Written by a professional dog whisperer and dog owner, the South African Boerboel Complete Owner's Manual has the answers you may need when researching this powerful breed that belongs to the Guardian category. Learn about this large-sized, imposing-looking dog from South Africa that was traditionally bred as a working farm dog and find out whether this intimidating dog, that has been banned in some countries, will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the South African Boerboel's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not this dog is the breed for you. If you already have a South African Boerboel, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Temperament - Pros and Cons - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Finding a breeder - Puppy proofing your home - The first weeks - Health and common health problems - Medical care & safety - Daily care - Feeding - Bad treats and snacks - Good treats and snacks - House training - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.

Written by an expert dog whisperer and dog owner, the Boerboel Complete Owner's Manual has the answers you may need when researching this highly protective South African working Mastiff. Learn about this large and confident canine who was originally bred to defend the homestead from large predators and find out whether this intelligent and energetic guardian, that is banned in many countries, will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Boerboel's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not this dog is the breed for you. If you already have a Boerboel, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Temperament - Pros and Cons - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Finding a breeder - Puppy proofing your home - The first weeks - Health and common health problems - Medical care & safety - Daily care - Feeding - Bad treats and snacks - Good treats and snacks - House training - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.

The Boerboel is a very majestic dog who was given immense recognition and respect by some of the greatest rulers in the history of mankind; including Assurbanipal of Assyria and Alexander the Great. Now, if you want to feel like royalty, too, it is a good idea to bring home a Boerboel. However, before you do that, make sure you know everything about taking care of this rather unique breed. Having a giant dog like the Boerboel at home is no easy task. For anybody who has even owned a dog before understanding the right way to care for a dog like the Boerboel seems like a challenge. Most Mastiff owners would agree that the docile nature of the breed reduces the burden to a large extent. So if you are bringing home a Boerboel you must worry mostly about giving the dog proper care to ensure that he has a long, comfortable and healthy life, this book is all that you will need to refer to. With the wrong care, this dog can sometimes become aggressive. With the right care, he will be the most incredible addition to your family. This book is a complete pet owner's guide that covers all the concerns that a new Mastiff owner may have. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including introducing the puppy to your family, transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training secrets and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not the Neapolitan Mastiff is the breed for you. If you already have a Boerboel, this book will tell you how to keep your dog happy and how to make you a happy dog owner. Harry Holstone, the author, is a dog lover and Boerboel owner.

A practical guide to identifying risks in veterinary patients and tailoring their care accordingly Pet-specific care refers to a practice philosophy that seeks to proactively provide veterinary care to animals throughout their lives, aiming to keep pets healthy and treat them effectively when disease occurs. Pet-Specific Care for the Veterinary Team offers a practical guide for putting the principles of pet-specific care into action. Using this approach, the veterinary team will identify risks to an individual animal, based on their particular circumstances, and respond to these risks with a program of prevention, early detection, and treatment to improve health outcomes in pets and the satisfaction of their owners. The book combines information on medicine and management, presenting specific guidelines for appropriate medical interventions and material on how to improve the financial health of a veterinary practice in the process. Comprehensive in scope, and with expert contributors from around the world, the book covers pet-specific care prospects, hereditary and non-hereditary considerations, customer service implications, hospital and hospital team roles, and practice management aspects of pet-specific care. It also reviews specific risk factors and explains how to use these factors to determine an action plan for veterinary care. This important book: Offers clinical guidance for accurately assessing risks for each patient Shows how to tailor veterinary care to address a patient’s specific risk factors Emphasizes prevention, early detection, and treatment Improves treatment outcomes and provides solutions to keep pets healthy and well Written for veterinarians, technicians and nurses, managers, and customer service representatives, Pet-Specific Care for the Veterinary Team offers a hands-on guide to taking a veterinary practice to the next level of care.

This complete catalog of all things canine is essential reading for dog lovers everywhere. From Beethoven to Toto, dogs have a special relationship with humans and are forever known as man’s best friend. The enduring loyalty and companionship of our four-legged friends is celebrated throughout The Dog Encyclopedia. Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this beautiful book puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture. Famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. More than 400 dog breeds are introduced, from primitive dogs and working dogs to companion dogs and scent hounds. Each and every breed includes stunning photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice. If you’re bringing home a new pet, this guide comes crammed with top tips for a balanced diet, exercise, grooming, and training, as well as a health section on continuing care, identifying illness, and veterinary visits. This perfect pooch package is an indispensable owner's guide and an invaluable reference for budding dog whisperers.

This book (Boerboels) provides you with a through description and positive attributes of this breed including origin, purpose, history, normal heights and weights, acceptable colors and behavioral traits. Our books differ from most books on dog breeds because this book also provides you with a comprehensive and authoritative source of all the known predisposed hereditary health syndromes for the breed. You will find extensive references for each problem described. We also provide the breed club address for this breed and a list of laboratories and organizations that can provide professional help and information. As a small animal veterinarian, I have always been intrigued by the way dogs have been bred to fill a purpose in life and further impressed that they also tend to love performing that service. Greyhounds and other sight hounds are built for speed with aerodynamic bodies consisting of small head, deep chest, narrow waist and large leg muscles. On the other hand Dachshunds take their name from German words meaning badger dog and they use their long nose, long body and short legs to both track, enter and dig into badger dens. After developing a practice that catered to clients with show dogs, my interest in each breed continued to grow as I studied and observed more and more about the unique predisposition and incidence of health problems in each breed. Breeders of purebred dogs for show were a challenge and inspirational for me to research and help them with their unique health problems. Historically references to hereditary problems are scattered throughout various Veterinary medical texts and journals such as ophthalmology, neurology, gastroenterology, cardiovascular and dermatology. This book, as well as the other books and articles I have written, is researched and compiled with the intention to provide both veterinarians and dog owners with comprehensive and authoritative predisposition information under the breed name. At the date of this publication, The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation and the The Kennel Club of England reports over 400 known hereditary health syndromes throughout the dog kingdom. At the writing of my first book in 1983, less than 50 hereditary issues are able to be predicted and or diagnosed. Sequencing of the canine genome, DNA tests, metabolic testing including blood tests and urine testing; plus, phenotypic examinations such as radiographs, ultrasound, and CERF or OFA eye registry exams by a Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist have advanced the science of breed related health and behavioral problems. This book will provide veterinarians, researchers, pet owners and breeders with a comprehensive guide to all the known problems veterinarians and dog owners should consider during pet selection and throughout each life stage of our canine friends.

