- Considering what breeding dogs
means
- Preparing for birthing
emergencies
- Raising puppies to be good pets
- Finding proper homes for puppies
and dogs
- Getting started with the bitches
- Making partnerships
- Understanding inbreeding,
linebreeding, and outcrossing
- Easing the aging process
- Dealing with older-dog health
concerns
- Letting go
- Getting help when you’re grieving
- Providing for your pet in your
will
- Having fun with your dog while
you exercise
- Making sure that you don’t push
your dog too hard
- Giving your dog activities while
you’re away
- Finding time in your schedule for
your dog
- Figuring out how much exercise
your dog needs
- Finding people to help get your
dog the exercise she needs when you can’t be with her
- Taking your dog for an annual
checkup
- Neutering your dog
- Knowing what to look for when
choosing a vet
- Allaying your dog’s fears about
trips to the vet’s office
- Taking advantage of special
payment and savings plans
- Keeping a first-aid kit ready in
your car and in your home
- Knowing how to administer CPR to
your dog
- Using basic first-aid techniques
to deal with common injuries
- Knowing what to do if your dog
becomes lost
- Keeping your dog safe from
viruses, bacteria, and parasites
- Protecting yourself and your
family from the bugs that like your dog
- Knowing how much protein,
carbohydrates, and fats your dog needs
- Making sure that your dog is
getting the right amount of vitamins and minerals
- Getting an inside look at how
your dog’s food is made
- Checking out organic options
