Coton De Tulear (Comprehensive Owner's Guide) (Hardcover)

~ Wolfgang Knorr (Author), Elke Ulber (Translator), Thomas Ulber (Translator) "It is an onerous undertaking to try and describe a dog breed with competence when hardly any literature about the breed can be found, when..." (more)
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An exciting "new" bichon breed of ancient origins, the Coton de Tuléar hails from the island nation of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean and is as unique as its homeland. Adorned with a "cotton-like" coat, from which the breed derives its name, the Coton de Tuléar makes a distinctive companion dog, prized around the world for its intelligence, beauty and hardiness.

This Special Rare-Breed Edition dedicated to the Coton de Tuléar is the only book of its kind about this unique breed and a much-needed resource for new owners and all fanciers who love and admire this lovely Madagascan jewel. Written by long-time breed fancier Wolfgang Knorr, this book provides insightful chapters on breed history, characteristics of the breed, as well as puppy selection, house-training, obedience training, health care and showing. Illustrated with over 135 full-color photographs, the book proves to be as attractive as it is informative and is a must for everyone interested in this delightful rare breed.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 158 pages
• Publisher: Kennel Club Books (September 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 159378354X
• ISBN-13: 978-1593783549
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 6.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #55,039 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Coton De Tulear (Kennel Club Breed Series), January 23, 2007

By	Carola Zitzmann (Holladay, Utah) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I found this book to be very helpful and extremely interesting since. Finding information about these rare dogs is difficult and so I was pleased to find this book was even available. I also enjoyed the photo's in the book and the hints on training and grooming. I would recommend it to anyone considering a Coton De Tulear.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Coton de Tulear, January 12, 2007

By	Coton enthusiast (Jacksonville, FL, USA) - See all my reviews

This volume contains an excellent description of breed characteristics and history of the Coton. Showing and training tips are practical and valuable. The section on health care is well presented. Photographs are abundant and beautiful.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Coton De Tulear Book, July 27, 2008

By	Lori A. Smith "lori smith" (marin county, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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A great book for the Coton owner! Our new puppy, Isabelle is the first Coton that we've ever owned, so I wanted to gain as much information about the breed as I possibly could. This book was great! It has information on the history of the Coton, as well as what to expect of the breed, and good information on raising a Coton puppy. The book contains great photos. I highly recommend this book for the first time owner of a Coton, as well as those familiar with the breed. Not many books about this breed available at pet stores or book stores, so I was very pleased to find the book through Amazon!