Contents Which Dog 4 What You Will Need 6 Feeding Time 8 Grooming and Cleaning 10 Exercise 12 Training 14 Staying Healthy 16 In the Wild 18 Labrador Retriever 20 Miniature Schnauzer 22 Shetland Sheepdog 24 Jack Russell Terrier 26 Make It Doggy Cookies 28 Did You Know 29 Glossary 30 Further Resources 31 Index 32
Which Dog Dogs are popular pets and can bring a lifetime of happy memories Dogs can be fun companions All dogs need love care and attention but some breeds are more demanding than others Your Home and Lifestyle Before you choose a family dog you need to think about how you live Will the dog be alone during the day or will someone be home to keep it company Do you have a backyard or do you live in an apartment with no outside space Some dogs get along well with other pets in the house Others like to be the only pet Dogs such as terriers are bred to chase small animals They are more likely to run after cats Puppy or Older Dog Puppies need a lot of attention You will have to housebreak a puppy and spend lots of time with it at first You may find that an older dog is better suited to your family 4 Dogs
Rescue a Dog Rescue centers are full of dogs and puppies that need new homes Check your local center to see if you can give a pet a forever home before you buy from a breeder The Right Dog For You Will the dog have company during the day Do you have the time to give an active dog lots of exercise every day Can your family afford the food costs and vet bills Do you have another pet in the home Read On Dogs are great pets and make loyal companions but it is important to choose the right one for you This book will help you to pick and care for your pet Learn about four of the most family-friendly breeds Try your hand at making some tasty doggy cookies You will also find some fascinating facts about your new best friend 5
