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Solving the Mysteries of Breed Type

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Solving the Mysteries of Breed Type

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

Solving the Mysteries of Breed Type is one of the leading titles in the Kennel Club Pro™ series, targeted at experienced and avid dog fanciers who demand the absolute best. This book is the “standard” against which all other dog breeding books will be measured.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1621870006

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Breeding Dogs For Dummies

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Breeding Dogs For Dummies

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

So what’s the big deal about breeding purebreds? You put two compatible dogs alone together in a room, lower the lights, put a Barry White CD on the stereo and voila, two months later you’ve got yourself a litter of purebreds—and the rest is gravy, right? Not quite. Simply breeding dogs takes considerable space, time, and capital. Consistently breeding mentally and physically sound purebreds, on the other hand, is a labor of love that involves all of the above and a whole lot more. If you really love dogs then you need to consult with an expert on the many responsibilities, rules, and regulations dog breeding entails before you take the leap. And that’s where Breeding Dogs For Dummies comes in. Written by Rick Beauchamp, professional breeder, exhibitor, and author of numerous books on the care and feeding of purebred dogs, Breeding Dogs For Dummies fills you in on every facet of the business. Packed with priceless insider tips and expert advice and guidance, it tells you what you need to know to: Decide whether dog breeding is really for you Choose the right breed for you Create the best possible breeding environment for your dogs Establish a breeding program Find the right breeding stock Comply with all government and AKC regulations Care for and socialize your pups Find the right owners for your dogs Explore what it takes to start a breeding program that will ensure your dogs’ health and enhance their lineage for fun and profit. Topics covered in detail include: Selecting breeding stock and keeping track of breed types Understanding purebred genetics and genotype characteristics Finding and selecting the right stud dog and brood bitch Prenatal care, whelping, and raising puppies Running a successful dog breeding business—including tips on budgeting, taxes, registration, charting, planning litters, transactions, sales contracts, and more Breeding puppies involves many responsibilities, but it can also be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding experiences of your life. Make sure that it is—order a copy of Breeding Dogs For Dummies today.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118068637

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9781118068632

Chow Chow

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Chow Chow

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

The enigmatic Chow Chow continues to fascinate humankind with his complex, independent nature, his scowling expression, and his unmistakable purebred nobility. Whether adorned in the characteristic rough coat or a dense smooth coat, the Chow never hesitates to reveal his bluish black tongue, one of the breed’s most celebrated traits. As a show dog, the Chow cuts an impressive image: powerful, sturdy, and squarely built. Of Nordic origins, this medium-size breed was developed for various purposes, including hunting, herding, pulling carts, and protecting the home. Today’s Chows are cherished home companions for the right owners willing to put in the time to socialize and train this distinctive purebred dog. Richard G. Beauchamp, long associated with the Chow and other Non-Sporting breeds, has written an excellent primer on the Chow Chow breed, offering readers a glimpse into the breed’s mysterious past in China and his many elusive charms. New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author’s advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593789793

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9781593789794

Samoyed

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Samoyed

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

The experts at Kennel Club Books present the world's largest series of breed-specific canine care books. Each critically acclaimed Comprehensive Owner's Guide covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. WIth nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please the fancier of even the rarest breed!

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593789858

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9781593789855

Rottweilers For Dummies

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Rottweilers For Dummies

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

Discover how to raise, train, and enjoy your Rottweiler with this fantastic resource Known for its great strength, endurance, and protectiveness, the Rottweiler can be a good-natured, playful pet. It can also be a highly challenging breed. In the right hands, a Rottweiler can be the best security system in town, and at the same time, an affectionate friend to the whole family, always ready for fun and games. The well-bred, well-trained Rottweiler has the courage of a lion and is happy to obey. In the wrong hands, a Rottweiler just as easily can become an unruly beast, a menace to all that come near. Is the Rottweiler the right breed for you and your family? Rottweilers For Dummies provides the answer to this and all your questions about getting, caring for and living with this big dog. Long-time Rottweiler breeder and trainer Richard G. Beauchamp gets you up and running with what you need to know to: Choose the right Rottweiler for you Socialize your new puppy Educate yourself and your dog Maintain good health, proper exercise and diet Handle behavioral problems Participate in dog competitions In friendly, down-to-earth language, Rick provides insights into the Rottweiler temperament and loads of sensible, easy-to-follow advice on everything a Rottweiler owner should know – along with fun facts and tips on how to have a great time with your Rottie. Discover how to: Decide on whether a male or female is right for you Find and choose your new friend and bring him or her home Understand how to communicate with your Rottweiler Train your Rottweiler Finding a good trainer and attend classes Deal with emotional conflicts Feed and exercise your Rottweiler Recognize, prevent, and treat common health problems Have loyal friend for life The indispensable guide for you and your Rottweiler, Rottweilers For Dummies is the only book you’ll need to help you have the best possible experience with this admirable and loveable breed.

