 | Canine Terminology (Dogwise Classics) (Dogwise Classics) by Harold R. Spira
Buy new: $18.21 / Used from: $24.57 A good idea to keep this book on hand! Will help you with terminology in all the following books and will also help you further understand your breed standard.
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 | Paws to Consider: Choosing the Right Dog for You and Your Family by Brian Kilcommons
Buy used from: $0.23 A great guide to choosing the right breed - for you and yes, your family. If breeding, much of you and your family's life will revolve around your chosen breed, so make sure you are compatible!
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 | The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller
Buy used from: $0.96 All dogs should have at least basic training. This book is a great introduction to problem management and training using a clicker and positive reinforcement.
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 | The Other End of the Leash by Patricia McConnell
Buy used from: $4.85 Simply a wonderful book on our relationships with dogs, and common misunderstandings between us. Easy to read but in-depth.
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 | Feeling Outnumbered? How to Manage and Enjoy Your Multi-Dog Household. by Karen B. London Ph.D.
Buy new: $9.95 / Used from: $4.87 As a breeder, chances are you will have a multi-dog household!
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 | Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook (Howell reference books) by James M. Giffin
Buy used from: $12.91 Anyone spending as much time with dogs as you will - particularly with young pups and whelping females - needs some sort of veterinary guide!
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 | The Veterinarians' Guide to Your Dog's Symptoms (Veterinarians Guide) by Michael S. Garvey D.V.M.
Buy new: $12.89 / Used from: $6.50 Ditto above.
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 | Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats by Kymythy Schultze
Buy new: $8.95 / Used from: $2.58 As natural diets are becoming increasingly popular it's a good idea to have at least a basic knowledge of them, even if you don't feed them yourself, for your puppy buyers may ask you about them.
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 | Canine Nutrition by Lowell J. Ackerman
Buy used from: $145.06 Nutrition can make or break your dog. Any dog being considered for breeding should be the picture of health and a good understanding of nutrition will help you with this.
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 | Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats : Your A-Z Guide to Over 200 Conditions, Herbs, Vitamins, and Supplements by Shawn Messonnier
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $14.23 Wonderful reference book. Gives balanced view of each with both pros and cons.
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 | Herbs for Pets by Gregory L. Tilford
Buy used from: $17.50 Herbs can enhance health and wellbeing and assist in an easy delivery of your puppies. This book covers growing them yourself, their side-effects and common uses.
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 | The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Showing Your Dog (Absolute Beginner's Guide Series) by Cheryl S. Smith
Buy used from: $23.82 Dog shows are the place to go to ensure that the dog you are considering breeding is a good example of that particular breed. You will also meet people who can give you advice on breeding your dog.
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 | Show Me! by D. Caroline Coile Ph.D.
Buy used from: $4.47 The showing world however can be a confusing one! This book and the one above will help prepare you for the world of showing.
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 | The Winning Edge: Show Ring Secrets (Howell reference books) by George Alston
Buy new: $18.45 / Used from: $13.47 A more advanced guide to succeeding in the show ring. That champion title will often mean more people will be interested in your puppies or stud dog.
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 | Genetics: An Introduction for Dog Breeders by Jackie Isabell
Buy used from: $43.21 Nobody should breed even one litter without even a very basic understanding of genetics.
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 | Control of Canine Genetic Diseases (Howell reference books) by George A. Padgett
Buy new: $18.45 / Used from: $10.95 This book is easy to understand, do not be put off by what looks like a heavy read. A MUST READ for all breeders, as it is YOUR responsibility to make sure your puppies are born healthy and stay it.
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 | Genetics and the Social Behavior of the Dog by John Paul Scott
Buy new: $19.57 / Used from: $16.50 The inheritance of behaviour in dogs. A classic. Also details socialisation - a very important aspect for puppy raisers and breeders. Give that pup the best start to life!
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 | Book of the Bitch: A Complete Guide to Understanding and Caring for Bitches (New Edition) by J. M. Evans
Buy used from: $10.76 An essential for breeders.
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 | Breeding a Litter: The Complete Book of Prenatal and Postnatal Care (Howell reference books) by Beth J. Finder Harris
Buy new: $18.45 / Used from: $3.00 A great book covering all aspects of breeding, from the mating through to great contract examples for the sale of the puppies. A must read!
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 | Breeding Dogs for Dummies by Richard G. Beauchamp
Buy new: $14.95 / Used from: $3.00 Another wonderful book on breeding and raising a litter of top-quality dogs... not just in a showing sense, but in a HEALTH sense. Discusses which are the RIGHT reasons for breeding and which aren't.
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 | The Perfect Puppy : How to Raise a Well-Behaved Dog by Gwen Bailey
Buy used from: $0.49 Great book to read yourself and recommend to your puppy buyers.
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 | Puppy Primer by Brenda K Scidmore
Buy new: $8.55 / Used from: $3.75 Another great book for your new puppy owners. Covers housetraining, socialisation (VERY IMPORTANT) etc.
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 | Positive Puppy Training Works by Joel Walton
Buy new: $10.36 / Used from: $0.60 Yet another to assist your puppy buyers in settling that new bundle of joy into their home and teaching him the ropes.
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 | Before You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar
Buy new: $7.95 / Used from: $0.71 Wonderful book, often a life saver for those new to puppies.
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 | After You Get Your Puppy by Ian Dunbar
Buy new: $10.36 / Used from: $0.01 Great advice on socialisation.
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