Bulldogs For Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)) (Paperback)

by Susan M. Ewing (Author)
Key Phrases: elongated soft palate, multiple dogs, tracking titles, The Busy Bulldog, Acquainting Yourself, Keeping Your Bulldog Healthy (more...)

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Product Description
Find out how to select, train, and care for your Bulldog

Though originally bred for bull baiting, today's Bulldogs are calm, dignified, and courageous - and make great pets. Whether you're already a Bulldog owner or you're thinking about becoming one, this friendly guide will answer your questions and help you and your Bully live happily ever after. From choosing your dog to training, diet, and health, it's just what you need for Bulldog success!

Discover how to
* Understand the breed and its history
* Buy or adopt a healthy Bulldog
* Housetrain your Bulldog and teach basic commands
* Keep your Bulldog well-groomed and active
* Watch for breed-specific health problems

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Find out how to select, train, and care for your Bulldog

Though originally bred for bull baiting, today's Bulldogs are calm, dignified, and courageous — and make great pets. Whether you're already a Bulldog owner or you're thinking about becoming one, this friendly guide will answer your questions and help you and your Bully live happily ever after. From choosing your dog to training, diet, and health, it's just what you need for Bulldog success!

Discover how to

• Understand the breed and its history
• Buy or adopt a healthy Bulldog
• Housetrain your Bulldog and teach basic commands
• Keep your Bulldog well-groomed and active
• Watch for breed-specific health problems

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Product Details

• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies (January 4, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764599798
• ISBN-13: 978-0764599798
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #63,119 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Review of Bulldogs For Dummies - 2007, March 15, 2007

By	Julie Johnson "Julie" (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

I thought the book was just "okay." I was disapointed because it didnt seem to be specifically written about the English Bulldog breed - many comments were just general helpful hints on how to train dogs, etc with just a few known bulldog specific comments like how the breed is prone to overheat. I dont even think the writer, Susan Ewing has owned or does own an english bulldog - her credits read other breeds of dogs she has owned and english bulldog was not listed. I'd get another book or do research online. I've read several bulldog books and still found the best stuff on breeders' websites. Good luck!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book, February 6, 2007

By	Emmaleigh "eeyorefive" (California) - See all my reviews

I liked this book. It was easy to read and I went thru it quickly. I bought several bulldog books and although this wasn't my favorite one I did like the info in it. The dummy line of books are pretty good and this one is too.

5.0 out of 5 stars I love Dummy books, April 14, 2009

By	S. SPEIGHT "SP8girl" (Quartz Hill, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

and this one is no different.
I bought this prior to getting my bulldog just to make sure I knew what I was doing and what to expect. I've referred back to this book many times in the first few months of getting my Bella.
Lots of information on potty training, what toys to get, how to take care of her tear stained fur, and how to train a little. I think I've got a well-rounded bully but she's so smart it was easy on my part:) She doesn't think she's a bulldog though. When we're at the park, she wants to run with the 'long-legs' and she tries to herd them. There's nothing in the book for this:)