The Dachshund: A Dog for Town and Country: Howell reference books
Autor Ann Gordon, Julia M. Cranforden Limba Engleză Hardback – 6 aug 2000
Is there any breed more recognizable than a Dachshund? The lovable wiener dogs have captured America′s heart and imagination with their noble bearing and comical personalities. And the breed truly offers something for everyone, with long coats, wire coats, and smooth coats, standard size and miniatures. This book examines the characteristics that make a Dachshund so special. From choosing the right puppy to basic care and training to old age, every aspect of Dachshund ownership is covered. You′ll meet famous Dachies past and present, and learn what makes them great. All the sports Dachshunds can compete in are discussed, along with show ring requirements.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781582451589
ISBN-10: 1582451583
Pagini: 256
Dimensiuni: 226 x 222 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.83 kg
Editura: Howell Books
Seriile Howell reference books, Howell's Best of Breed Library
Locul publicării:Hoboken, United States
ISBN-10: 1582451583
Pagini: 256
Dimensiuni: 226 x 222 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.83 kg
Editura: Howell Books
Seriile Howell reference books, Howell's Best of Breed Library
Locul publicării:Hoboken, United States
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Descriere
The Dachshund: A Dog for Town and Country gives potential owners, new converts and veteran Dachshund lovers all they need to know about this captivating companion. There are chapters on the Dachshund′s history, buying a dog, grooming, temperament, understanding the breed standard, breeding, health concerns and more. Dog shows, obedience, earthdog competitions and all other activities that a Dachshund can participate in are discussed. Four appendices include useful resources and list top dogs in the breed.
Howell Best of Breed Library
Howell Best of Breed Library
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The Dachshund: A Dog for Town and Country gives potential owners, new converts and veteran Dachshund lovers all they need to know about this captivating companion. There are chapters on the Dachshund′s history, buying a dog, grooming, temperament, understanding the breed standard, breeding, health concerns and more. Dog shows, obedience, earthdog competitions and all other activities that a Dachshund can participate in are discussed. Four appendices include useful resources and list top dogs in the breed.
Howell Best of Breed Library
Howell Best of Breed Library
Cuprins
Foreword.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
1. A Profile of the Dachshund––is it the Right Breed for You?
2. A Brief History of the Dachshund.
3. The Official Breed Standard with Interpretation.
4. Finding the Right Dachshund––Puppy, Adult, or Rescue.
5. The Care and Training of Your Dachshund.
6. Grooming Your Dachshund.
7. Keeping Your Dachshund Healthy and Happy.
8. Showing Your Dachshund.
9. Obedience Trials, Performance Activities, and Other Fun Things.
10. Headliners.
11. To Breed or Not to Breed––What You Should Know about Breeding.
12. Special Care for the Older Dog.
13. The Dachshund Club of America.
Epilogue.
Appendix A: Resources.
Appendix B: Dachshund Club of America′s Code of Ethics.
Appendix C: Titles a Dachshund Can Earn.
Appendix D: National Specialty Winners.
Bibliography.
Index.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
1. A Profile of the Dachshund––is it the Right Breed for You?
2. A Brief History of the Dachshund.
3. The Official Breed Standard with Interpretation.
4. Finding the Right Dachshund––Puppy, Adult, or Rescue.
5. The Care and Training of Your Dachshund.
6. Grooming Your Dachshund.
7. Keeping Your Dachshund Healthy and Happy.
8. Showing Your Dachshund.
9. Obedience Trials, Performance Activities, and Other Fun Things.
10. Headliners.
11. To Breed or Not to Breed––What You Should Know about Breeding.
12. Special Care for the Older Dog.
13. The Dachshund Club of America.
Epilogue.
Appendix A: Resources.
Appendix B: Dachshund Club of America′s Code of Ethics.
Appendix C: Titles a Dachshund Can Earn.
Appendix D: National Specialty Winners.
Bibliography.
Index.
Notă biografică
ANN GORDON has been involved with Dachshunds for more than 40 years. During 20 of those years, she bred and showed standard smooth Dachshunds in conformation competition under the kennel name of Ravenridge. In 1969, she was licensed by the American Kennel Club to judge Dachshunds and has judged throughout the United States and Canada. She is also licensed to judge Basset Hounds. Over the years, she has had the honor to judge at four of the Dachshund Club of America′s national specialty shows. Not long after she became involved in Dachshunds, Ann became a member of the Dachshund Club of America. Over the many years that she has been a member of this organization, she has served in the capacity of 2nd Vice–President, 1st Vice–President, and as a member of the Board of Directors, a position in which she presently serves. Ann is the Dachshund breed columnist for the AKC Gazette and has been writing the column for the past 17 years.