This is a beautiful and complete book that offers reliable information about the breed's history, standard, personality, proper care, basic training and much, much more. Considering the dearth of information on the market about this wonderful breed, this book is not only the most up-to-date source of information, it is a must-have for anyone who loves this breed and for anyone who would like to learn about his unique qualities.
"Italian Greyhounds are the ultimate lap dogs, but don't let their size fool you." If you're an Italian Greyhound lover or considering bringing one into your family, "Italian Greyhound 101: The Ultimate Guide for Italian Greyhound Lovers" is the book for you. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the breed, from its history and physical characteristics to grooming, training, socialization, and more. The book begins with an exploration of the Italian Greyhound's history, including its origins and ancestry, breed development and recognition, and its popularity around the world. You'll learn about the breed's physical characteristics and traits, including its size and proportions, coat colors and patterns, and unique features and attributes. The Italian Greyhound's personality and temperament are also covered extensively, providing insights into its general disposition, intelligence, trainability, and socialization and friendliness. You'll also discover common health issues in Italian Greyhounds, exercise and activity needs, and diet and nutrition. Grooming and maintenance are crucial aspects of owning an Italian Greyhound, and "Italian Greyhound 101" covers all the essentials, including coat care and shedding, nail trimming and ear cleaning, and dental health and oral care. The book also provides guidance on training your Italian Greyhound, from basic obedience and manners to advanced techniques and troubleshooting common behavior issues. For those interested in working and service Italian Greyhounds, "Italian Greyhound 101" covers guide dogs and assistance roles, search and rescue, and therapy and emotional support dogs. The book also explores sporting and outdoor activities that Italian Greyhounds enjoy, such as hiking, agility and obedience competitions, and hunting and field trials. Traveling with your Italian Greyhound? "Italian Greyhound 101" provides tips on road trips and car safety, air travel and regulations, and dog-friendly accommodations and destinations. The book also includes information on Italian Greyhound clubs and associations, rescue and adoption organizations, competitions, and events. If you're preparing for a new Italian Greyhound puppy, "Italian Greyhound 101" has got you covered. The book includes advice on choosing a breeder or adoption source, puppy-proofing your home, and essential supplies and gear. It also covers puppy development and milestones, socialization and training milestones, and health checkups and vaccinations. And for those with senior Italian Greyhounds, "Italian Greyhound 101" offers guidance on recognizing the signs of aging, special care and accommodations, and end-of-life considerations. The book also covers seasonal care and safety, common behavioral issues, fun and games with your Italian Greyhound, and much more. Whether you're a seasoned Italian Greyhound owner or considering bringing one into your family, "Italian Greyhound 101: The Ultimate Guide for Italian Greyhound Lovers" is an indispensable resource. With its comprehensive coverage and expert advice, this book is the ultimate guide to owning and caring for your beloved Italian Greyhound. Get your copy today and become an expert on this amazing breed!Table of Contents The History of Italian Greyhounds ORIGINS AND ANCESTRY BREED DEVELOPMENT AND RECOGNITION ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS AROUND THE WORLD Physical Characteristics and Traits SIZE AND PROPORTIONS COAT COLORS AND PATTERNS UNIQUE FEATURES AND ATTRIBUTES Personality and Temperament GENERAL DISPOSITION INTELLIGENCE AND TRAINABILITY SOCIALIZATION AND FRIENDLINESS Health and Wellness COMMON HEALTH ISSUES IN ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS EXERCISE AND ACTIVITY NEEDS DIET AND NUTRITION Grooming and Maintenance COAT CARE AND SHEDDING NAIL TRIMMING AND EAR CLEANING DENTAL HEALTH AND ORAL CARE Training Your Italian Greyhound BASIC OBEDIENCE AND MANNERS ADVANCED TRAINING TECHNIQUES TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON