Rhodesian Ridgebacks (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) [Paperback]

Sue Fox (Author)

Book Description

Series: Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals | Publication Date: August 1, 2003

The hardy Rhodesian Ridgeback is a loyal companion to its owner, but must be rigorously trained as a puppy to ensure its consistent obedience when it is matures. Titles in Barron's wide-ranging and heavily illustrated selection of Complete Pet Owner's Manuals present sound and useful information for pet owners. High-quality photos are in color and line drawings are anatomically accurate. These fact-filled books instruct owners on how to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, caged pets, reptiles, and virtually every other animal that people are likely to keep as a pet. Books in this series are written by breeders, trainers, veterinarians, and other pet-care specialists. They advise on purchasing, feeding, health care, training, grooming, and all other aspects of responsible pet ownership.

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From the Back Cover

[back cover]
Information and advice to help you
take good care of your Rhodesian Ridgeback

The typical Rhodesian Ridgeback: its origins, anatomy, physical traits, temperament, and more
Expert advice: feeding, health care, training, grooming, exercise, and play activities
Understanding your Rhodesian Ridgeback: its body language and other ways of communicating with you

Step-by-step directions for everyday care of your dog

Informative checklists and sidebars

Handsome full-color photos

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This hardy canine is a loyal companion, but requires rigorous training as a puppy to ensure its consistent obedience as an adult.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (August 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764123769
• ISBN-13: 978-0764123764
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 6.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #252,046 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #43 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Home & Garden > Animal Care & Pets > Dogs > Breeds
  • #73 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Home & Garden > Animal Care & Pets > Dogs > General

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete and Informative, August 6, 2004

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Ralston "ralston" (Mill Valley, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Rhodesian Ridgebacks (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) (Paperback)

This small book, with beautiful and charming pictures and wonderful illustrations, is a complete guide to owning and raising a beautiful Rhodesian Ridgeback. It starts out with a short history of the Ridgeback then moves on to pracical information about owning this very special breed. The information about selecting a puppy, raising the puppy, understanding the adult, training and health are complete. After reading the entire book, I came to a better understanding of the Ridgebacks I have owned and feel more prepared for the puppy I am about to welcome to our home! I highly recommend this book.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New owner's perspective, September 10, 2005

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Courtney L. Sorensen "co_mba_student" (Denver, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rhodesian Ridgebacks (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) (Paperback)

This book was very enlightening to a new potential Ridgeback owner (me), and it helps new/potential owners decide if this breed is right for you. If you get this breed, you MUST be prepared as they are very smart. They remember everything (good and bad), and this book really represents their mentality. It also gives good tips for positive training.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sue knows her Ridgebacks!, August 23, 2005

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Phyllis J. Boyer (Portland, OR USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rhodesian Ridgebacks (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals) (Paperback)

Having been owned by a ridgeback for over 7 years, Ms. Fox was right on with her "complete pet owner's manual." I especially enjoyed the humor she used when discussing the imperative need for early training. I have always had dogs, but this is my first hound and I will always have a ridgeback. Though definately not a dog for everyone, this book educates the owner or potential owner on the cons and many pros of living with this wonderful breed.