Download or read book The Complete Guide to Australian Shepherds written by Kirsten Tardiff and published by LP Media Inc. This book was released on 2019-12-06 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by respected Aussie breeder Kirsten Tardiff of Echolight Australian Shepherds, this book truly is a "Complete Guide" in which even the most experienced Aussie owner will learn something new! The Australian Shepherd is an intelligent, energetic, enthusiastic breed that was developed in the American west to herd livestock for farmers and ranchers. Today, while some still work on farms as their ancestors once did, others are a force to be reckoned with in competitive dog sports and are valued as loyal family companions. Affectionately called “Aussies” by their devotees, this breed can seem over the top to some potential owners; but those that lead an active lifestyle and enjoy training their dog will find an apt companion and willing pupil in an Aussie. Their intelligence and willingness to please their owner is unmatched. This breed is typically reserved with strangers and makes a good watch dog. In this book, you will discover the history and unique characteristics of the Australian Shepherd, as well as how to choose a reputable breeder or rescue and where to find them. Use this guide to prepare your home for a new addition, navigate through your first day together, and train them to be a wonderful companion. Explore chapters on nutrition, grooming, healthcare and more to give your Aussie the very best quality of life. Chapter topics include: Choosing an Australian Shepherd Preparing Your Home for Your Australian Shepherd Bringing Home Your Australian Shepherd Housetraining Socializing with People and Animals Physical and Mental Exercise Training Your Australian Shepherd Basic Obedience Commands Dealing with Unwanted Behaviors Traveling with Your Australian Shepherd Nutrition Grooming Your Australian Shepherd Australian Shepherd Healthcare Senior Dog Care Whether you are new to the breed or are fortunate enough to have been loved by an Australian Shepherd before, this book will be your guide to everything Aussie.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by D. Caroline Coile and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Information and advice to help you take good care of your Australian Shepherd"--
Download or read book The Essential Australian Shepherd written by Howell Book House and published by *Howell Book House. This book was released on 1999-03-26 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Owning an Australian Shepherd is rewarding and fun! Get all you need to know about feeding, training and caring for your dog's health in The Essential Australian Shepherd. Special features include professional color photos and expert tips on how to make your dog a wonderful addition to the family. Learn how to have a great relationship with your pet with The Essential Australian Shepherd.
Download or read book The Complete Guide to Miniature Australian Shepherds written by Kearsten Williams and published by LP Media Inc. This book was released on 2019-11-17 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Miniature Australian Shepherd has taken the world by storm, but what makes this breed so fascinating? Written by Miniature Australian Shepherd owner and enthusiast Kearsten Williams, this book will give you actionable advice and unique insights into this lovable breed. Whether you are trying to decide on what breed to buy, have just purchased a puppy, or already own one or more Miniature Australian Shepherds, this book will answer every question you have about being a Mini Aussie owner. Gain knowledge about the breed’s history, traits, affinities, and special flair. What makes this dog breed so versatile? Is a Mini Aussie the right breed for you and your family? The Complete Guide to Miniature Australian Shepherds witll answer every question you have, such as: Is a Mini Aussie the right breed for me and my family? I brought my Mini Aussie home. What now? How can I successfully train my Mini Aussie? What are some common mistakes should I avoid? Chapters Topics include: Miniature Australian Shepherd Facts Choosing a Miniature Australian Shepherd Preparing Your Home for a Mini Australian Shepherd Bringing Your Miniature Australian Shepherd Home Being a Puppy Parent Housetraining Food & Nutrition Grooming Your Mini Aussie Physical & Mental Health Routine Veterinary Checkups & Health Socializing with People & Animals Training Your Miniature Aussie Teaching Commands Giving Your Miniature Australian Shepherd a Job Advanced Mini Aussie Health & Aging Care This book will guide you through the life of a Mini Aussie, from puppyhood to aging adult. Learn how to keep your dog healthy, understand common medical illnesses, and discover how to choose the correct veterinarian. The Complete Guide to Miniature Australian Shepherds will give you tips, tricks, and the tools you need to make the most out of your experience as a new Mini Aussie owner!
Download or read book All about Aussies written by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor and published by Alpine Blue Ribbon Books. This book was released on 2017-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to the Australian Shepherd dog. Hartnagle-Taylor has been involved with Aussies since childhood. She has trained, worked, exhibited in rodeos, and competed in shows and trials. Now she tells you everything you need to know to make your dog the best it can possibly be. This book is a must for every owner or prospective owner of an Australian Shepherd.
