Shiba Inus
Published on 1. November 2012
96 pages
978-1-4380-6769-8 (ISBN)
Description
This handsome, richly coated native of Japan is bold, courageous, and intensely loyal to its owner. It makes an excellent watchdog. Titles in Barron's wide-ranging and heavily illustrated selection of Complete Pet Owner's Manuals present sound and useful information for pet owners. High-quality photos are in color and line drawings are anatomically accurate. These fact-filled books instruct owners on how to care for dogs, cats, birds, fish, caged pets, reptiles, and virtually every other animal that people are likely to keep as a pet. Books in this series are written by breeders, trainers, veterinarians, and other pet-care specialists. They advise on purchasing, feeding, health care, training, grooming, and all other aspects of responsible pet ownership.
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Laura Payton
Shiba Inus
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12/2012
Barron's Educational Series Inc.,U.S.
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Content
- Cover
- Title Page
- Contents
- Shiba Inu History
- Origin of the Shiba Inu
- Breeds
- Temperament: Kan-i, Ryosei, and Soboku
- Popularity Worldwide
- Physical Characteristics of the Shiba Inu
- Type Characteristics
- Structural Characteristics
- Temperament
- The Standards
- Considerations Before You Buy
- Is the Shiba the Right Dog for You?
- The Commitment
- Potential Drawbacks to the Shiba Inu
- Strengths of the Shiba Inu
- Selecting Your Shiba Inu
- Finding a Breeder
- What to Consider
- Breeder Contracts and Guarantees
- Preparing for Your Shiba Inu
- Getting Ready for Your Puppy
- Shopping List
- At Home with Your Shiba Inu
- Bringing Your Puppy Home
- The New Environment
- Housetraining
- Socialization and Training
- Identification
- Exercise
- Children and the Shiba Inu
- Toys
- HOW-TO: Traveling with Your Shiba Inu
- Feeding Your Shiba Inu
- Starting Off Right
- Changing Needs
- Other Factors Affecting Diet
- How Much to Feed
- Water
- Picky Eaters
- Obesity
- Food Allergies
- Food Aggression
- Keeping Your Shiba Inu Healthy and Well Groomed
- Working with Your Veterinarian
- Preventive Maintenance
- Spaying or Neutering
- Common Health Problems in the Shiba Inu
- The Senior Shiba Inu
- Basic Coat Care
- Nails
- HOW-TO: Grooming Your Shiba
- Activities for Your Shiba Inu
- Hunting
- Conformation Dog Shows
- Obedience Trials
- Agility Trials
- Other Activities
- The AKC Standard for the Shiba Inu
- General Appearance
- Gait
- Temperament
- Disqualifications
- Information
- Index
- About the Author
- Photo Credits
- Cover Photos
- A Note on Pronouns
- Acknowledgments
- Copyright