BEHAVIOR ISSUES Socialization and Interaction INTRODUCING YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND TO OTHER PETS MEETING NEW PEOPLE AND ENVIRONMENTS SAFE AND POSITIVE PLAYTIME Italian Greyhounds and Families CHILDREN AND ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS SENIORS AND ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS MULTI-DOG HOUSEHOLDS Working and Service Italian Greyhounds GUIDE DOGS AND ASSISTANCE ROLES SEARCH AND RESCUE ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS THERAPY AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DOGS Sporting and Outdoor Activities ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS AND HIKING AGILITY AND OBEDIENCE COMPETITIONS Traveling with Your Italian Greyhound ROAD TRIPS AND CAR SAFETY AIR TRAVEL AND REGULATIONS DOG-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATIONS AND DESTINATIONS Italian Greyhound Clubs and Associations BREED CLUBS AND REGIONALGROUPS RESCUE AND ADOPTION ORGANIZATIONS COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS Preparing for a New Italian Greyhound Puppy CHOOSING A BREEDER OR ADOPTION SOURCE PUPPY-PROOFING YOUR HOME ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES AND GEAR Puppy Development and Milestones GROWTH STAGES AND CHANGES SOCIALIZATION AND TRAINING MILESTONES HEALTH CHECKUPS AND VACCINATIONS Senior Italian Greyhounds RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS OF AGING SPECIAL CARE AND ACCOMMODATIONS END-OF-LIFE CONSIDERATIONS Seasonal Care and Safety HOT WEATHER TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS COLD WEATHER CARE AND PROTECTION HOLIDAY HAZARDS AND SAFETY MEASURES Common Behavioral Issues SEPARATION ANXIETY AND BOREDOM BARKING AND HOWLING RESOURCE GUARDING AND AGGRESSION Fun and Games with Your Italian Greyhound INTERACTIVE TOYS AND PUZZLES FETCH AND RETRIEVAL GAMES HIKING AND EXPLORING Italian Greyhound Legends and Stories FAMOUS ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS INSPIRATIONAL STORIES OF ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS IN POP CULTURE Italian Greyhound Art, Photography, and Collectibles PORTRAITS AND ARTWORK PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS AND TRICKS COLLECTIBLES AND MEMORABILIA Italian Greyhound Rescue and Adoption THE IMPORTANCE OF RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS PREPARING FOR AN ADOPTED ITALIAN GREYHOUND SUCCESS STORIES AND TESTIMONIALS Italian Greyhounds in the Show Ring BREED STANDARDS AND JUDGING CRITERIA PREPARING YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND FOR THE SHOW RING TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN COMPETITIONS BREEDING ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS Responsible Breeding Practices GENETIC TESTING AND HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS WHELPING AND PUPPY CARE LIVING IN HARMONY WITH YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND Creating a Safe and Comfortable Environment ESTABLISHING ROUTINES AND BOUNDARIES ENRICHMENT AND MENTAL STIMULATION Common Italian Greyhound Health Myths and Misconceptions DEBUNKING POPULAR MYTHS FACT VS. FICTION: ITALIAN GREYHOUND HEALTH ISSUES PROMOTING ACCURATE INFORMATION AND AWARENESS Italian Greyhounds and Special Needs ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS THE BENEFITS OF ITALIAN GREYHOUND ASSISTANCE DOGS The Future of the Italian Greyhound Breed ADVANCES IN CANINE HEALTH RESEARCH ETHICAL BREEDING AND PRESERVATION OF THE BREED ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS IN THE 21ST CENTURY AND BEYOND Training Resources and Techniques POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT AND REWARD-BASED TRAINING CLICKER TRAINING AND MARKER TECHNIQUES ONLINE AND IN-PERSON TRAINING RESOURCES Emergency Preparedness and Your Italian Greyhound CREATING A PET EMERGENCY PLAN ASSEMBLING A CANINE FIRST AID KIT RECOGNIZING AND RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES Celebrating Your Italian Greyhound BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS CUSTOMIZED GIFTS AND KEEPSAKES ITALIAN GREYHOUND-THEMED EVENTS AND GATHERINGS Have Questions / Comments? Get Another Book Free ISBN: 9781776847655
Unrivaled in-depth coverage of England's premier gundog by one of that country's most respected breeders. Includes historical development, breed standards, past champions, training methods, care and feeding, and veterinary concerns.
