Golden Retrievers for Dummies - Paperback

by Nona K. Bauer (Author)

Get the most out of this Golden breed

Man's best friend doesn't get any better than the Golden Retriever. Originally bred as hunting companions who retrieved birds and hares and delivered them to hand, the breed today is much more than "just a hunting dog." Highly intelligent and eager-to-please, Golden Retrievers have a history as working dogs that makes them easy to train. Attired in a luxurious fur coat and blessed with a gentle and affectionate nature, they are the third most popular breed in the United States and a favorite for families with young children.

Written in a friendly style by Retriever-owner Nona Kilgore Bauer, the 2nd edition of Golden Retrievers For Dummies puts everything you need to know about your furry friend right in your hand. You'll learn how to care for a Golden Retriever from puppyhood to its stately golden years and how to communicate with them better. You'll also learn about grooming and training, as well as how to deal with common ailments and behaviors.

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Whatever you're looking for from your Golden Retriever, this book will help you get there, making for happiness all around--and many golden years ahead

Back Jacket

• Learn the characteristics of the breed
• What you need to know about grooming, illnesses, and disease
• Potty training, obedience, nutrition, and more

Nurture and train your lifelong companion
Looking for man's best friend? Look no further than the Golden Retriever--one of the friendliest, most intelligent, and most popular breeds. Golden Retrievers For Dummies, 2nd Edition, is your guide to training, raising, and living happily with your dog. This book contains all the need-to-know information about your Golden. From puppy years to senior living, grooming to feeding, and beyond, this is your guide to keeping your Golden Retriever happy and healthy.

Inside...

• Get acquainted with the breed
• Learn about your unique dog
• Maintain your dog's health
• Exercise and entertain your dog
• Handle behavior problems
• Care for your senior Golden
• Teach basic tricks
• Provide excellent nutrition

Author Biography

Nona Kilgore Bauer has shared her life with Goldens for more than 40 years. Her dogs have won many obedience and other working titles, and Nona is a 15-time Dog Writers Association of America nominee (and winner). She has written over two dozen books on canine subjects, including the previous edition of Golden Retrievers For Dummies.