Download or read book The Australian Shepherd Judging Compendium written by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor and published by . This book was released on 2019-01-24 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Australian Shepherd Judging Compendium, An Illustrated Workbook for judges and non-judges alike by the award-winning author, of All About Aussies: The Australian Shepherd From A to Z. "The Australian Shepherd, Judging Compendium" by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor is an illustrated workbook that reviews not only the breed standard and how it is interpreted but illustrates the breed standard with text and carefully selected pictures that help the reader see the importance of each trait as it is discussed. The Compendium begins with a review of breed history as a herding breed to modern day usage. This workbook also provides the reader with good insight and understanding of why structure and gait are important to its function. Each chapter explains a section of the breed standard followed by a quiz that is used to make the reader think.The text is easy to read and carefully written with a good analysis of unique traits that are described in the breed standard. The illustrations of each trait give the reader good insight into why the breed standard requires certain body proportions and what is considered correct breed type, movement and character. The Compendium makes clear that herding sheep, cattle and other animals requires strong herding and guardian instincts coupled with versatile skills which are required of a dog that must be easy to train. All of these traits are carefully described.I would recommend this judging compendium to anyone who is seriously interested in a better understanding of the Australian Shepherd breed. - Dr. Carmen L. Battaglia, a highly respected AKC Judge, author, lecturer and world-renowned canine expert.
Download or read book Dogs of Dreamtime written by Karen Shanley and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When does a dog's behavior become too dangerous for even the most loving person to accept? Karen Shanley tackles this question in lyrical prose and brings to life her relationships with three very different dogs: Kiera, Molly, and Magic, who all manage to capture Shanley's heart. Dogs of Dreamtime makes readers take a long, hard look at what matters most in life,and what does not—what can and cannot be controlled. This is a touching story that will stay with readers forever.
Download or read book I Like Australian Shepherds written by Linda Bozzo and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Australian shepherds, or Aussies, are one of the worlds best-loved dog breeds. Smart, playful, and adorable, these pint-sized pooches are a common sight at the dog park. Young readers will love learning how to take care of an Australian shepherd and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.
Download or read book Australian Shepherd Bible And the Australian Shepherd written by Mark Manfield and published by DYM Worldwide Publishers. This book was released on 2017-05-13 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD BIBLE AND THE AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD is your definitive Australian Shepherd Bible! Everything is covered: from Australian Shepherd Puppies, Australian Shepherd Breeders, Australian Shepherd Variations including Merle, Australian Shepherd Training, bringing your Australian Shepherd home, Australian Shepherd Dogs as Adults, Australian Shepherd Health & Nutrition, Australian Shepherd Temperament, and all the proven INSIDER tips you’ll need to have the very best experience with your Australian Shepherd! The Australian Shepherd is a lively companion and extremely rewarding breed which is also quite unique, as you will learn within. Everything is covered from Australian Shepherd Breed history, finding the best Australian Shepherd for your particular household, Australian Shepherd Puppies and how to pick the best- and avoid the worst! Mini Australian Shepherds -are they a good idea? Australian Shepherd Prices- what can you expect to pay? Australian Shepherd Care and keeping your Australian Shepherd healthy, is all covered. Importantly, Australian Shepherd life stages are covered from Australian Shepherd Adolescence, through to Adulthood and how to maximize each stage along the way. How to care for your AustralianShepherd in old age, and even how to slow down the process! Mark Manfield covers in detail Australian Shepherd Vaccinations, Size, Lifespan, and much, much more! Whether you are considering an Australian Shepherd for the first time, or a seasoned Australian Shepherd owner and lover, the tricks and tips within this guide will prove invaluable. This book is the must-have guide for anybody passionate about Australian Shepherds! The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style. In a straight forward, no-nonsense fashion, Mark Manfield illustrates vividly all aspects of your life with your Australian Shepherd and the journey you're about to take together!
