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Informationen zum Autor Susan M. Ewing is a member of the Dog Writers Association of America and has been writing about dogs professionally for more than 15 years. Klappentext Features 8 pages of full-color photosKeep your Poodle well trained and well groomedAre you passionate about Poodles? Thinking of owning one? This friendly guide answers all your questions about caring for these energetic, intelligent dogs, from feeding and healthcare to basic training. You'll find out how to groom your Poodle's luxurious coat, exercise and entertain him, and help him live a long, happy life!Discover how to* Understand the breed and its history* Adopt or rescue a Poodle* Prepare for your Poodle's homecoming* Housetrain your Poodle* Socialize your Poodle* Handle breed-specific health issues Zusammenfassung The Poodle is known for her keen intelligence, excellent trainability, and, most notably, those signature curly locks. But there's more to the Poodle than meets the eye (like, say, those expensive grooming bills). So, to Poodle or not to Poodle? That is the question. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction 1 About This Book 1 Conventions Used in This Book 2 What You're Not to Read 3 Foolish Assumptions 3 How This Book Is Organized 4 Part I: Picking the Poodle of Your Dreams 4 Part II: Living Happily with Your Poodle 4 Part III: Training and Having Fun with Your Poodle Pal 5 Part IV: Maintaining Your Poodle's Health 5 Part V: The Part of Tens 5 Icons Used in This Book 5 Where to Go from Here 6 Part I: Picking the Poodle of Your Dreams 7 Chapter 1: Making a Match with a Poodle 9 Understanding the Poodle Breed 9 Strolling through a brief history 9 Reviewing sizes and personality traits 10 Considering breed standards 11 To Poodle or Not to Poodle: Is One the Best Dog for You? 11 Selecting the Perfect Poodle for You 12 Adjusting to Life with a Poodle 12 Training and Enjoying Your Poodle 13 Keeping Your Poodle Healthy 14 Chapter 2: Unwrapping the Whole Poodle Package 15 Walking through the History of the Breed 15 In the beginning, there was dog 15 The appearance of Poodle varieties 17 The Poodle's modern rise in popularity 17 Picturing a Poodle's Physical Traits and Personality 19 Measuring up sizes 19 Scoping out a Poodle's anatomy 20 Taking a look at temperament 22 Surveying Breed Standards 22 The American Kennel Club 23 The United Kennel Club 26 Chapter 3: Deciding Whether a Poodle Is Right for You 29 Asking Yourself a Few Important Questions Upfront 29 Does a Poodle fit in with your lifestyle? 30 Do you have room for a Poodle? 30 How will a Poodle respond to your children and other pets? 30 Considering the Costs of Poodle Ownership 31 How much is that doggy? Money matters 31 The clock's ticking: Time issues 32 Chapter 4: Choosing the Best Poodle for You 33 Selecting the Traits You Want in a Poodle 33 Puppy or adult? 33 Toy, Miniature, or Standard? 35 Male or female? 35 Which color? 36 Deciding Where to Find Your Poodle 36 Beginning with breeders 36 Considering shelters and rescue groups 42 Wondering about pet shops 44 Choosing a Healthy Poodle 45 Registering Your Poodle 46 American Kennel Club registration 46 United Kennel Club registration 47 Perusing a pedigree after you register your Poodle 47 Part II: Living Happily with Your Poodle 49 Chapter 5: Preparing for Your Poodle's Homecoming 51 Outfitting Your Home with Crates, Gates, and Ex-pens 51 Crates 52 Gates 54 Ex-pens 56 Buying C...
