Papillons: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual

by Jacklyn E. Hungerland, Michele Earle-Bridges (Illustrator)

These delightful little canines average less than 10 pounds and are called papillion (butterfly) because of their large wing-like ears. They accommodate well to apartment living and are good with older children. Titles in Barron�s wide-ranging and heavily illustrated selection of Complete Pet Owner�s Manuals present sound and useful information for pet owners. High-quality photos are in color and line drawings are anatomically accurate. These fact-filled books instruct owners on how to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, caged pets, reptiles, and virtually every other animal that people are likely to keep as a pet. Books in this series are written by breeders, trainers, veterinarians, and other pet-care specialists. They advise on purchasing, feeding, health care, training, grooming, and all other aspects of responsible pet ownership.

Genres: Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 2003

About the author

Dr. Jacklyn E. Hungerland was a pioneering figure in the world of dog breeding and judging, as well as a respected clinical psychologist. Born in 1930 in California, she became the first woman elected to the Board of Directors of the American Kennel Club, where she served for eight years. A lifelong advocate for canine excellence, she bred and exhibited Standard Poodles and judged dog shows worldwide for nearly five decades. She also authored several books on dogs and contributed regularly to publications such as Dogs in Review and the AKC Gazette. Beyond the dog world, Dr. Hungerland earned a PhD in psychology, served in the U.S. Army, and practiced privately until shortly before her death. She founded the Dog Fanciers Fund and held leadership roles in many dog clubs, including the Del Monte Kennel Club. A breast cancer survivor, she continued judging and practicing psychology well into her later years.

Reviews

[Michelle Boyer · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good introductory book about the Papillion breed. There are a lot of photos, which is nice, but if you want more bang for your buck this book falls just a bit short.

Good advice on the puppy stage though, including how to protect your puppy from injuries, and general puppy information.

This is a decent resource to have on hand, but in my personal opinion it looks like it was designed for children to teens.