The Everything Labrador Retriever Book: A Complete Guide to Raising, Training, and Caring for Your Lab (Everything (Pets)) [Paperback]

Kim Campbell Thornton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 6, 2004 | Series: Everything (Pets)

According to the American Kennel Club, the Labrador retriever has been rated as the most popular purebred dog in America for thirteen consecutive years. In fact, nearly three times as many Labs were registered in 2002 than any other breed. What is it that makes the Labrador retriever so popular? The Everything Labrador Retriever Book is the perfect introduction to America's most popular pet. Written by dog expert Kim Campbell Thornton, The Everything Labrador Retriever Book is packed with professional, breed-specific advice that helps readers raise, care for, and train their Lab safely and successfully. The Everything Labrador Retriever shows readers how to: Choose the right Lab for their family Socialize their new Lab Instill good manners Find the proper diet and exercise regimen for their Lab Deal with common health problems Packed full of photos showing Labs in action, The Everything Labrador Retriever Book is perfect for new and seasoned dog owners!

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About the Author

Kim Campbell Thornton (Lake Forest, CA), an award-winning writer and editor, is the author of several books, including Why Do Dogs Do That? The former editor of the award-winning magazine Dog Fancy, Ms. Thornton is president of the Cat Writers? Association and belongs to the Dog Writers? Association of America and the National Writers Union.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media; 2 edition (May 6, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593370482
• ISBN-13: 978-1593370480
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #44,147 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It really does tell you everything, July 12, 2007

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This review is from: The Everything Labrador Retriever Book: A Complete Guide to Raising, Training, and Caring for Your Lab (Everything (Pets)) (Paperback)

When it says the everything, it does tell you everything. It even has mini tips on facts, alerts and even questions that you may have on a lab. People that want to learn and care, I would highly reccomend this book.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely recommend!, September 8, 2008

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E. Kilgore (Bothell, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Everything Labrador Retriever Book: A Complete Guide to Raising, Training, and Caring for Your Lab (Everything (Pets)) (Paperback)

I purchased this book while we were considering getting a labrador retriever puppy and researching the breed. "The Everything Labrador Retriever Book" has been a terrific resource with information about the breed, where to get your dog, what to look for, how to prepare for the dog, bringing the puppy/dog home, how to keep your dog healthy and happy, basic training tips, etc. Topics are easy to find and read. We've literally used this book every step of the way... in researching breeders, bringing our puppy home, and finding answers to last minute questions as they come up.

My only complaint about the book would be that the suggested questions for breeders are located at the very end of the book... I would think these would be included with the "how to choose a breeder" section earlier in the book. Also, leash training was one of the very first "needs" for us once we brought our pup (6 months when we got him) home, yet the book did not discuss this much. I was able to find leash training tips online, but was disappointed not to find it in the book.

Overall, the book does not contain EVERYTHING you could ever want/need to know, but it comes pretty close. It's definitely a great resource for the novice labrador retriever owner, but may be a bit redundant for those who are more experienced. I definitely recommend this book.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Labrador Retriever, March 13, 2009

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precious mel (Macon, Ga United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Everything Labrador Retriever Book: A Complete Guide to Raising, Training, and Caring for Your Lab (Everything (Pets)) (Paperback)

I have had several labrador retrievers and this book was very helpful in learning basic facts about labs. It gives great tips for training your dog as well as facts that will help you in the future while raising your lab. I think you will be pleased if you purchase this book. It is like an encyclopedia for labrador retreivers.