In This Chapter Defining housetraining Understanding why housetraining is important Discovering two ways to housetrain Dealing with the unexpected Clarifying the housetrainer’s role Housetraining older dogs Understanding how dogs really learn Becoming your dog’s best teacher Max, a 10-week-old Beagle, is delighting his new owner with his puppy antics but is dismaying her with his…
In This Chapter Showing your dog where to jump and how to race through tunnels Exploring chutes and mastering the table Getting your dog to nail the contacts every time Navigating the A-frame and dog walk In an introductory agility class, you find out how to direct your dog through a simple agility course, navigating…
In This Chapter Deciding on your dog’s diet Bathing your dog Clipping your dog’s nails Caring for your dog’s facial features You’ve seen dogs bouncing down the street at the end of a leash or streaking across the park after a tennis ball. Nails clipped, coats gleaming, white teeth flashing . . . can dogs…
In This Chapter Keeping your dog hydrated and rested Treating bone and soft-tissue injuries Treating shock Tricks, agility classes, and breed-specific activities are great ways to channel your dog’s energy and passions. If you’re like most people, you don’t think much about injuries when you’re starting out on a new adventure. You think about fun…