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John Wiley & Sons

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111806934X

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9781118069349

Anatolian Shepherd Dog

A Comprehensive Owner's Guide

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Anatolian Shepherd Dog

A Comprehensive Owner's Guide

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

From the Anatolian Plateau of Turkey comes the Anatolian Shepherd Dog, a rugged, powerful guard dog who possesses both agility and endurance. Standing 29 inches at the shoulder and weighing up to 150 pounds, the Anatolian Shepherd is an impressive working dog and one of the most adaptable canines in the world, having been developed in the most demanding environs of his homeland. This Special Limited Edition is the only book of its kind dedicated to this noble Turkish breed, written by well-known dogman Richard G. Beauchamp. With specific instructions on selecting a puppy, rearing, housebreaking and training the dog, this colorful book is a much-needed addition to the existing information on the Anatolian Shepherd breed.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1621870073

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Pointer

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Pointer

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

An aristocrat bred for sports afield, the Pointer is the quintessential hunting dog, pure-bred in origin and unmistakable for his passion in the field. Bred and hunted in Britain for hundreds of years, this is a graceful, symmetrical and strong sporting dog. The Pointer is congenial and alert, making a terrific pet, a fine watchdog and an active weekend sports pal. Endowed with dignity, kindness and nobility, the Pointer possesses all of the desirable characteristics of a devoted companion dog. This Special Limited Edition serves as an excellent introduction to the Pointer, including a special section on the breed in the United States written by guest author WAYNE G. CAVANAUGH, and a lively chapter on the breed's characteristics and personality. Author Richard G. Beauchamp, respected dog show judge and breeder, also discusses the selection of a puppy, introducing the puppy to your safe home, house-training and obedience lessons. All of the basics of care and maintenance are detailed, including feeding the Pointer throughout his life, grooming, exercise and conditioning. Spectacular color photographs accompany a special chapter on preventive healthcare written by world-renowned veterinarian Dr. Lowell Ackerman, including such vital topics as selecting a veterinarian, spaying/neutering and preventing the onset of parasites and infectious diseases. Whether you are a newcomer to the Pointer or a long-time owner, this new volume will be a treasured addition to your dog-book shelf.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1621870081

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American Eskimo Dog

A Comprehensive Guide to Owning and Caring for Your Dog

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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American Eskimo Dog

A Comprehensive Guide to Owning and Caring for Your Dog

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

The magnificent snow-white coated American Eskimo Dog is the focus of this Comprehensive Owner's Guide, a book that celebrates the appealing personality, unmistakable intelligence, and captivating beauty of this made-in-America spitz breed. Serving as a complete introduction to the breed, long recognized by the United Kennel Club and more recently by the American Kennel Club, this book discusses the breed's evolution in the United States, the special characteristics of the breed, and both the AKC and UKC breed standards.New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with handsome adults and puppies bursting with attitude and personality! In all, there are over 135 photographs in this compact, useful, and reliable volume. The author's advice on obedience training the smart (but not too eager to please) American Eskimo will help readers better mold and train their dogs into the most socialized, well-mannered Eskie in the neighborhood. The extensive chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Chapters on showing and participating in dog sports as well as solving common behavior issues (such as barking, aggression, digging, etc.) will prove informative and helpful to the new owner. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1621870111

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Welsh Corgis: Pembroke and Cardigan

Everything about Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Grooming, Behavior, and Training

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Welsh Corgis: Pembroke and Cardigan

Everything about Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Grooming, Behavior, and Training

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

Information and advice to help you take good care of your Welsh Corgi.

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Barron's Educational Series

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0764105574

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9780764105579

Doberman Pinscher

An Owner's Guide to Happy Healthy Pet

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Doberman Pinscher

An Owner's Guide to Happy Healthy Pet

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet is the series to turn to when you want a basic reference that's reliable, up-to-date, and complete. These guides feature: Expert authors, plus renowned guest contributors on specialized topics Full-color photos throughout Basic information on the breed, species, or topic Complete coverage of care, health, grooming, training, and more Tips and techniques to make life with a pet more rewarding

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*Howell Book House

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0876054815

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9780876054819

The Simple Guide to Choosing, Training & Raising a Dog

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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The Simple Guide to Choosing, Training & Raising a Dog

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

The "Simple Guide" format features lots of photos, tips, sidebars checklists and charts to make finding and using information simple. Extensive resources and a detailed index for further ease of use.

