The German Shepherd Dog: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet [Hardcover]

Liz Palika (Author)

Book Description

Series: Happy Healthy Pet | Publication Date: September 19, 1995

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that's reliable, up-to-date, and complete. These guides feature:

• Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topics
• Full-color photos throughout
• Basic information on the breed, species, or topic
• Complete coverage of care, health, grooming, training, and more
• Tips and techniques to make life with a pet more rewarding

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

At last, a book about your pet that emphasizes total care, training and companionship! You'll not only learn about the specie-specific traits of your special pet you'll also learn what the world's like from your pet's perspective; how to feed, groom and keep your pet healthy; and how to enjoy your pet through training and activities you can do together. The German Shepherd Dog is written by a breed expert and includes a special chapter on training by Dr. Ian Dunbar, internationally renowned animal behaviorist, and chapters on getting active with your dog by long-time Dog Fancy magazine columnist, Bardi McLennan. Best of all, the book is filled with info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet easy and enjoyable.

About the Author

Liz Palika had German Shepherd Dogs for years before getting involved with her current breed, the Australian Shepherd. She is a regular contributor to Dog Fancy magazine.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: Howell Book House (September 19, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876053827
• ISBN-13: 978-0876053829
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,520,564 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Liz Palika has been writing professionally since 1985 when she was first published in DOG FANCY magazine. Since then she has written more than 65 books and more than 1,000 magazine articles and columns. She has been published in DOG FANCY, DOG WORLD, CATS, CAT FANCY, AKC GAZETTE, and other pet publications, as well as NEWSWEEK, THE SATURDAY EVENING POST and WOMEN FIRST.

Her books include PUPPY LOVE and THE KISS GUIDE TO RAISING A PUPPY; both of which are favorites with new puppy owners. THE ULTIMATE DOG TREAT COOKBOOK received rave reviews in magazines and newspapers all over the country, including USA TODAY. ALL DOGS NEED SOME TRAINING was listed by PET LIFE MAGAZINE as one of the ten best training books available to dog owners.

Liz's books have been awarded many honors. THE HOWELL BOOK OF DOGS was awarded Best Reference Book by the Dog Writers Association of America and was nominated as Best Nonfiction Book by San Diego Book Awards. AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD: CHAMPION OF VERSATILITY won Best Breed Book from Dog Writers Association of America and Best Nonfiction Book from San Diego Book Writers. SAVE THAT DOG! won best General Reference Book from Dog Writers and the First ASPCA Pet Overpopulation Answers Award from the ASPCA. Liz's work has also won awards from Cat Writers and Purina, as well as others from Dog Writers. Liz was honored with the San Diego Leadership Award, was a North County Woman of Merit, and in 2005 was awarded Dog Writers Distinguished Service Award.

Liz has an international platform to connect with her readers. Not only is her podcast, "It's a Doggy Dog World" on PetLifeRadio.com the #1 most downloaded show on that site, but she is also a blogger for the PetConnection.com.

Liz has been teaching dogs and their owners in North County San Diego for almost 25 years. Her dog training is based on an understanding of dogs and what makes them tick. Liz is a Certified Dog Trainer (CDT)and a Certified Behavioral Consultant. She is an AKC CGC (Canine Good Citizen) Evaluator #4182.

Working in Vista, California (San Diego County), Liz is the owner of Kindred Spirits Dog Training and sees more than a thousand dogs and their owners every year. Liz and her dogs, over the years have participated and trained in many dog sports, including agility, carting, conformation, herding, obedience, search and rescue, therapy dog work, and more.

Liz and her husband Paul share their home with three Australian Shepherds.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A little bit of everything, December 20, 1999

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Karl (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The German Shepherd Dog: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (Hardcover)

Good overview of most aspects of the breed. Not to specific or detailed. There must be better books out there Update those 1970's photos...ugh!

5.0 out of 5 stars Good starter book on GSD, August 6, 2005

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kevin - See all my reviews

This review is from: The German Shepherd Dog: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (Hardcover)

Good starter book. We were looking for a little general knowledge before we commit. This provided it and has given us some confidence in our understanding of the GS breed. Overall pleased. Thanks!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent !, June 18, 2002

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The German Shepherd Dog: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (Hardcover)

Anyone even thinking about getting a German shepherd dog simply must get this book! This book is full of information on German shepherd dog history,grooming,feeding,training,and healthcare. It is very informative,interesting,and the ideal book for raising a happy and healthy German shepherd dog.