Author: Ann Arch Publisher: ISBN: 9781593782382 Category : Dogs Languages : en Pages : 0
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Sporting a mop of uncombed hair and his namesake "bobtail," the Old English Sheepdog ranks high on everyone's list of most recognizable and lovable shaggy dogs. Under these famous strands stands a working droving dog of exceptional skill and talent, and more than a dollop of personality. The Old English Sheepdog, prized as a family dog of boundless affection and energy, warms the hearts of owners around the world. Written by breed authority and breeder-judge Ann Arch, this new book provides an insightful look at the history and characteristics of the Old English Sheepdog as well as the breed standard. The author provides everything an owner needs to know about puppy selection and care, feeding, grooming, obedience training, health care and maintenance. New owners will welcome the author's advice about housebreaking, puppy-proofing the home and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an authoritative, comprehensive text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive. Book jacket.
Author: Malcolm Lee Publisher: LP Media Inc ISBN: Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 205
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The PERFECT guide for any new Bobtail owner! Learn everything you need to know including: Preparing your home for a Sheepdog Training during the first few weeks Proper Nutrition and Diet for a Sheepdog Avoiding the common mistakes most new Old English Sheepdog owners make Exercise tips and Socialization ideas See an Old English Sheepdog in the show ring with its immaculately-groomed, flowing coat and it’s hard to imagine the hard knock life for which they were originally bred. Beneath all that fur and abundant fringe, there lies the heart and soul of a working dog. Big-boned and robust, the Old English Sheepdog is never happier than when at the center of attention or in the middle of the action. First appearing in the mid 1700’s, this comparative newcomer to the canine world was originally bred for the tough life of a drover in Southwest England. Here, they were responsible for driving sheep and cattle to market. It was at this time that they picked up the nickname Bob-Tails because of their docked tails which identified them as working dogs and allowed their owners to avoid paying pet tax. Tasked with guarding and moving sheep and cattle across windswept moors and dales, they are doubly blessed with brain and brawn. Their loyalty and companionship are beyond reproach, but it is the breed’s sense of fun that is as strongly imprinted in their DNA as their instinct to herd. The Old English Sheepdog is often called the clown prince of dogs, which is a great indication of the indelible imprint he leaves on owners and breeders alike. A large breed, adult Old English Sheepdogs reach around 21-22’’ at the shoulder and weigh as much as 80 pounds. Hugely affectionate and attention seeking, they will never be far from their owner’s side. So, if personal space is high on your list of priorities, this may not be the ideal breed for you. As long as an OES is part of the family, it doesn’t matter if you live in a penthouse or a farmhouse. What does matter, though, is exercise and lots of it. Be aware, this love of human company also means that your new best friend will not make a good yard dog. Everything about this breed is larger than life, from their abundant shaggy coat to their outgoing quirky character. They also live to around 12-years of age, so making this affable breed of dog a member of the family is a long-term commitment. For all these reasons, knowledge of this large breed is essential before committing to welcoming one into your family. Are you intending to go down the puppy route, or maybe offering a loving home to a rescue dog? Then the chapters of this guide will provide you with all the information you need to get the best from your big bouncy bob tail.
Author: Eric Barclay Publisher: HarperCollins ISBN: 9780062677389 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 40
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An accidental-friendship story packed with humor from author-illustrator Eric Barclay Sheep is an expert at protecting sheep—or so she thinks until one happy afternoon when she bumps into a very hairy someone on the farm. “Who are you?” she asks. “I’m the sheep dog!” the someone says. “I watch the sheep.” Holy begonia! Sheep knows this can’t be right. After all, she’s the pro! So Sheep goes off to get everything Sheep Dog needs to get the job done, but each time she goes, something almost happens to Sheep… And it's Sheep Dog who saves the day! For fans of Goodnight Already! by Jory John, You Will Be My Friend! by Peter Brown, and Little Blue Truck by Alice Schertle, this hilarious and tender friendship story proves that even the best watchers must look out for one another.
Author: Ross D. Clark, DVM Publisher: Xlibris Corporation ISBN: 1499065779 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 38
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This book (Old English Sheepdog ) provides you with a through description and positive attributes of this breed including origin, purpose, history, normal heights and weights, acceptable colors and behavioral traits. Our books differ from most books on dog breeds because this book also provides you with a comprehensive and authoritative source of all the known predisposed hereditary health syndromes for the breed. You will find extensive references for each problem described. We also provide the breed club address for this breed and a list of laboratories and organizations that can provide professional help and information. As a small animal veterinarian, I have always been intrigued by the way dogs have been bred to fill a purpose in life and further impressed that they also tend to love performing that service. Greyhounds and other sight hounds are built for speed with aerodynamic bodies consisting of small head, deep chest, narrow waist and large leg muscles. On the other hand Dachshunds take their name from German words meaning “badger dog” and they use their long nose, long body and short legs to both track, enter and dig into badger dens. After developing a practice that catered to clients with show dogs, my interest in each breed continued to grow as I studied and observed more and more about the unique predisposition and incidence of health problems in each breed. Breeders of purebred dogs for show were a challenge and inspirational for me to research and help them with their unique health problems. Historically references to hereditary problems are scattered throughout various Veterinary medical texts and journals such as ophthalmology, neurology, gastroenterology, cardiovascular and dermatology. This book, as well as the other books and articles I have written, is researched and compiled with the intention to provide both veterinarians and dog owners with comprehensive and authoritative predisposition information under the breed name. At the date of this publication, The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation and the The Kennel Club of England reports over 400 known hereditary health syndromes throughout the dog kingdom. At the writing of my first book in 1983, less than 50 hereditary issues are able to be predicted and or diagnosed. Sequencing of the canine genome, DNA tests, metabolic testing including blood tests and urine testing; plus, phenotypic examinations such as radiographs, ultrasound, and CERF or OFA eye registry exams by a Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologist have advanced the science of breed related health and behavioral problems. This book will provide veterinarians, researchers, pet owners and breeders with a comprehensive guide to all the known problems veterinarians and dog owners should consider during pet selection and throughout each life stage of our canine friends.
