Everything Pug Book: A Complete Guide To Raising, Training, And Caring For Your Pug (Everything (Pets)) [Paperback]

Kim Campbell Thornton (Author)

Book Description

Series: Everything (Pets) | Publication Date: May 1, 2005

Your guide to the world of Pugs!

Pugs have a very long and rich history, but their most enduring legacy has always been their cheerful temperament and social personality. It's no wonder the Pug is still one of the most popular breeds today. With The Everything Pug Book you'll learn all there is to know about your best friend! From adoption methods and training techniques, to specific tips on diet, exercise, and basic care, you can anticipate your Pug's every need and be prepared for any situation.

The Everything Pug Book covers:

Common diseases and health issues

Proper grooming and handling

Effective methods for disciplining your dog

How to encourage socialization

Caring for older Pugs

Whether you've owned a Pug for years, or you're considering adopting one, The Everything Pug Book is the authoritative text for keeping your dog healthy and happy for years to come.

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About the Author

Kim Campbell Thornton is the author of several books, including Why Do Dogs Do That? The former editor of the award-winning magazine Dog Fancy, she is the president of the Cat Writers' Association of America and belongs to the Dog Writers' Association of America and the National Writers Union.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593373147
• ISBN-13: 978-1593373146
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #394,138 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Answered all the questions, July 28, 2005

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Heather Spoonster (Palm Harbor, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Everything Pug Book: A Complete Guide To Raising, Training, And Caring For Your Pug (Everything (Pets)) (Paperback)

We thought that this book was great. It has really helped us since we became new pug owners. It explained about health concerns and potty training, to what kind of toys pugs like the best. I would highly reccommend this book to anyone thinking about getting a pug!

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything Pug Book, February 6, 2007

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N. Hubbell (Alexandria, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Everything Pug Book: A Complete Guide To Raising, Training, And Caring For Your Pug (Everything (Pets)) (Paperback)

Great book! Very practical information about what pugs need as far as bathing, skin fold wiping (beware of swamp face), and other general pug hygiene. Very practical training tips, such as belly rubbing to assure your pug that you are dominant (as well as providing a delightful belly rub) and choosing useful words for training, such as "off" instead of "no jumping," so that that your pug can be praised with the same word, for example, "Good Off," which then serves as a built-in reward (and doesn't exhaust the word "No"). Interesting and funny information on pug personalities. What's not to love about a pug?

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pugs are Lovable, October 28, 2007

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BeatleBangs1964 (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Everything Pug Book: A Complete Guide To Raising, Training, And Caring For Your Pug (Everything (Pets)) (Paperback)

Wonderful book replete with information about pug care, i.e. grooming, cleaning their facial folds and finger curling their doubly curled tails when they are still puppies.

You also get to read about training and breeding your pug and overall good dog care specific to this breed. You learn what words and short commands tend to work best for pugs and you and your pug can share in the rewards - limitless pug cuddles. You even get some humorous "pug tales" as well. What is not to love about a pug? Pugs are so lovable!