TITLE:
The HSUS Complete Guide To Dog Care:
Everything You Need to Know to Keep Your Dog
Healthy and Happy

AUTHOR:
Marion S. Lane and the staff of
The Humane Society of the United States

PUBLISHER:
The Humane Society Press
An affiliate of The Humane Society of the United States
2100 L Street, NW,
Washington, DC 20037, USA
Tel: 202-452-1100
Email: Deborah Salem at dsalem@hsus.org
Website: http://www.hsus.org

ISBN #:
0-316-59547-0

RETAIL PRICE:
$16.95 U.S.A.
$23.95 Canada

ABOUT THE BOOK:
This practical, informative, and comprehensive guide covers virtually every
aspect of dog guardianship, including:

* Choosing the right dog - large or small, active or sedentary, purebred or
mixed, puppy or adult

* Preparing for dog's arrival - what to buy in advance and what to expect
when you bring your new dog home

* Finding the best veterinarian - what to look for in a vet, how often you
should take your dog for a checkup and shots, and how you and your dog can
get the most from your visit

* How to maintain your dog's health and hygiene year-round, with tips on
avoiding accidents and injuries, making sure your home is "dog safe," and
what to do in an emergency

* Training and socializing your dog - including information on obedience
training, housetraining, solving common problems such as barking, jumping,
and biting.

* Understanding a dog's individual diet requirements - what nutrients dogs
need, how to read a dog-food label, feeding at different ages, and how to
avoid bad feeding habits.

The focus throughout is on companionship between you and your dog - the
pleasures as well as the responsibilities of dog caretakership.

Whether you're thinking of getting your first dog or you already have a
houseful of canine companions, you'll find The Humane Society of the United
States Complete Guide to Dog Care an indispensable and illuminating reference
- a book that will help you enjoy the time you spend with your dog.

"It is the bible for dog owners.  Clear, concise, indispensable"
~Roger A. Caras, Former President, American Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals

"This is an excellent, engaging, accessible, and sensible work.  It is filled
with genuine affection and respect for these unique beings we call dogs."
~Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, Ph.D., author of
When Elephants Weep and Dogs Never Lie About Love

"Four paws up! Marion Lane and the Humane Society staff have assembled an
invaluable source of information for every pet owner.  The easy-to-follow
format makes this a book that belongs in every pet owner's library."
~Bashkim Dibra, D.V.M., author of Dog Training by Bash

"A truly excellent book!  Extremely helpful and informative, and delightfully
written."
~Ian Dunbar, Ph.D., author of Dog Behavior

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Marion S. Lane is the author of The Yorkshire Terrier as well as almost one
hundred articles about dogs.  

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is the largest animal
protection organization, with a constituency of more than 7 million people.
Since 1954 the HSUS has worked through legal, educational, legislative, and
investigative means to make the world safe for animals.  Based in Washington,
D.C., the HSUS maintains nine regional offices, an education division, and an
international arm, Humane Society International.

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