"Stressed? Have a relax... take a deep breath...pet dog... color in the dog...repetition is the key." I love seeing the expressions on my dog's face, his eyes can tell you volumes about how he's feeling, and what his attention is focused on. But what other thoughts might be lurking under the thinking dog's cap? What philosophical musings might be going on in there? You can always count on dogs for a good laugh, but behind that doggie grin lies the soul of a true philosopher. Here are 50 daily reflections of your Italian Greyhound to color in. Find out what he's been up to all day ...and night. Each coloring page is designed for fun and relaxation, helping you to learn all about your Italian Greyhound's day The variety of pages ensure there is something for every skill level Your choice of coloring tool can be used (pens, pencils, markers, crayons, etc) Each coloring page is printed on a separate page A fun dog quote after every coloring picture A thought from your Italian Greyhound every month - and a place for a photo Single-sided pages, so no bleed through Product Details Suitable for adults and children 8.5 x 11 inches (21.59x27.94 cm 107 pages 50 thoughts from your favourite dog to color in Explanation of Doggy Lingo A page for your dog's personal details Great for all skill levels Glossy premium cover "I was all set for a lovely, relaxing walk this morning - sniffing, peeing, borking - but the hooman decided we were going to run the whole way. I didn't to agree to this. I am heckin' exhausted." Makes a wonderful gift for a dog lover
"A home without an Italian Greyhound is just a house." Introducing "Loving Italian Greyhounds: A Beginner's Guide to Raising a Happy and Healthy Italian Greyhound" - the ultimate resource for anyone looking to bring this lovable breed into their family. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Italian Greyhounds, from their history and physical characteristics to their unique personalities and the best ways to care for them. The book starts with a detailed overview of the breed's history, including its origins and ancestry, breed development, and recognition around the world. You'll learn about the Italian Greyhound's physical characteristics and traits, including their size and proportions, coat colors and patterns, and unique features and attributes. The Italian Greyhound's personality and temperament are also covered extensively, providing insights into their general disposition, intelligence, trainability, and socialization. You'll learn about their common health issues, exercise and activity needs, and diet and nutrition. Grooming and maintenance are crucial aspects of owning an Italian Greyhound, and "Loving Italian Greyhounds" covers all the essentials, including coat care and shedding, nail trimming, and dental health. The book also provides guidance on training your Italian Greyhound, from basic obedience to advanced techniques and troubleshooting common behavior issues. For those interested in working and service Italian Greyhounds, the book covers guide dogs and assistance roles, search and rescue, and therapy and emotional support dogs. The book also explores sporting and outdoor activities that Italian Greyhounds enjoy, such as hiking, agility and obedience competitions, and hunting and field trials. Traveling with your Italian Greyhound? "Loving Italian Greyhounds" provides tips on road trips and car safety, air travel and regulations, and dog-friendly accommodations and destinations. The book also includes information on Italian Greyhound clubs and associations, rescue and adoption organizations, competitions, and events. If you're preparing for a new Italian Greyhound puppy, "Loving Italian Greyhounds" has got you covered. The book includes advice on choosing a breeder or adoption source, puppy-proofing your home, and essential supplies and gear. It also covers puppy development and milestones, socialization and training milestones, and health checkups and vaccinations. And for those with senior Italian Greyhounds, "Loving Italian Greyhounds" offers guidance on recognizing the signs of aging, special care and accommodations, and end-of-life considerations. The book also covers seasonal care and safety, common behavioral issues, fun and games with your Italian Greyhound, and much more. Whether you're a seasoned Italian Greyhound owner or considering bringing one into your family, "Loving Italian Greyhounds: A Beginner's Guide to Raising a Happy and Healthy Italian Greyhound" is an indispensable resource. With its comprehensive coverage and expert advice, this book is the ultimate guide to owning and caring for your beloved Italian Greyhound.Table