Boston Terriers For Dummies
Description
Boston Terriers For Dummies gives you all the basics on raising and living with this intelligent, affectionate breed. You’ll learn where and how this dog originated, what it needs, and how to determine if a Boston Terrier is the right dog for you and your family. From feeding and grooming to basic training, you get all the tips any Boston owner needs to make their dog feel welcome, loved, and well-cared for. You’ll discover how to:
- Understand the breed’s origin and history
- Choose the right Boston Terrier for you
- Puppy-proof your home and yard
- Teach your Boston basic commands
- Housetrain and socialize your puppy
- Correct Boston behavior gone bad
- Handle breed-specific health concerns
- Enhance your dog’s quality of life
- Travel with your Boston—or find a reputable sitter
- Care for the senior dog
Complete with sections on nutrition, first aid, and exercise and play, Boston Terriers For Dummies is the only guide you need to raise a happy, healthy dog!
Introduction 1Part I: That Bullish Terrier 7
Chapter 1: Welcome to Boston! 9
Chapter 2: Tracking the Boston Terrier 19
Chapter 3: Committing to a Lifetime of Care 29
Chapter 4: A Match Made in Boston 41
Part II: Caring for Your Boston Terrier 53
Chapter 5: Preparing for Your Boston’s Homecoming 55
Chapter 6: Welcome Home! 75
Chapter 7: Eating Well 89
Chapter 8: Looking Good 101
Part III: Stepping Out 117
Chapter 9: Housetraining for Bostons 119
Chapter 10: Socializing for Life 129
Chapter 11: Training and Behavior 147
Chapter 12: Taking Training to the Next Level 165
Chapter 13: Traveling with (Or without)Your Boston 179
Part IV: Health and Well-Being 195
Chapter 14: Your Visit to the Veterinarian 197
Chapter 15: Breed-Specific Ailments 217
Chapter 16: First Aid 227
Chapter 17: Caring for the Senior Dog 237
Part V: The Part of Tens 249
Chapter 18: Ten Trivia Tidbits about Bostons 251
Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Make Your Boston’s Day 255
Index 259
Wendy Bedwell-Wilson writes feature stories for consumer, trade, and online pet and lifestyle magazines, including Pet Product News, Veterinary Practice News, Puppies USA, and Dog World.
Includes tips on housetraining, socializing, and more
Get the scoop on bringing a Boston Terrier home and raising him right
Have the unmistakable snout, bulging eyes, and endearing snorts that trumpet the Boston Terrier stolen your heart? Whether you're thinking about adding one of these American Gentlemen to your home or already have, this book gives you all the basics on raising and living with this intelligent, affectionate breed from feeding and healthcare to basic training.
Discover how to:
- Choose the right Boston for you
- Puppy-proof your home and yard
- Teach your Boston basic command
- Correct Boston behavior gone bad
PUBLISHER:
Wiley
ISBN-13:
9780470127681
BINDING:
Paperback
BISAC:
Pets
BOOK DIMENSIONS:
Dimensions: 152.40(W) x Dimensions: 233.70(H) x Dimensions: 20.30(D)
AUDIENCE TYPE:
General/Adult
LANGUAGE:
English