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Online Book About Dogs

All potential dog owners and breeders will find that their understanding of a particular breed increases dramatically when they have as much background information as possible on the canine world, past and present. How a dog came into being, its historical origins, its original purpose and role, how breeders have sought to develop aspects in certain types of dog, and how genetics play their part have all had considerable influence on the vast range of dog breeds that exist today.

Series 1 - Origins, Design, Functions and Genetics of the Dog
Series 2 - Selecting a Dog
Series 3 - Health, General Care and Feeding
Series 4 - Breeding
Series 5 - Development and Training
Series 6 - The Competitive Dog

Series 1 - Origins, Design, Functions and Genetics of the Dog

• Early Developments, Variety in Breeds
• Breed Classifications
• Design And Function
• The Development of Standards
• The Size of Dogs
• Simple Genetic Principles
• Selection In Breeding
• Breeding Systems

Series 2 - Selecting a Dog

• Selecting A Dog
• Finding A Dog
• The Cost of a Dog

Series 3 - Health, Care and Feeding

• Safe Areas for Puppies
• Early Days
• Teeth, Toys and Training
• Disease and Prevention
• Accidents
• Dental Care
• Eye Care
• Cancer
• Nutrition
• Puppy Diets
• An Adult Dog's Diet
• Diet in Aging Dogs
• Developments in Old Age
• Health Problems
• Coping With Loss

Series 4 - Breeding

• Points To Consider
• Checking for Heritable Defects
• Breeder's Responsibilities
• Financial Implications
• Keeping Records
• Reasons for Breeding
• Breed Standards
• Finding the Perfect Stud
• Choosing a Stud Dog
• Types of Breeding
• Outbreeding
• Line Breeding
• Inbreeding
• Preparation
• Anatomy and Physiology
• The Female Cycle
• Copulation
• Stages of Labor

Series 5 - Development and Training

• Noting Progress
• The Early Days
• Consulting an Expert
• Weaning a Puppy
• Teeth and Immunization
• Before Leaving Home
• Initial Training
• Breeder's Responsibility
• Settling Into the New Home
• Successful Housetraining
• Further Training

• The Competitive Dog
• Types Of Dog Shows
• The Making Of A Judge
• Exhibiting For The First Time

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