of Contents The History of Italian Greyhounds ORIGINS AND ANCESTRY BREED DEVELOPMENT AND RECOGNITION ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS AROUND THE WORLD Physical Characteristics and Traits SIZE AND PROPORTIONS COAT COLORS AND PATTERNS UNIQUE FEATURES AND ATTRIBUTES PERSONALITY AND TEMPERAMENT General Disposition INTELLIGENCE AND TRAINABILITY SOCIALIZATION AND FRIENDLINESS Health and Wellness COMMON HEALTH ISSUES IN ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS EXERCISE AND ACTIVITY NEEDS DIET AND NUTRITION Grooming and Maintenance COAT CARE AND SHEDDING NAIL TRIMMING AND EAR CLEANING DENTAL HEALTH AND ORAL CARE Training Your Italian Greyhound BASIC OBEDIENCE AND MANNERS ADVANCED TRAINING TECHNIQUES TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON BEHAVIOR ISSUES Socialization and Interaction INTRODUCING YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND TO OTHER PETS MEETING NEW PEOPLE AND ENVIRONMENTS SAFE AND POSITIVE PLAYTIME Italian Greyhounds and Families CHILDREN AND ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS SENIORS AND ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS MULTI-DOG HOUSEHOLDS Working and Service Italian Greyhounds GUIDE DOGS AND ASSISTANCE ROLES SEARCH AND RESCUE ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS THERAPY AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DOGS Sporting and Outdoor Activities ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS AND HIKING AGILITY AND OBEDIENCE COMPETITIONS Traveling with Your Italian Greyhound ROAD TRIPS AND CAR SAFETY AIR TRAVEL AND REGULATIONS DOG-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATIONS AND DESTINATIONS Italian Greyhound Clubs and Associations BREED CLUBS AND REGIONALGROUPS RESCUE AND ADOPTION ORGANIZATIONS COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS Preparing for a New Italian Greyhound Puppy CHOOSING A BREEDER OR ADOPTION SOURCE PUPPY-PROOFING YOUR HOME ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES AND GEAR Puppy Development and Milestones GROWTH STAGES AND CHANGES SOCIALIZATION AND TRAINING MILESTONES HEALTH CHECKUPS AND VACCINATIONS Senior Italian Greyhounds RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS OF AGING SPECIAL CARE AND ACCOMMODATIONS END-OF-LIFE CONSIDERATIONS Seasonal Care and Safety HOT WEATHER TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS COLD WEATHER CARE AND PROTECTION HOLIDAY HAZARDS AND SAFETY MEASURES Common Behavioral Issues SEPARATION ANXIETY AND BOREDOM BARKING AND HOWLING RESOURCE GUARDING AND AGGRESSION Fun and Games with Your Italian Greyhound INTERACTIVE TOYS AND PUZZLES FETCH AND RETRIEVAL GAMES HIKING AND EXPLORING Italian Greyhound Legends and Stories FAMOUS ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS INSPIRATIONAL STORIES OF ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS IN POP CULTURE Italian Greyhound Art, Photography, and Collectibles PORTRAITS AND ARTWORK PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS AND TRICKS COLLECTIBLES AND MEMORABILIA Italian Greyhound Rescue and Adoption THE IMPORTANCE OF RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS PREPARING FOR AN ADOPTED ITALIAN GREYHOUND SUCCESS STORIES AND TESTIMONIALS Italian Greyhounds in the Show Ring BREED STANDARDS AND JUDGING CRITERIA PREPARING YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND FOR THE SHOW RING TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN COMPETITIONSBREEDING ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS Responsible Breeding Practices GENETIC TESTING AND HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS WHELPING AND PUPPY CARE Living in Harmony with Your Italian Greyhound CREATING A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT ESTABLISHING ROUTINES AND BOUNDARIES ENRICHMENT AND MENTAL STIMULATION Common Italian Greyhound Health Myths and Misconceptions DEBUNKING POPULAR MYTHS FACT VS. FICTION: ITALIAN GREYHOUND HEALTH ISSUES PROMOTING ACCURATE INFORMATION AND AWARENESS Italian Greyhounds and Special Needs ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS THE BENEFITS OF ITALIAN GREYHOUND ASSISTANCE DOGS The Future of the Italian Greyhound Breed ADVANCES IN CANINE HEALTH RESEARCH ETHICAL BREEDING AND PRESERVATION OF THE BREED ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS IN THE 21ST CENTURY AND BEYOND Training Resources and Techniques POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT AND REWARD-BASED TRAINING CLICKER TRAINING AND MARKER TECHNIQUES ONLINE AND IN-PERSON TRAINING RESOURCES Emergency Preparedness and Your Italian Greyhound CREATING A PET EMERGENCY PLAN ASSEMBLING A CANINE FIRST AID KIT RECOGNIZING AND RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES Celebrating Your Italian Greyhound BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS CUSTOMIZED GIFTS AND KEEPSAKES ITALIAN GREYHOUND-THEMED EVENTS AND GATHERINGS Have Questions / Comments? Get Another Book Free ISBN: 9781776847662