On a quiet spring morning in 2010, a group of federal, state and local law enforcement agents gathered in northern Washington State to stage a raid. Their target: a rustic cabin perched high on a hilltop, just five miles from the Canadian border. At the time, it was inhabited by a high-tech entrepreneur who provided encryption and privacy services. The once-wealthy man now lived in the little cabin with his dogs and horses, including a champion show jumping stallion. Authorities accused him of a shocking crime¿operating a commercial bestiality farm. But in fact the whole truth was more complicated than that. Reporter Carreen Maloney spent years seeking the real story, ultimately uncovering a secret society of zoophiles who form their main social, emotional and physical bonds with animals. Uniquely Dangerous sheds light on a worldwide social phenomenon that dares not venture from the shadows.

Also known as the Italian Mastiff, the Cane Corso is a large dog with a lot of love and affection for the family. However, they are also one of the best guard dog breeds. Like other guard dogs, their appearance is part of what makes the Cane Corso so intimidating. Its regal appearance hides the fact that this is a breed that can be incredibly playful. They are also loath to be away from their family. There is no doubt that they make great guardians, but proper training and socialization makes them a perfect family dog that can go with you anywhere – which will make everyone happy. Cane Corsos can be great guardians, but the vast majority of the time, they are goofy pups that consider themselves lap dogs – you need to let them know that isn’t the case early if you don’t want a 110-pound dog trying to claim your lap. Unlike other mastiffs, the Cane Corso is easy to train as they are real people pleasers. They are not a good breed if you have not had a dog before or if you don’t have time for regular training and exercise. However, you really could not ask for a better breed when it comes to protection, playing, and affection.

"The Cane Corso is one of the world’s most distinguished breeds...every page is overflowing with passion for our beloved breed!" J. Gould, Baltimore, MD "Very breed-specific to the Cane Corso - it's become my trusted "Bible." Stephanie Petron, Hampshire, UK "Amazingly detailed and the photography is stunning!" J Sarducci, San Francisco "Incredibly relevant Cane Corso tips and the history is a really welcome part of the Cane Corso Bible." - S. Shepherd, Charlotte, NC. CANE CORSO BIBLE AND THE CANE CORSO is your definitive Cane Corso Bible! Everything is covered: from Cane Corso Puppies, Cane Corso Breeders, Cane Corso Variations including Brindle Cane Corso, Black Cane Corso, Blue Cane Corso, Formentino Cane Corso, Cane Corso Training, bringing your Cane Corso home, Cane Corso Dogs as Adults, Cane Corso Health & Nutrition, Cane Corso Temperament, and all the proven INSIDER TIPS you’ll need to have the very best life with your Cane Corso! This one-stop resource will help you to care for, train, & build a successful partnership with your Cane Corso, & makes a great gift for new owners Canine author Mark Manfield has produced the most in-depth & up-to-date book yet on the Cane Corso. The 142 pages are easy to read & packed full of practical info & breeders' tips on everything you need to know about getting to know, caring for & living with the magnificent Cane Corso! Everything is Covered – including: Cane Corso Puppies – You’ll Learn: How to prepare Your Home & Yard What to do when Your Puppy first arrives Cane Corso Sleeping Arrangements Getting through the first week Exercise – how much and what type? Crate training for your Cane Corso Housetraining Socialization – what does it mean and how to do it right Training & Obedience How to Avoid the missteps which could make Your Cane Corso’s personality not turn out right. Cane Corso Bible and the Cane Coro is full of tried-and-tested personalized advice on what to expect & all aspects of life with your Cane Corso, from bringing home your puppy home & into a thriving adulthood! For anyone who hasn’t chosen their Cane Corso yet there is: Cane Corso variations & color patterns Cane Corso hybrids and how to tell purebred from mixes The Personality of the Cane Corso vs Other Competing Breeds Cane Corso Breeders- What to look for (and to AVOID!). Where NOT to Buy a Cane Corso How to Pick a Healthy Cane Corso Puppy or Cane Corso Adult Temperament: Quickly understanding the Temperament of the exact Cane Corso You’re considering Cane Corso Socialization Preventing Anti-Social Behavior Learn about Cane Corso Food- What breeders recommend, Feeding Puppies, Raw Diets, Avoiding Food Allergies, Understanding Dog Food Labels, & Feeding Tips. In Depth- Cane Corso Health: including Ears, Skin, Allergies, Spaying, Neutering, Vaccinations, Preventing Fleas & Microchipping, Cane Corso common illnesses- and how to avoid them! Renowned world expert advice on the Cane Corso including from the Italian breed standards from the official society. Grooming & caring for the Cane Corso coat & skin, and the BEST actvities to make them shine! PS: This is not a run-of-the-mill book… it's for true Cane Corso lovers- full of real world advice on how to make the most of Your Cane Corso’s life and journey together!