to diet, exercise and health requirements. It should be noted here that some of this information is a bit dated but not to the extent that it would be harmful to the dog and certainly not to the extent that would make this work less than useful. Seventh, if the owners of these terriers plan to breed their dogs then you would want a book addressing that subject alone. While the author gives a passing nod to genetics, it must be noted that it is extremely vague. This is an extremely important aspect of breeding and not to be taken lightly and is complicated to the extreme...you really have to know what you are doing before taking the leap in this area. Also, if the owner plans to show their animal, then the information found in this work is rather superficial. This is an extremely complicated procedure and not for the faint of heart. To show a dog you are entering into a completely different world and different culture and it is not a step to one should go into without a lot of information and/or experience. Showing dogs is a way of life and anyone contemplating this "hobby" should think long and hard before they do so. When all is said and done, this is an excellent "entry level" book and the new owner of a Boston terrier will find it very useful. Don Blankenship The Ozarks
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Thorough and Handsome publication,
This review is from: The Boston Terrier (Terra Nova Series) (Hardcover)
Hands down the best dog book I've ever read.
I own a 4 year old pug and a 4 month old Boston Terrier. Well research breed history and more. Not only does this book excel in breed specific information and issues, but also contains an enormous amount of general dog information on how to train/socialize/etc... the dvd contains information for the first time owner and general dog training, no breed specific information on the dvd.
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