The Complete Labrador Handbook: The Essential Guide for New & Prospective Labrador Owners (Canine Handbooks)

"This is an excellent read for anyone who wants a Labrador or already has one. I have been breeding Labradors for 35 years and I will be recommending this to my puppy buyers from now on," CHERYL A. CURTIS, MASSACHUSETTS, USA Start off on the right foot with the 284-page Complete Labrador Handbook, the only reference book you'll ever need & essential reading for anyone getting a puppy, adult or rescue Labrador Retriever. British canine author Linda Whitwam has teamed up with 31 experts - all AKC Breeders of Merit or Kennel Club Assured Breeders - to answer the dozens of questions every new & potential owner has. Together they provide a blueprint for a rewarding, lifelong partnership between you your new Labrador. Learn about the typical traits and habits of the world's most popular breed, what Labradors love & hate, exercise - how much and how often, grooming, dealing with puppy biting & caring for an ageing Lab. If you haven't got your puppy yet, save money & potential heartache by following our guidelines & steering clear of unhealthy pups. Learn: Where NOT to Buy a Labrador From How to Spot a Poorly-Bred Pup How to Find a Good Breeder & What Questions to Ask How to Pick a Healthy Puppy with the Right Temperament For You Male or Female Show, Working or a Mixture Colour? Puppy-Proofing Your Home & Garden Finding & Caring for Rescue Labs Once home, the book guides you through the first days, weeks & months, including: Where Puppy Should Sleep Getting Your Labrador Used to You & Your Home Understanding & Bonding with Your New Arrival Housetraining Crate Training Obedience Training incl. Sit, Stay, Down, Recall, Walking on Leash & Clicker Training Socialisation There's over 20 pages on Feeding, including Feeding Puppies, Feeding Charts, Calorie Counters, Raw Diet, Maintaining a Healthy Weight - often a challenge with Labs! & Feeding Seniors. Labrador Health is covered in depth, including Ailments which can Affect the Breed, Allergies, Skin Issues, Ear Infections, Spaying, Neutering, Vaccinations, Worming, De-Fleaing & Microchipping & the Labrador Facts of Life. REVIEWS FOR THE COMPLETE LABRADOR HANDBOOK: "This is the book I have been looking for. I have had only had Springer Spaniels. This is my first Lab & after reading this book I am able to understand why my Lab behaves the way he does," L. NORDENHOLD, USA "A superbly-written comprehensive collection of advice, information and ideas about the breed & beautifully illustrated with lovely photographs. Plenty of research has clearly gone into this book with so many quotes from reputable breeders. As an Assured KC Breeder of Labradors I have already added this Handbook to my suggested reading list for prospective puppy families, and can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone interested in welcoming a Labrador into their family or those who already have one," A. SHELTZ, UK "Brilliant, well laid-out book, full of information, easy to follow, with advice from Labrador breeders - a must for new & experienced owners," J. McDONOUGH, UK "We found this to be an excellent book filled with valuable information, tips & guidance for Lab owners. Our puppy is now 4 months old & we have already put into practice some of the tips & techniques suggested in the book," R. & M. SCHARNHORST, US