Product Description

The Boxer is an observant and able companion but, like most dogs, can be mischievous at times. By following the detailed training and housing instructions in this book, owners can learn how to make the most of this breed's energetic nature.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #796399 in Books
• Published on: 2005-08-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 192 pages

Features

• ISBN13: 9780793836307
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From the Publisher
Discover a whole new world of dogs® with these revolutionary, breed-specific guides accompanied by a free DVD.

From the leader in responsible animal care for over 50 years comes this exciting series of dog breed titles. Written by professional pet writers who are also experts on the breeds, each book is filled with valuable information on a variety of topics that are essential for cultivating health and happiness in a canine companion.

Every book in the Terra-Nova series contains:

* 192 pages of brand new text, featuring highly breed-specific information
* an extensive health chapter, reviewed and approved by a respected veterinarian
* chapters on feeding, grooming, and beginner and advanced training
* a bonus DVD featuring socialization, safety, and training advice from a professional dog trainer and detailed information from a veterinarian on what happens at the vet and how to perform regular home health checks
* a comprehensive resource section
* an ideal mixture of informative text and accompanying photographs--plus sidebars and tip boxes

From the Back Cover
For more than three quarters of a century, the handsome, personable Boxer has held his own in the hearts of dog lovers everywhere. He is instinctively alert and intelligent as befits his history as a guard dog, hunting companion, and war-time messenger, and when properly trained, he makes for an outstanding companion dog. Comrade, teammate, defender, friend--the Boxer can be all of these and more!

This total care guide contains colorful sidebars, boxes, and photographs that illustrate key topics essential to Boxer owners. An excellent source of accurate, in-depth information, The Boxer will help you and your family raise a healthy and well-behaved canine companion.

About the Author
Sheila Webster Boneham, Ph.D., loves dogs and writing about dogs. Three of her books have won the prestigious Maxwell Award from the Dog Writers Association of America, including The Simple Guide to Labrador Retrievers, named Best Single Breed Book of 2002. Sheila and her canine companions live in Indiana and are active in both competition and dog-assisted activities and therapy.

Customer Reviews

EXCELLENT READING
This book is excellent as it is not the typical generic product that you sometimes see. This book is filled with useful information, positive reinforcement training and wonderful tips.
As a part of the American Boxer Rescue Association as well as the IAABC and APDT, I will gladly be recommending this book to clients who own boxers.

The Boxer by Sheila Webster Boneham
The Boxer (Terra Nova Series) I bought this book as gift for another person. That person owns a boxer and has been caring vor another. That person said the book "was just great."