The old rules don't always apply to adopted dogs, whose training, past behaviors, and health histories may be a mystery. At last, here's the one-stop bible that acknowledges their special needs and covers every detail of daily life. In chapters reviewed by experts in veterinary medicine, nutrition, and training, pet parents will learn:
* Where to find your perfect canine companion * All about breeds and mixed breeds and how you can adopt any type of dog * Smart guidelines for adoption success * Realistic expenses of dog care * What to expect when you bring your new pup home (and long after) * How to prevent runaways and protect your dog from all types of harm * Clicker, target stick, and other re-training methods * Humane ways to modify undesirable behaviors * How to introduce new diets and take the guesswork out of feeding * Holistic and conventional medical treatments * Daily hygiene and caring for your sick pup inside and out * The impact of travel and changes at home * What to do when it's time to say good-bye
Plus recipes, doggy workouts, heartwarming true stories of adopted dogs and their happy parents, information on saving dogs on a larger scale, and much, much more!
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