Download or read book Unforgettable Aussies written by Paula McDermid and published by . This book was released on 2016-11-21 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unforgettable Aussies deftly blends Australian Shepherd history and genealogy with heartwarming stories of beloved pets, and is a priceless resource for Aussie breeders. 200 pages, 438 color photos.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds written by Bowe Packer and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2014-06-09 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Are You Wanting To Learn About Australian Shepherds?" "Need To Know How To Proper Care For Your Australian Shepherd?" "Ready To Understand & Properly Care For Your Aussie Shepherd?" This Practical Guide Is Designed For Those That Might Not Really Know How To Care For Their Australian Shepherd & May Not Understand Its Needs. Believe it or not, there are efficient and effective strategies on how to care for this delicate creature, for they are not created the same as other dogs. And I give them all to you within this guide. You will finally learn how to: Understand the needs of your Australian Shepherd & how to properly care for him. Let's face it, if we don't understand the needs and how to care for this type of dog then how can we expect to raise a happy and healthy australian shepherd. Discover effective methods to raise your australian shepherd the right way. The secret to your success will be how well you apply what you discover in this guide. Learn these strategies and methods, apply them and be well on your way to having a happy, healthy dog that you relate to and understand. Here is just a bit of what You'll Learn about caring for your australian shepherd. * The aussies family tree. * Housebreaking and training your australian shepherd. * How to effectively puppy-proof your home. * How to meet your aussies nutritional needs. * Grooming your aussie properly. * Understanding your australian shepherds health needs. * Effective methods of keeping your aussie active and healthy. * And much more.... Being prepared with the right information on taking care of your australian shepherd doesn't have to be a daunting task. It should be fun, exciting and easy. Gaining the knowledge of caring for your aussie will have you on your way to a having a happy, healthy and properly trained australian shepherd!
Download or read book Toy Australian Shepherd Toy Australian Shepherd Dog Complete Owners Manual Toy Australian Shepherd Book for Care Costs Feeding Grooming Health and Training written by George Hoppendale and published by Imb Publishing. This book was released on 2015-10-28 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by an expert dog whisperer and dog owner, the Toy Australian Shepherd Complete Owner's Manual has the answers you may need when researching this smallest version of the high energy, constantly shedding Australian Shepherd. Learn about this energetic and active purebred and find out whether or not this intelligent and eager to please dog will be the best choice for you and your family. Learn everything there is to know, including little known facts and secrets and how to care for every aspect of the Toy Australian Shepherd's life. This manual contains all the information you need, from birth to the Rainbow Bridge, including transitioning through house breaking, care, feeding, training and end of life, so that you can make a well-informed decision about whether or not this dog is the breed for you. If you already have a Toy Australian Shepherd, this book will teach you everything you need to know to make your dog a happy dog and to make you a happy dog owner. The author George Hoppendale is an experienced writer and a true animal lover. He enjoys writing animal books and advising others how to take care of their animals to give them a happy home. Co-Author Asia Moore is a professional Dog Whisperer, Cynologist and Author, living on Vancouver Island, off the west coast of British Columbia, in Canada, who believes that all humans and dogs can live together in harmony. She and her dog whispering team, which includes an 8-year-old Shih Tzu named Boris, teach dog psychology to humans, to help alleviate problem behaviors that arise between humans and their canine counterparts so that everyone can live a happy and stress-free life together. Covered in this book: - Temperament - Pros and Cons - Vital statistics - Before you buy - Choosing the right dog - Finding a breeder - Puppy proofing your home - The first weeks - Health and common health problems - Medical care & safety - Daily care - Feeding - Bad treats and snacks - Good treats and snacks - House training - Grooming - Training - Poisonous Foods & Plants - Caring for your aging dog .... and much more.
Download or read book The Australian Shepherd written by Liz Palika and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-05-05 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A highly anticipated revision of the classic guide to Aussies The Australian Shepherd has a devoted following. Highly desired for its versatility, the Aussie is an intelligent, athletic, and very people-oriented herding dog. In this second edition of the popular and respected The Australian Shepherd, Aussie expert Liz Palika has updated the material to reflect the breed’s booming popularity, including the dramatic increase in performance records. She explains in clear, accessible language how readers can determine if an Aussie is the right dog for them and, if so, how to choose an appropriate puppy. Featuring 65 black-and-white photos and line drawings that beautifully illustrate the breed, this guide is a must-have for both potential Aussie owners and longtime breed enthusiasts.