The Italian Greyhound - A Complete Anthology of the Dog gathers together all the best early writing on the breed from our library of scarce, out-of-print antiquarian books and documents and reprints it in a quality, modern edition. This anthology includes chapters taken from a comprehensive range of books, many of them now rare and much sought-after works, all of them written by renowned breed experts of their day. These books are treasure troves of information about the breed - The physical points, temperaments, and special abilities are given; celebrated dogs are discussed and pictured; and the history of the breed and pedigrees of famous champions are also provided. The contents were well illustrated with numerous photographs of leading and famous dogs of that era and these are all reproduced to the highest quality. Books used include: House Dogs And Sporting Dogs by John Meyrick (1861), A History And Description Of The Modern Dogs Of Great Britain And Ireland by Rawdon B. Lee (1899), The Twentieth Century Dog by Herbert Compton (1904) and many others.
"The Italian Greyhound may be small in size, but it has a big personality." Looking for a complete guide to the Italian Greyhound breed? Look no further than the "Italian Greyhound: A Complete Guide to the Breed." This comprehensive book covers everything you need to know about this lovable and unique breed, from their history and physical characteristics to their personalities and the best ways to care for them. The book begins with a detailed exploration of the history of Italian Greyhounds, including their origins and ancestry, breed development and recognition, and their presence around the world. You'll learn about their physical characteristics and traits, including their size and proportions, coat colors and patterns, and unique features and attributes. The Italian Greyhound's personality and temperament are also covered extensively, providing insights into their general disposition, intelligence, trainability, and socialization. You'll learn about their common health issues, exercise and activity needs, and diet and nutrition. Grooming and maintenance are crucial aspects of owning an Italian Greyhound, and the book covers all the essentials, including coat care and shedding, nail trimming, and dental health. The book also provides guidance on training your Italian Greyhound, from basic obedience to advanced techniques and troubleshooting common behavior issues. For those interested in working and service Italian Greyhounds, the book covers guide dogs and assistance roles, search and rescue, and therapy and emotional support dogs. The book also explores sporting and outdoor activities that Italian Greyhounds enjoy, such as hiking, agility and obedience competitions, and hunting and field trials. Traveling with your Italian Greyhound? The book provides tips on road trips and car safety, air travel and regulations, and dog-friendly accommodations and destinations. The book also includes information on Italian Greyhound clubs and associations, rescue and adoption organizations, competitions, and events. If you're preparing for a new Italian Greyhound puppy, the book has got you covered. The book includes advice on choosing a breeder or adoption source, puppy-proofing your home, and essential supplies and gear. It also covers puppy development and milestones, socialization and training milestones, and health checkups and vaccinations. And for those with senior Italian Greyhounds, the book offers guidance on recognizing the signs of aging, special care and accommodations, and end-of-life considerations. The book also covers seasonal care and safety, common behavioral issues, fun and games with your Italian Greyhound, and much more. Whether you're a seasoned Italian Greyhound owner or considering bringing one into your family, the "Italian Greyhound: A Complete Guide to the Breed" is an indispensable resource. With its comprehensive coverage and expert advice, this book is the ultimate guide to owning and caring for your beloved Italian Greyhound. Get your copy today and start your journey to being a proud Italian Greyhound parent!Table of Contents The History of Italian Greyhounds ORIGINS AND ANCESTRY BREED DEVELOPMENT AND RECOGNITION ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS AROUND THE WORLD Physical Characteristics