Your German Shepherd's Life: Your Complete Guide to Raising Your Pet from Puppy to Companion

by Audrey Pavia

Give Your German Shepherd the Best Possible Care—for Life!
As a caring German Shepherd Dog owner, you want the best for your pet. But you may not know all the special steps you need to take to raise a happy, healthy Shepherd. Your German Shepherd's Life was written with one purpose in to give you the most up-to-date information and guidance you need about the health, nutrition, training, and care of your dog. Reviewed by a nationally known veterinarian, this book shows you how to give your Shepherd the best life possible—whether you've just welcomed a new puppy into your family or adopted an older dog.
Inside—what every German Shepherd owner wants to
·Is a German Shepherd the right dog for me?
·How much exercise does my Shepherd need?
·Do Shepherds make good companions for children?
·How do I choose the best food for all stages of my Shepherd's life?
·What's the best way to house-train my dog?
·Will my Shepherd get along with my other pets?
·How do I teach my dog not to chew on the furniture and dig up the yard?
Includes a special training section written with your German Shepherd's temperment in mind.

304 pages, Paperback

First published October 6, 1999

About the author

Audrey is a former magazine editor and author of 23 books about animals. She currently lives in Norco, Calif., with two cats, two dogs, two horses and three chickens.