American pit bull terriers
Book - 2006
Contains original, lively text, complete with informative tips and colorful photos illustrating all aspects of pet care.
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- Published
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Neptune City, NJ :
T.F.H. Publications
[2006]
- Language
- English
- Corporate Author
- Main Author
- Corporate Author
- Physical Description
- 111 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm
- Bibliography
- Includes bibliographical references (pages 106-108) and index.
- ISBN
- 9780793837588
- Chapter 1. Why I Adore My APBT
- Physical Characteristics
- Temperamental and Behavioral Aspects
- Chapter 2. The Stuff of Everyday Life
- Bed
- Collar
- Crate
- Exercise Pen
- Food, Water, and Bowls
- Gate
- Grooming Supplies
- ID Tags/Microchips
- Leash
- Chapter 3. Good Eating
- A Balanced Diet: Nutrients
- Food Labels
- Commercial Food
- Noncommercial Food
- Treats
- Supplements
- Free Feeding Versus Scheduled Feeding
- Obesity
- Chapter 4. Looking Good
- Coat and Skin Care
- Nail Care
- Ear Care
- Eye Care
- Dental Care
- Finding a Professional Groomer
- Chapter 5. Feeling Good
- Finding a Veterinarian
- Neutering (Spaying and Castrating)
- Vaccinations
- Breed-Specific Health Issues in APBTs
- General Illnesses
- Parasites
- Alternative Therapies
- Chapter 6. Being Good
- Why Train Your APBT?
- Socialization
- Crate Training
- Housetraining
- Basic Obedience Commands
- Tricks
- Chapter 7. In the Doghouse
- Barking
- Chewing
- Digging
- Housesoiling
- Jumping Up
- Chapter 8. Stepping Out
- Travel and Vacationing
- Therapy Work
- Canine Good Citizen
- Showing Your APBT
- Sports
- Games
- Resources
- Index