For the new dog owner carrying home his Maltese puppy today or the potential owner of this miraculous little breed, this colorful beginner’s guide provides accurate, helpful information in an easy-to-use format. Breeders’ Best Maltese tells you precisely what you need to know about purchasing, caring for and owning a Maltese. From how to select a qualified breeder and recognize a healthy, typical puppy to bringing the puppy home, the author guides you every step of the way. World authority and highly esteemed judge Anna Katherine Nicholas offers expert advice about all aspects of caring for the Maltese, including coat care, feeding and training and much more. This Breeders’ Best book promises the best possible start with your new Maltese puppy.
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Well-written and detailed book about the the Maltese breed.,
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Ms. Nicholas' credentials are incredible and she has been involved with dogs most all her life. She judged her first show in 1934 and has written many books. Her knowledge of the canine species and the Maltese breed is evident in her no-nonsense style of writing. Her approach to the book includes history, care, grooming, showing and more.This is the first book on Maltese that I have read which includes a detailed background of the major Maltese kennels in the U.S. It was exciting to see a photo of one of the champion ancestors of my new little puppy, Oswald (11 weeks old). Plus, I now know the history of the other champions in Oswald's lineage. If you are considering showing your dog, this book explains the point system and dog events wonderfully. I could visualize the event as I read her description. Plus, I now clearly understand the mammoth task it is to earn a champion status. Overall, the book is a good read, well organized, and worth the purchase price. It's one you will reference again and again.
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That the Maltese is a breed of dog whose roots go far back into antiquity and that these dogs are native to the Mediterranean area are statements on which historians agree. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
future show dog, stud dog, junior handler, puppy class, professional handler, stud fee, kennel names, show career, coat care, whelping box, foundation stock, championship points Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Villa Malta, Champion Aennchen, Best of Breed, United States, New York, Mike Mar, Toy Group, National Specialty, American Kennel Club, Michele Perlmutter, Barbara Bergquist, Freda Tinsley, Marjorie Martin, Carol Neth, Michael Wolf, Oak Ridge Country Charmer, Rebecca's Desert Valentino, Best of Winners, Challenge Certificate, Denny Mounce, Kathy Di Giacomo, Rena Martin, Anna Mae Hardy, Great Britain, Marcia Hostetter New!
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That the Maltese is a breed of dog whose roots go far back into antiquity and that these dogs are native to the Mediterranean area are statements on which historians agree. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
future show dog, stud dog, junior handler, puppy class, professional handler, stud fee, kennel names, show career, coat care, whelping box, foundation stock, championship points Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Villa Malta, Champion Aennchen, Best of Breed, United States, New York, Mike Mar, Toy Group, National Specialty, American Kennel Club, Michele Perlmutter, Barbara Bergquist, Freda Tinsley, Marjorie Martin, Carol Neth, Michael Wolf, Oak Ridge Country Charmer, Rebecca's Desert Valentino, Best of Winners, Challenge Certificate, Denny Mounce, Kathy Di Giacomo, Rena Martin, Anna Mae Hardy, Great Britain, Marcia Hostetter New!
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- This Is the Skye Terrier by Joan M. Brearley in Front Matter
- The Wonderful World of Beagles and Beagling by Anna K. Nicholas in Front Matter
- Look Inside Great Britain Hb by Joy Richardson on page 17
- Successful Dog Show Exhibiting by Anna Katherine Nicholas in Front Matter
- Book of the Golden Retriever by Anna Katherine Nicholas in Front Matter
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