Vaccinations and Common Health Issues

In This Chapter Keeping your dog safe from viruses, bacteria, and parasites Protecting yourself and your family from the bugs that like your dog Scientists know of millions of species of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites — and they discover new ones every day. Although this chapter discusses bugs that are problematic to dogs, most…

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Fido and the Law

In This Chapter Understanding the basics of canine law Finding the laws that apply to you Playing by the rules Taking the bite out of dog bite law Preventing cruelty to dogs We live in a litigious society. Whether or not you’ve been involved in a lawsuit, the law likely will somehow touch more than…

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All the Right Stuff

In This Chapter Choosing basic dog gear Sniffing out the coolest products Picking leashes and collars Finding fun dog stuff for you Going green with dog accessories A dog can get by without much in the way of material belongings, and a great many of them do. A collar. A leash. A container for water…

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Considering All the Options

In This Chapter Thinking about your new dog’s age Determining the importance of gender and size Factoring in energy and temperament Identifying signs of a healthy dog Picking the perfect puppy So many adorable dogs are out there, barking and wiggling to get your attention. If only you could take them all home! Of course,…

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