and Traits SIZE AND PROPORTIONS COAT COLORS AND PATTERNS UNIQUE FEATURES AND ATTRIBUTES Personality and Temperament GENERAL DISPOSITION INTELLIGENCE AND TRAINABILITY SOCIALIZATION AND FRIENDLINESS Health and Wellness COMMON HEALTH ISSUES IN ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS EXERCISE AND ACTIVITY NEEDS DIET AND NUTRITION Grooming and Maintenance COAT CARE AND SHEDDING NAIL TRIMMING AND EAR CLEANING DENTAL HEALTH AND ORAL CARE Training Your Italian Greyhound BASIC OBEDIENCE AND MANNERS ADVANCED TRAINING TECHNIQUES TROUBLESHOOTING COMMON BEHAVIOR ISSUES Socialization and Interaction INTRODUCING YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND TO OTHER PETS MEETING NEW PEOPLE AND ENVIRONMENTS SAFE AND POSITIVE PLAYTIME Italian Greyhounds and Families CHILDREN AND ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS SENIORS AND ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS MULTI-DOG HOUSEHOLDS Working and Service Italian Greyhounds GUIDE DOGS AND ASSISTANCE ROLES SEARCH AND RESCUE ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS THERAPY AND EMOTIONAL SUPPORT DOGS Sporting and Outdoor Activities ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS AND HIKING AGILITY AND OBEDIENCE COMPETITIONS Traveling with Your Italian Greyhound ROAD TRIPS AND CAR SAFETY AIR TRAVEL AND REGULATIONS DOG-FRIENDLY ACCOMMODATIONS AND DESTINATIONS Italian Greyhound Clubs and Associations BREED CLUBS AND REGIONALGROUPS RESCUE AND ADOPTION ORGANIZATIONS COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS Preparing for a New Italian Greyhound Puppy CHOOSING A BREEDER OR ADOPTION SOURCE PUPPY-PROOFING YOUR HOME ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES AND GEAR Puppy Development and Milestones GROWTH STAGES AND CHANGES SOCIALIZATION AND TRAINING MILESTONES HEALTH CHECKUPS AND VACCINATIONS Senior Italian Greyhounds RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS OF AGING SPECIAL CARE AND ACCOMMODATIONS END-OF-LIFE CONSIDERATIONS Seasonal Care and Safety HOT WEATHER TIPS AND PRECAUTIONS COLD WEATHER CARE AND PROTECTION HOLIDAY HAZARDS AND SAFETY MEASURES Common Behavioral Issues SEPARATION ANXIETY AND BOREDOM BARKING AND HOWLING RESOURCE GUARDING AND AGGRESSION Fun and Games with Your Italian Greyhound INTERACTIVE TOYS AND PUZZLES FETCH AND RETRIEVAL GAMES HIKING AND EXPLORING Italian Greyhound Legends and Stories FAMOUS ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS INSPIRATIONAL STORIES OF ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS IN POP CULTURE Italian Greyhound Art, Photography, and Collectibles PORTRAITS AND ARTWORK PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS AND TRICKS COLLECTIBLES AND MEMORABILIA Italian Greyhound Rescue and Adoption THE IMPORTANCE OF RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS PREPARING FOR AN ADOPTED ITALIAN GREYHOUND SUCCESS STORIES AND TESTIMONIALS Italian Greyhounds in the Show Ring BREED STANDARDS AND JUDGING CRITERIA PREPARING YOUR ITALIAN GREYHOUND FOR THE SHOW RING TIPS FOR SUCCESS IN COMPETITIONS BREEDING ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS Responsible Breeding Practices GENETIC TESTING AND HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS WHELPING AND PUPPY CARE Living in Harmony with Your Italian Greyhound CREATING A SAFE AND COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENT ESTABLISHING ROUTINES AND BOUNDARIES ENRICHMENT AND MENTAL STIMULATION Common Italian Greyhound Health Myths and Misconceptions DEBUNKING POPULAR MYTHS FACT VS. FICTION: ITALIAN GREYHOUND HEALTH ISSUES PROMOTING ACCURATE INFORMATION AND AWARENESS Italian Greyhounds and Special Needs ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS THE BENEFITS OF ITALIAN GREYHOUND ASSISTANCE DOGS The Future of the Italian Greyhound Breed ADVANCES IN CANINE HEALTH RESEARCH ETHICAL BREEDING AND PRESERVATION OF THE BREED ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS IN THE 21ST CENTURY AND BEYOND Training Resources and Techniques POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT AND REWARD-BASED TRAINING CLICKER TRAINING AND MARKER TECHNIQUES ONLINE AND IN-PERSON TRAINING RESOURCES Emergency Preparedness and Your Italian Greyhound CREATING A PET EMERGENCY PLAN ASSEMBLING A CANINE FIRST AID KIT RECOGNIZING AND RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES Celebrating Your Italian Greyhound BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS CUSTOMIZED GIFTS AND KEEPSAKES ITALIAN GREYHOUND-THEMED EVENTS AND GATHERINGS Have Questions / Comments? Get Another Book Free ISBN: 9781991093073
