The author shares her insights and advice on caring for your dog and her puppies, through pregnancy to raising pups, drawn from her own 17 years of experience and 17 litters of puppies.
Learn to use the same techniques that medical hospitals use on human newborns to save the lives of puppies. Because many of the problems encountered in newborn pups have nothing to do with genetics or birth defects, it is important for the breeder to be prepared to administer simple, straightforward, measures to help a puppy in distress. --publisher.
This book aims to guide the first time breeder through the whole breeding process. Explained in easy to understand terms, the book begins with stud dog selection and includes sections on the pregnancy and birth with step by step instructions. There is helpful information to help find the puppies the best homes possible and the book includes a section on tips for helping to train a new puppy.
A practical and up-to-date guide to canine reproduction for dog breeders, veterinary students and veterinary surgeons. Written in an easy-to-use style and presented in a practically useful format with clear illustrations. The information is supported by references from the author’s published work and his wealth of clinical experience to form the important authoritative text in this field. A vital aid to those seeking an understanding of normal and abnormal reproduction as well as common reproductive techniques.
Whether you are facing the unexpected pregnancy of your pet, or expecting a litter as part of a planned breeding program, Breeding a Litter contains everything you need to know about mating, whelping, and puppy rearing.Breeding a Litter provides in-depth information about the anatomy and physiology of the female dog, as well as guidance on choosing the right stud dog and a step-by-step guide to mating. This book contains expert advice on caring for the pregnant dog, and covers whelping in an easy-to-follow guide with advice on how to handle the situation as things progress. A special chapter on socialization explains how to care for the dog and puppies immediately after whelping and up to the point when the pups are ready to leave for their new homes.If you or someone you know has a dog who is about to give birth, whether planned or unplanned, Breeding a Litter is the only book you need to find out what you can expect when breeding.
Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.
It may seem like a lot to think about when your dog is expecting puppies but this handy guide can really help! Our vets and nurses are always really happy to help so please call us or come to the clinic to chat about your dog's pregnancy. This book gives you simple advice that will walk you through all the stages of pregnancy, from birthing to pup care. This new breeder's bible gives you proven and practical advice that will ensure you achieve a safe and successful litter every time. In this book, you will: - Become proactive in planning for the care of your pregnant bitch - Know when your dog is in labor and how to prevent a difficult birth. - Gain the ability to decide when to involve a vet and how to avoid unnecessary and costly vet bills. - Be able to identify if a puppy is failing to thrive and how to care for it. - Understand the importance of rearing well-adjusted puppies preventing them from being returned, re-homed, or rescued. I promise this book will give you the roadmap and confidence you need to successfully rear a litter, even if you've never bred before, and without you feeling like you need to become a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
Here, at last, is a revised and expanded edition of this award-winning breeders' reference. Successful Dog Breeding is a book for the first-time breeder and longtime fancier alike, no matter what the breed. Down-to-earth practical information is given to cover virtually every contingency associated with breeding and whelping. Presented in a humorous format, even the most serious information is made easier to understand. Chris Walkowicz and Bonnie Wilcox, D.V.M., are both veteran dog fanciers who bring a wealth of personal and professional experience to every chapter. Covering topics from planning the breeding (should I or shouldn't I?) to problems encountered in breeding, delivery and neonatal care, the authors offer viable solutions to innumerable problems, whether old or new. Two highly extensive appendices on breed idiosyncrasies, compiled from correspondence with longtime fanciers as well as from research from veterinary journals, complete the abundance of information offered here. All of this is complemented by original drawings by the well-known canine artist Mary Jung. A Howell Dog Book of Distinction
It may seem like a lot to think about when your dog is expecting puppies but this handy guide can really help! Our vets and nurses are always really happy to help so please call us or come to the clinic to chat about your dog's pregnancy. This book gives you simple advice that will walk you through all the stages of pregnancy, from birthing to pup care. This new breeder's bible gives you proven and practical advice that will ensure you achieve a safe and successful litter every time. In this book, you will: - Become proactive in planning for the care of your pregnant bitch - Know when your dog is in labor and how to prevent a difficult birth. - Gain the ability to decide when to involve a vet and how to avoid unnecessary and costly vet bills. - Be able to identify if a puppy is failing to thrive and how to care for it. - Understand the importance of rearing well-adjusted puppies preventing them from being returned, re-homed, or rescued. I promise this book will give you the roadmap and confidence you need to successfully rear a litter, even if you've never bred before, and without you feeling like you need to become a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.