Download or read book Australian Shepherds of the Mountain West written by Kris Toft and published by . This book was released on 2013-09-30 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mountain West equation was one of the most successful in the history of the Australian Shepherd breed. The combination of Jay Sisler, Fletcher Wood, and other dogs of that general type created the highest levels of intelligence, working ability, protectiveness, and versatility. With the help of others personally familiar with these dogs, the author presents humorous, inspiring, and heart-felt stories shared by the owners of these foundation bloodlines. Documents about the background and lineage, registration papers, genealogy flow charts, and information establishing type and character of this special group of dogs within the Aussie breed is also included. This comprehensive collection is a must for all herding enthusiasts! Printed in full color, this hardcover bound 676 page book includes over 1500 photographs, diagrams, and charts, many never before published. The images present a photographic story of how the dogs from the past have influenced the breed as we know it today. ""It has been my desire to preserve for history the tales of these outstanding individuals and their well earned place in the founding of this breed. I am thankful to all those who contributed and allowed me access to their memories."" -Kris Toft
Download or read book Learn How to Train and Understand Your Australian Shepherd Puppy Dog written by Vince Stead and published by vince stead. This book was released on 2011-08-19 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to train and raise your Australian Shepherd to have good behavior. 1. The Characteristics of a Australian Shepherd Puppy or Dog 2. What You Should Know About Puppy Teeth 3. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your Australian Shepherd Puppy 4. Are Rawhide Treats Good for Your Australian Shepherd? 5. How to Crate Train Your Australian Shepherd 6. When Your Australian Shepherd Makes Potty Mistakes 7. How to Teach your Australian Shepherd to Fetch 8. Make it Easier and Healthier for Feeding Your Australian Shepherd 9. When Your Australian Shepherd Has Separation Anxiety, and How to Deal With It 10. When Your Australian Shepherd Is Afraid of Loud Noises 11. How to Stop Your Australian Shepherd From Jumping Up On People 12. How to Build A Whelping Box for a Australian Shepherd or Any Other Breed of Dog 13. How to Teach Your Australian Shepherd to Sit 14. Why Your Australian Shepherd Needs a Good Soft Bed to Sleep In 15. How to Stop Your Australian Shepherd From Running Away or Bolting Out the Door 16. Some Helpful Tips for Raising Your Australian Shepherd Puppy 17. How to Socialize Your Australian Shepherd Puppy 18. How to Stop Your Australian Shepherd Dog From Excessive Barking 19. When Your Australian Shepherd Has Dog Food or Toy Aggression Tendencies 20. What you Should Know about Fleas and Ticks 21. How to Stop Your Australian Shepherd Puppy or Dog From Biting 22. What to Expect Before and During your Dog Having Puppies 23. What the Benefits of Micro chipping Your Dog Are to You 24. How to Get Something Out of a Puppy or Dog's Belly Without Surgery 25. How to Clean Your Australian Shepherds Ears Correctly 26. How to Stop Your Australian Shepherd From Eating Their Own Stools 27. How Invisible Fencing Typically Works to Train and Protect Your Dog 28. Some Items You Should Never Let Your Puppy or Dog Eat 29. How to Make Sure Your Dog is Eating A Healthy Amount of Food 30. Make it Easier and Healthier for Feeding Your Australian Shepherd 31. How to Clean and Groom your Australian Shepherd 32. How to Trim a Puppy or Dogs Nails Properly 33. The 5 Different Kinds of Worms that can Harm your Dog 34. How to Deworm your Australian Shepherd for Good Health 35. What You Should Know About Dog Rabies 36. Some Helpful Healthy and Tasty Homemade Dog Food Recipes
Download or read book Your Purebred Puppy written by Michele Lowell and published by Owl Books. This book was released on 1991 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Donated by Bickerton Brokers.
Download or read book Stockdog Savvy written by Jeanne Joy Hartnagle-Taylor and published by Dogwise Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-17 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are interested in working dogs for a hobby, on the ranch, or for serious trial competition, Stockdog Savvy will be an invaluable aid. Beginning with chapters on herding dog characteristics, instinct, and choosing a herding dog, the Taylors explain how to prepare your puppy and do basic foundation training. The book progresses to starting the dog on stock and developing a useful working dog and ends with advanced lessons and preparing for the various types of competition. If you want to learn about working stockdogs, this is the book for you! Learn how to: • Select, care for and train a working stock dog. • Teach your dog to work cattle, sheep, goats, foul or exotic livestock. • Choose the right type or breed of livestock, care for and handle them correctly. • Train a dog for work on a ranch, the open range, or in the trial pen. • Recognize more than 60 different herding breeds and much, much more.