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TFH Publications

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0793821029

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9780793821020

Managing Food Safety Risks in the Agri-Food Industries

By: Jan Mei Soon,Richard Baines

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Managing Food Safety Risks in the Agri-Food Industries

By: Jan Mei Soon,Richard Baines

Modern farming practices involve more stakeholders in the supply chain, presenting issues of storage, transportation, and distribution prior to reaching the consumer. This increasing complexity in food production chains creates more points for introducing microorganism contamination of crops, livestock, and aquatic organisms. Managing Food Safety R

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CRC Press

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1466509511

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9781466509511

Spinoni Italiano

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Spinoni Italiano

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

The new cucciolo on the block, the Spinone Italiano is one of Italy's superb contributions to the gundog family, an ancient breed that is a newcomer to the United States but quickly gaining ground. The Spinone is prized for its prowess in the field as well as its hallmark prickly coat, which forms a beard, mustache and bush eye brows on the distinguished adult dog. For the family desiring an active companion, a proficient hunting dog and a keen watchdog, the Spinone Italiano is a first-rate choice. This new Special Limited Edition, written by well-known sporting dog judge and author Richard Beauchamp, offers a complete history of the breed, with a special section on the breed's development in the US written by breeder Jan Naigus, and chapters on breed characteristics and the breed standard. This colorful guide provides new owners with all of the information they need to not only select and care for a well-bred Spinone cucciolo (puppy!) but also attend to the needs of an adult and senior dog, including grooming, feeding and exercise. A chapter on obedience training and house-training detail what is required to have a properly behaved, completely livable Spinone Italiano. A health chapter by world-famous veterinarian and author Dr. Lowell Ackerman presents excellent up-to-date information about vaccinations, parasite control, spaying/neutering and much more.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1621870154

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9781621870159

Handbook of Olfaction and Gustation

By: Richard L. Doty

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Handbook of Olfaction and Gustation

By: Richard L. Doty

The largest collection of basic, clinical, and applied knowledge on the chemical senses ever compiled in one volume, the third edition of Handbook of Olfaction and Gustation encompass recent developments in all fields of chemosensory science, particularly the most recent advances in neurobiology, neuroscience, molecular biology, and modern functional imaging techniques. Divided into five main sections, the text covers the senses of smell and taste as well as sensory integration, industrial applications, and other chemosensory systems. This is essential reading for clinicians and academic researchers interested in basic and applied chemosensory perception.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118969367

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9781118969366

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Rottweilers

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Rottweilers

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

Beauchamp includes information on how to rank the dog in popularity right behind the Labrador, choosing a friendly, healthy dog, and training the pet to be a wonderful companion.

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Alpha Computer

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1582450412

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9781582450414

Brittany

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Brittany

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

Bred in France to perform the duties of a setter and spaniel, the Brittany is one of the world's most versatile hunting breeds. Beyond the dog's field abilities are his exceptional qualities as a companion dog: handsome, affectionate, industrious, comical, and protective. For a family with children and for the active owner, the Brittany is an ideal choice. Author Richard G. Beauchamp, a world authority on sporting breeds, award-winning writer, and international judge, provides insightful chapters into the breed's development in Europe and the United States and its characteristics as a pet and working dog.New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author's advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.

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Fox Chapel Publishing

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1593788924

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9781593788926

Toy Fox Terrier

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

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Toy Fox Terrier

By: Richard G. Beauchamp

The spry and energetic Toy Fox Terrier is one of the few toy breeds that Americans claim as their own, and lovers of this breed prize this three-pounder for its elegant appearance, its keen animation, and its boundless love for its owners. Written by dog show judge and award-winning author Richard G. Beauchamp, this colorful guide offers over 135 color photographs. In addition to the breed's origins, the history chapter tells of the breed's rise to acceptance with both US registries, the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club. The chapter on characteristics encapsulates the breed's virtues, including his personality and versatility. Subsequent chapters offer helpful information on selecting a puppy, shopping for puppy supplies, puppy-proofing the home, socialization, crate training, obedience, feeding, grooming and more. The health chapter discusses parasite prevention, inoculations, and finding the most qualified veterinarian for a toy dog. Sidebars throughout offer helpful advice to readers about hundreds of topics. Fully indexed.

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