Belgian Malinois (Comprehensive Owner's Guide) by Robert Pollet Dr.

Comprehensive Owner's Guide

by Robert Pollet

Written by one of the world’s leading authorities on Belgian breeds, a renowned international judge, Dr. Robert Pollet, this Special Limited Edition dedicated to the Belgian Malinois offers an enlightening look at the history, working abilities and character of this remarkable herding dog. Few breeds boast the versatility of the Belgian a shepherd’s dog, a working guard dog, a top competition dog, a police and military dog, a search and rescue dog, a companion, a show dog…the roles and talents of this breed are fairly limitless. For the right owners, this highly accomplished and trainable dog makes a most rewarding canine companion and performance dog. The author, a Belgian native, has been judging the Belgian Malinois for over thirty years and remains an ardent promoter of all Belgian breeds. Readers will welcome Dr. Pollet’s insightful look at the breed’s history in Europe and the United States as well as his thorough examination of the breed’s characteristics, breed standard and owning and training requirements. Additionally this volume offers reliable information for new owners seeking to purchase a well-bred Malinois puppy, illustrated with over 130 color photographs that readers will find informative and attractive. The complete care and training of the breed are discussed as well as proper management of the Malinois’s health, in an excellent chapter by veterinarian and author Dr. Lowell Ackerman.

Hardcover

First published September 1, 2005

Reviews

[Jessica Doty · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was looking for history

I have bought 4 different books about this breed. This one is my favorite. It discussed history and breed standard, not just another basic you have a puppy now do this book.

[Francisco Zumbado · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting but not as usufull

The book offers some good advice regarding the Belgian Malinois but I didn't find it as useful as thought. Good book to learn the basic specs but it comes short on the level of information it provides.

[mike hoppe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

Good book to read to obtain information about the Malinois. Great training tips for puppies. Good information about the medical needs for your new dog.