The Complete Guide to Basset Hounds: Choosing, Raising, Feeding, Training, Exercising, and Loving Your New Basset Hound Puppy - Couverture souple

Jerabek, Cheryl

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 195206984X ISBN 13 : 9781952069840

Editeur : LP Media Inc, 2020

Synopsis

A revolutionary new look into everything “Basset”; a MUST-READ that includes practical tips, tricks, and insights to help a new (or seasoned) Basset Hound owner.

Using interviews with 7 top Basset Hound breeders, author and experienced Basset Hound owner Cheryl Jerabek has created an in-depth look at what it REALLY takes to successfully live with, raise, and train a Basset Hound.

Covering all the Basset-specific topics you NEED TO KNOW, such as:

• The unique characteristics and quirks of the Basset Hound breed
• Early training (including housebreaking) strategies for Basset Hounds
• Choosing the proper supplies and food for a Basset puppy
• Helpful strategies for socializing a Basset Hound with other dogs
• Health care advice for each stage of your Basset Hounds life
• Grooming tips that a Basset owner needs to know!

If you are considering bringing a Basset Hound into your home (or already have!) then you need to read this book as soon as possible!

Find out the answers to your most pressing questions about Basset Hounds, such as:

• Is a Basset Hound the right breed for my lifestyle?
• What should I expect from a Basset breeder or rescue group?
• How do I prepare my home for a curious, nose-driven pup?
• Which training methods are most effective for training Basset Hounds?

The Complete Guide to Basset Hounds is a treasure-trove of information about this distinctive breed of hound dog. Everything you need to help ensure that your friendly Basset Hound pup develops into a well-behaved, healthy, and confident canine companion can be found within these pages. From your first search for a breeder to your precious pooch’s senior years, the indispensable knowledge compiled within will have you reaching for this extensive guidebook over and over again. This comprehensive book covers nearly every aspect of raising a Basset Hound, including:

• The history of the Basset Hound
• The challenges of living with a scenthound
• Where to find a good Basset Hound breeder or rescue
• Choosing the right Basset Hound for you
• Preparing your home for a new dog—inside and out
• What to expect the first few days home
• The importance of rules and boundaries in the Basset’s life
• Best practices for grooming your Basset Hound
• Diet and nutrition for the Basset Hound
• Dealing with separation anxiety and other problem behaviors
• Exercising and training your stubborn Basset Hound
• Breed-specific health and wellness information for all stages
• How to resist the Basset Hound’s legendary “sad eyes”
• Caring for the aging Basset Hound

Basset Hounds are one of the most amicable of dog breeds, but not always the most cooperative. They are both exceptional tracking dogs, steadfast in their ability to follow a trail, and excellent family companions, calm, affectionate, and not overly boisterous. They are stubborn, slobbery, and worth every second. This exhaustive manual will give you all the tools you need to ensure your Basset Hound’s health and happiness, from their first day with you until their last.

This comprehensive guidebook is a must-have addition for anyone considering bringing a Basset Hound into their lives.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: LP Media Inc
• Date d'édition: 2020
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 195206984X
• ISBN 13: 9781952069840
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 195
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg