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Australian Kelpie
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Complete Handbook of Australian Kelpie Author: Steve Sloane; £9.20 |
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Australian Kelpies Author: Steve Sloane; |
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Australian Kelpie Author: Tony Parsons; |
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Australian Kelpie Author: Charlotte Schwartz; |
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Kelpie and cattle dog Author: Monty Hamilton-Wilkes; |
Buying a Puppy
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Puppies need a lot of attention and must be constantly supervised. |
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A puppy/dog is a responsibility 365 days a year. This includes vacations, holidays, etc. |
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A dog is a long-term commitment (10 to 15 years on the average). |
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A puppy should be a permanent part of your family. |
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A puppy is not a toy, it is a living being. It is not something to be put in the backyard to be played with only when you feel like it. |
Puppies and children are not always a good combinations. Bringing a dog into a family that has children should be done only after a lot of thought and planning. Small children should never be left unsupervised with a dog or puppy. Children are rough on animals and even the best children can be abusive by hitting the dog or teasing it. Do not buy a pet for a child until the child is old enough to understand how to care for the animal and be gentle with it. It is not fair to put an animal in a situation and then punish it for defending itself when it is being hurt.
A puppy is an expense. Like anything else, don't buy one if you can't afford to properly care for it (i.e. spay/neuter, vet care, quality food, training). If you do not feel you have the time for a puppy, consider adopting a rescue dog.
Do not buy a puppy for the following reasons:
| You saw the puppy in a pet store and felt sorry for it. |
| Christmas present. |
| You want your child to have a dog - puppies and children are so cute together. |
| You saw one (on T.V., at the park, at your neighbors house) and you fell in love with it. |
| Someone had a litter of puppies and you just had to take one home with you. |
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Dog Rescue
The Dogs Trust believe no healthy dog should be destroyed and that every dog should have a chance to lead a healthy life and be happy in a loving home.
There are many ways of finding a suitable dog and re-homing is a good choice. Dogs Trust works with you to match your requirements to the needs of the dogs. They know that choosing the right dog means happy dogs and happy owners.
About Re-homing
Thousands of dogs are accommodated every year - from cuddly puppies to older dogs full of character.
Re-homing is all about giving them a fresh start, with a family who can offer them all the love and attention they deserve and perhaps have never experienced.
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Dog Grooming Books Dog Grooming For Dummies
Synopsis
This is the fun and easy way to keep a dog looking clean, neat, and healthy. This year, Americans will spend $8.8 billion for supplies for their pets, including grooming aids and services. Now, "Dog Grooming For Dummies" shows readers how to get professional results at home. Featuring step-by-step instructions and a coat-specific grooming guide for over 150 breeds of dog, this friendly guide covers basic grooming for good health, the latest grooming equipment, bathing, nail care, skin care, and dental care for dogs. Plus, there's also helpful advice on how to become a professional groomer and breed-specific tips on grooming dogs for competition. Margaret H "Maggie" Bonham (Conifer, CO) is an award-winning professional dog writer and trainer. She has worked as a vet tech, grooming dogs for clients, and has groomed dogs for show.
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