The old rules don't always apply to adopted dogs, whose training, past behaviors, and health histories may be a mystery At last, here's the one-stop bible that acknowledges their special needs and covers every detail of daily life In chapters reviewed by experts in veterinary medicine, nutrition, and training, pet parents will learn: Where to ожйвв find your perfect canine companion; All about breeds and mixed breeds and how you can adopt any type of dog; Smart guidelines for adoption success; Realistic expenses of dog care; What to expect when you bring your new pup home (and long after); How to prevent runaways and protect your dog from all types of harm; Clicker, target stick, and other re-training methods; Humane ways to modify undesirable behaviors; How to introduce new diets and take the guesswork out of feeding; Holistic and conventional medical treatments; Daily hygiene and caring for your sick pup inside and out; The impact of travel and changes at home; What to do when it's time to say good-bye Plus recipes, doggy workouts, heartwarming true stories of adopted dogs and their happy parents, information on saving dogs on a larger scale, and much, much more!.  Группа мятежныхИздательство: Collins Living, 2009 г Мягкая обложка, 512 стр ISBN 0061435597 Язык: Английский.