Petfinder.com The Adopted Dog Bible电子书

Cover

Title Page

Dedication

Contents

Foreword

Introduction

Part 1

Gimme Shelter

Rescue Me!

Puppy Personals

The Story for Strays

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Kirby

Resources

Part 2

Will a Dog Fit into Your Life?

Describing Your Dream Dog

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Boomer

Resources

Part 3

Doggie Group-Think

Good Sports: The Sporting Group

Elvis’s Favorites: The Hound Group

Busy, Busy, Busy: The Terrier Group

Great Big Dogs in Very Little Packages: The Toy Group

Take This Job and Fetch It: The Working Group

Movers (But Not Shakers): The Herding Group

Odds and Ends: The Non-Sporting Group

A Little of This and a Little of That: Mixing It Up

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Feebee and Rosie

Resources

Part 4

Checklist of Supplies

Dog-proofing Your Home, Inside and Out

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Pinny

Resources

Part 5

Before You Go

What to Ask the Shelter Staff

At the Shelter: Guidelines for Making the Right Match

At a Foster Home or Adoption Event

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Spike

Resources

Part 6

Picking Up Your Pup

The Drive Home

What to Expect During the First Twenty-four Hours

Sweet Dreams: Sleeping Arrangements

What to Expect During the First Week

Your Behavior: Managing Stress

Full House: Introducing the New Arrival to Your Other Pets

The Truth About Cats and Dogs

Doctor, Doctor! The First Vet Visit

What to Expect During the First, Second, and Third Months

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Mia

Resources

Part 7

How Dogs Operate

Becoming a Benevolent Dictator

Basic Equipment and Management Tools

Training Techniques

Training Some Basic Behaviors

Make Your Dog a Good Canine Citizen

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Gizmo

Part 8

Scary Sounds

A Touching Problem

House-training

Modifying Problem Behaviors

Enlisting Professional Help

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Nike

Resources

Part 9

Where Should You Feed Your Dog?

How Often Should You Feed Your Dog?

How Much Should You Feed Your Dog?

The Diet Dilemma: What Should You Feed Your Dog?

Obesity—Is My Dog Fat or Just at the Top of His Weight Class?

What if Your Dog Is Underweight?

That’s a Good Boy! Finding the Right Treats

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Kiki

Resources

Part 10

Walking Basics

Meet and Greet

Workouts

Play

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Nestlé

Resources

Part 11

Grooming Essentials

Caring for Canine Coats and Skin

Bath Time

Ear Care

Eye Care

Oral Health Care

Photographic Insert

Foot and Nail Care

Anal Gland Care

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Louis

Resources

Part 12

What Does Neuter Mean?

The Benefits of Neutering for Your Dog

The Benefits of Neutering for Your Community

Is My Dog Too Young to Be Neutered?

Some Common Myths About Neutering

The Future of Sterilization

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Buddy

Resources

Part 13

The Head

The Nose and Mouth

The Ears

The Eyes

The Neck and Body

The Tail

The Legs and Feet

The Skin

Coat Types and Textures

Coat Colors and Patterns

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Bruno

Resources

Part 14

Infectious Diseases

Vaccinations

Signs and Symptoms of an Injury or Illness

First Aid 411

Emergency Procedures

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Sarah

Resources

Part 15

Work with Your Veterinarian

Work with Your Vet’s Staff

If Your Dog Is Hospitalized

Nursing Your Dog

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Ralph

Resources

Part 16

Eyes

Ears

Skin and Coat

Allergies

External Parasites

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Sam

Resources

Part 17

The Circulatory System

The Digestive System

The Urinary System

The Respiratory System

The Musculoskeletal System

The Endocrine System

The Immune System

Cancer

The Nervous System

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Oscar

Resources

Part 18

What Is Holistic Veterinary Medicine?

How Is Conventional Medicine Different from Holistic Medicine?

Types of Holistic Medicine

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Arnold

Resources

Part 19

Canine Cruising

Flying the “Furry” Skies

Trains, Boats, and Buses

Foreign Travel

Time for a Break: Traveling Without Your Dog

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Belle

Resources

Part 20

Back to Work, Back to School

Time to Move

Your New Relationship: Dog Versus Date

And Baby Makes…?

Dealing with Divorce or Death

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Koda

Resources

Part 21

Can You Keep Her?

Neuter Now!

Finding Prospects

Dealing with Applicants

Finalizing the Adoption

Using a Shelter

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Coby

Resources

Part 22

“How Do I Know When It’s Time?”

Euthanasia Versus a Natural Death

Preparing for the Inevitable

Saying Good-bye

Coping with Your Loss

If Your Dog Dies Unexpectedly

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Dexter

Dog Biscuits for the Soul: Moose

Resources

Appendix

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Resources

Searchable Terms

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Credits

Copyright

About the Publisher