Author: Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor Publisher: Dogwise Publishing ISBN: 161781251X Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 483
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Whether you are interested in working dogs for a hobby, on the ranch, or for serious trial competition, Stockdog Savvy will be an invaluable aid. Beginning with chapters on herding dog characteristics, instinct, and choosing a herding dog, the Taylors explain how to prepare your puppy and do basic foundation training. The book progresses to starting the dog on stock and developing a useful working dog and ends with advanced lessons and preparing for the various types of competition. If you want to learn about working stockdogs, this is the book for you! Learn how to: • Select, care for and train a working stock dog. • Teach your dog to work cattle, sheep, goats, foul or exotic livestock. • Choose the right type or breed of livestock, care for and handle them correctly. • Train a dog for work on a ranch, the open range, or in the trial pen. • Recognize more than 60 different herding breeds and much, much more.
Author: Vince Stead Publisher: vince stead ISBN: 1478298405 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 96
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Learn how to train and understand your Old English Sheepdog with these fun and helpful tips and tricks! 1. The Characteristics of a Old English Sheepdog Puppy and Dog 2. What You Should Know About Puppy Teeth 3. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your Old English Sheepdog Puppy 4. Are Rawhide Treats Good for Your Old English Sheepdog? 5. How to Crate Train Your Old English Sheepdog 6. When Should You Spay Or Neuter Your Dog? 7. When Your Old English Sheepdog Makes Potty Mistakes 8. How to Teach your Old English Sheepdog to Fetch 9. Make it Easier and Healthier for Feeding Your Old English Sheepdog 10. When Your Old English Sheepdog Has Separation Anxiety, and How to Deal With It 11. When Your Old English Sheepdog Is Afraid of Loud Noises 12. How to Stop Your Old English Sheepdog From Jumping Up On People 13. How to Build A Whelping Box for a Old English Sheepdog or Any Other Breed of Dog 14. How to Teach Your Old English Sheepdog to Sit 15. Why Your Old English Sheepdog Needs a Good Soft Bed to Sleep In 16. How to Stop Your Old English Sheepdog From Running Away or Bolting Out the Door 17. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your Old English Sheepdog Puppy 18. How to Socialize Your Old English Sheepdog Puppy 19. How to Stop Your Old English Sheepdog Dog From Excessive Barking 20. When Your Old English Sheepdog Has Dog Food or Toy Aggression Tendencies 21. What you Should Know about Fleas and Ticks 22. How to Stop Your Old English Sheepdog Puppy or Dog From Biting 23. What to Expect Before and During your Dog Having Puppies 24. What the Benefits of Micro chipping Your Dog Are to You 25. How to Get Something Out of a Puppy or Dog's Belly Without Surgery 26. How to Clean Your Old English Sheepdog's Ears Correctly 27. How to Stop Your Old English Sheepdog From Eating Their Own Stools 28. How Invisible Fencing Typically Works to Train and Protect Your Dog 29. Some Items You Should Never Let Your Puppy or Dog Eat 30. How to Make Sure Your Dog is Eating A Healthy Amount of Food 31. Make it Easier and Healthier for Feeding Your Old English Sheepdog 32. How to Clean and Groom your Old English Sheepdog 33. How to Trim a Puppy or Dogs Nails Properly 34. The 5 Different Kinds of Worms that can Harm your Dog 35. How to Deworm your Old English Sheepdog for Good Health 36. What You Should Know About Dog Rabies 37. Some Helpful Healthy and Tasty Homemade Dog Food Recipes 38. How to Select Treats To Train Your Dog With
Author: Ann Arch Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing ISBN: 1593789947 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 150
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The experts at Kennel Club Books present the world's largest series of breed-specific canine care books. Each critically acclaimed Comprehensive Owner's Guide covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. WIth nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please the fancier of even the rarest breed!
Author: Phillip Keller Publisher: Harper Collins ISBN: 0849917654 Category : Pets Languages : en Pages : 97
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CLASSIC More than 200K in print In a modern-day parable about a man and his transforming love for his dog, Lass, best-selling author Phillip Keller paints a vivid picture of God's love for the unlovable. What you see is not always what you get - and this true story of a man and his dog is no exception. Woven just under the surface of this simple parable, Keller presents profound spiritual truth. It is the story of Lass, a worthless animal thought to be untrainable, who becomes a magnificent and valuable sheepdog - not terribly unlike how God's love can transform our worst characteristics into blessings that serve to further His Kingdom. Allow yourself to see Biblical truth in this classic tale of what can happen when you yield to the Master.
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