The very definition of elegance in a toy dog, the Italian Greyhound is a breathtakingly perfect miniature dog whose beauty has inspired artists;and dog lovers;for centuries. More slender and tiny than the race dog whose name he shares, the Italian Greyhound today ornaments the homes of devoted owners around the world, just as he once graced the divans of European nobility in days gone by. This Comprehensive Owner's Guide paints a lifelike portrait of this graceful toy dog that continues to enchant his keepers with his affectionate, vivacious ways. The history chapter, illustrated with artwork and antique photographs, retells the heritage of the Italian Greyhound, from Greece and Turkey to southern Europe to England and America. The chapter on the breed's characteristics focuses on whether this miniature wonder is the right dog to fit into a potential owner's household, enumerating the breed's specific requirements, personality traits, and health concerns, all of vital interest to a future IG owner.New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author's advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.
The Italian Greyhound Dog Complete Owners Manual has the answers you need when researching this bright, loving small canine that is the smallest of all sight hounds. Learn about this elegant, small-boned dog and find out whether or not this attention-seeking, fleet-footed canine will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Italian Greyhound's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not the Italian Greyhound is the breed for you. If you already have a Italian Greyhound, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Temperament - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Health - Daily care - Feeding - House training - Medical care & safety - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.
This book (Italian Greyhound) provides you with a through description and positive attributes of this breed including origin, purpose, history, normal heights and weights, acceptable colors and behavioral traits. Our books differ from most books on dog breeds because this book also provides you with a comprehensive and authoritative source of all the known predisposed hereditary health syndromes for the breed. You will find extensive references for each problem described. We also provide the breed club address for this breed and a list of laboratories and organizations that can provide professional help and information. As a small animal veterinarian, I have always been intrigued by the way dogs have been bred to fill a purpose in life and further impressed that they also tend to love performing that service. Greyhounds and other sight hounds are built for speed with aerodynamic bodies consisting of small head, deep chest, narrow waist and large leg muscles. On the other hand Dachshunds take their name from German words meaning badger dog and they use their long nose, long body and short legs to both track, enter and dig into badger dens. After developing a practice that catered to clients with show dogs, my interest in each breed continued to grow as I studied and observed more and more about the unique predisposition and incidence of health problems in each breed. Breeders of purebred dogs for show were a challenge and inspirational for me to research and help them with their unique health problems. Historically references to hereditary problems are scattered throughout various Veterinary medical texts and journals such as ophthalmology, neurology, gastroenterology, cardiovascular and dermatology. This book, as well as the other books and articles I have written, is researched and compiled with the intention to provide both veterinarians and dog owners with comprehensive and authoritative predisposition information under the breed name. At the date of this publication, The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation and the The Kennel Club of England reports over 400 known hereditary health syndromes throughout the dog kingdom. At the writing of my first book in 1983, less than 50 hereditary issues are able to be predicted and or diagnosed. Sequencing of the canine genome, DNA tests, metabolic testing including blood tests and urine testing; plus, phenotypic examinations such as radiographs, ultrasound, and CERF or OFA eye registry exams by a Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist have advanced the science of breed related health and behavioral problems. This book will provide veterinarians, researchers, pet owners and breeders with a comprehensive guide to all the known problems veterinarians and dog owners should consider during pet selection and throughout each life stage of our canine friends
