The Complete Book of Dog Care [Paperback]

Leon F. Whitney (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 6, 1985

A revised and updated edition of the classic  guide to owning and caring for a healthy,  well-adjusted dog from puppyhood to old age--everything you need to know about feeding  training, and health care for dogs of every breed and  temperament.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

A revised and updated edition of the classic guide to owning and caring for a healthy, well-adjusted dog from puppyhood to old age -- everything you need to know about feeding training, and health care for dogs of every breed and temperament.

B & W illustrations throughout

From the Inside Flap

A revised and updated edition of the classic guide to owning and caring for a healthy, well-adjusted dog from puppyhood to old age--everything you need to know about feeding training, and health care for dogs of every breed and temperament.

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Doubleday; Rev Sub edition (November 6, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0385155476
• ISBN-13: 978-0385155472
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,585,391 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly Complete, March 21, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Complete Book of Dog Care (Paperback)

Although this is an older book, it is indispensable if you want to be well-informed about your dog. Unlike many newer dog care books I've looked at, this one gives the in-depth detail a concerned dog owner wants. I've turned to it more times than I can count! It may not be the best choice if you just want a real general guide, but if you want a detailed, comprehensive dog care book, this is it!

5.0 out of 5 stars The bible of dog care, October 15, 2011

By 

Studio Products Inc. "Roberts" (Haverhill, MA United States) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: The Complete Book of Dog Care (Paperback)

Years ago, I owned a training kennel. Canine health was a foremost consideration. This book still stands as the best and clearest source for those charged with a dog's care. It's not an instant fix you run to when blood is spurting. It requires that you read it and absorb what's inside rather than consult it only when the dog is in distress.

It's not the most recent publication but, then again neither is Shakespeare the most up to date writer. If you believe Henry V's 'band of brothers' speech could ne better if he texted it to his troops, perhaps you should get you information from magazines at the checkout counter. This is a classic. Dog's have not changed since the 1950's. Their nutritional requirements have not changed nor have their diseases. I can recommend no better book for those who truly care for their dogs.

2.0 out of 5 stars Poorly indexed but has some useful information, April 14, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Complete Book of Dog Care (Paperback)

I think you should read this book cover-to-cover for greatest benefit. The indexing and organization are poor for referencing on an as-needed basis...making it fairly useless in an emergency situation.