Boston Terriers For Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) (Paperback)

by Wendy Bedwell-Wilson (Author)
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Product Description
Has a Boston Terrier stolen your heart? Whether you’re thinking about adding one of these “American Gentlemen” to your home or you already have one, this fun, friendly guide is the key to becoming a responsible and happy puppy parent!

Boston Terriers For Dummies gives you all the basics on raising and living with this intelligent, affectionate breed. You’ll learn where and how this dog originated, what it needs, and how to determine if a Boston Terrier is the right dog for you and your family. From feeding and grooming to basic training, you get all the tips any Boston owner needs to make their dog feel welcome, loved, and well-cared for. You’ll discover how to:

• Understand the breed’s origin and history
• Choose the right Boston Terrier for you
• Puppy-proof your home and yard
• Teach your Boston basic commands
• Housetrain and socialize your puppy
• Correct Boston behavior gone bad
• Handle breed-specific health concerns
• Enhance your dog’s quality of life
• Travel with your Boston—or find a reputable sitter
• Care for the senior dog

Complete with sections on nutrition, first aid, and exercise and play, Boston Terriers For Dummies is the only guide you need to raise a happy, healthy dog!

From the Back Cover
Includes tips on housetraining, socializing, and more

Get the scoop on bringing a Boston Terrier home and raising him right

Have the unmistakable snout, bulging eyes, and endearing snorts that trumpet the Boston Terrier stolen your heart? Whether you're thinking about adding one of these American Gentlemen to your home or already have, this book gives you all the basics on raising and living with this intelligent, affectionate breed — from feeding and healthcare to basic training.

• Choose the right Boston for you

• Puppy-proof your home and yard

• Teach your Boston basic commands

• Correct Boston behavior gone bad

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Product Details

• Paperback: 270 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies (July 17, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470127686
• ISBN-13: 978-0470127681
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #284,288 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not Really Breed-Specific, March 28, 2008

By	M. Langhoff (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

This is not really a book about Boston Terriers - it's more of a general book about dogs. There's less in this book about the breed than you would find on the first page of a Google search. This was a waste of money.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Complete Book!, February 22, 2009

By	David Ferguson (Cloverdale, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

In the process of getting a Boston Terrier puppy, we've read several books including the Boston Terriers for Dummys. We could have saved ourselves the trouble of the other books by just getting this one.

This book had all the same information as the others, but also included detailed health discussions as well as developmental (puppy stages) information which is very helpful. It helped us understand more about proper care as well as growth and needs. It's section on training was also better than most. Highly recommended if you are just buying one book on the subject.

5.0 out of 5 stars BOSTON AND ITS TERRIER, May 25, 2009

By	Luis Bugarini (Mexico) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Perfect insight to Boston Terrier breed. Helpful information to provide the best daily care to Boston Terriers. Get notice that this is a very sensitive breed that needs a gentle hand.