In This Chapter
- Competing in performance trials
- Making your dog a star
Showing posts with label Mixed Breeds. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mixed Breeds. Show all posts
Not Just for Purebreds: Showing Off with Your Mixed Breed
Ten Fun Activities You and Your Mixed Breed Can Enjoy Together
In This Chapter
- Showing off your mixed-breed dog
- Playing games
- Becoming a good citizen
- Having fun outdoors
- Helping others
Ten Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Dog
In This Chapter
- Finding low-cost ways to spay or neuter your dog
- Understanding how spaying or neutering your pet can help the pet population
- Assessing the health risks of not spaying or neutering your dog
Traveling with Charley
In This Chapter
- Preparing for your trip
- Driving or flying with your dog
- Leaving your dog at home
Not Just for Purebreds: Showing Off with Your Mixed Breed
In This Chapter
- Competing in performance trials
- Making your dog a star
The Special Needs of Senior Dogs
In This Chapter
- Knowing when your dog becomes a senior
- Caring for your senior dog
- Recognizing age-related health issues
- Knowing when to say goodbye
First Aid: Dealing with Emergencies
In This Chapter
- Being prepared for any emergency
- Knowing who to call for help
- Getting your lost dog back
Finding and Working with a Vet
In This Chapter
- Finding the right veterinarian for your dog
- Spaying or neutering your mixed breed
- Making sure your dog can be identified if he’s ever lost
- Giving your dog regular healthcare
- Dealing with chronic health issues
Tackling Mixed-Breed Training Challenges
In This Chapter
- Helping your dog be okay with being alone
- Knowing what to do with your aggressive dog
- Making Emily Post proud: Curing bad manners
Hup, Two, Three, Four: Good Manners and Basic Training
In This Chapter
- Getting ready to train
- Steps to success
- Teaching the basic commands
- Distraction proofing
- Finding a professional trainer
Housetraining
In This Chapter
- Recognizing gotta-go potty behavior
- Scheduling time for your dog to go
- Training your dog to potty on command
- Crate-training your mixed breed
- Housetraining your indoor dog
- Preventing accidents
Exercising Your Dog
In This Chapter
- Figuring out how much exercise your dog needs
- Finding fun activities to do with your dog
Grooming Your Mixed Breed
In This Chapter
- Understanding why grooming is about more than just appearance
- Brushing your dog
- Cleaning your dog’s ears and teeth
- Caring for your dog’s eyes
- Keeping on top of your dog’s nails
- Bathing your dog
- Checking your dog for parasites and other problems
Chasing the Chuckwagon: The Basics of Feeding
In This Chapter
- Understanding the basics of canine nutrition
- Identifying the types of food available
- Knowing what to feed your mixed-breed dog
- Looking at special diets for special dogs
- Getting tips on treats
Bringing Home Your Mixed Breed
In This Chapter
- Giving your dog the lay of the land
- Introducing her to your family and other pets
- Surviving the first night
- Scheduling your life around your new dog
Getting Ready for Your Dog’s Arrival
In This Chapter
- Making sure your house is safe for your new dog
- Turning down your dog’s bed
- Finding the perfect place to feed your dog
- Stocking up on supplies
Choosing Your New Best Friend
In This Chapter
- Locating a mixed-breed dog
- Knowing which questions to ask
- Testing a dog’s temperament before you bring her home
A Little of This, a Little of That: Deciding Which Mixed Breed Is Right for You
In This Chapter
- Discovering whether you’re ready for a dog
- Looking at the different breeds
- Considering age and gender
Designer Dogs: Not Your Mother’s Mutt
In This Chapter
- Hearing the hype about hybrids
- Identifying the pros and cons of hybrid dogs
- Looking at the most popular designer dogs
Mixing It Up: Introducing the Mixed Breed
In This Chapter
- Understanding what makes a dog a mixed breed
- Recognizing that size doesn’t matter — a dog is a dog
- Remembering that your dog — no matter his mix — wants to be your best friend
