Expanded Description:
Contents: Should you own a dog and should you own a Great Dane in particular, history of the breed, physical description, personality and temperament, purchasing responsibly, preparing for your puppy, finding a good breeder and avoiding puppy mills, pet shops, backyard breeders, ear cropping, male or female, do you want to show, picking the puppy, the rescue Dane, equipment needed for the new family member, raising the puppy (identification, housetraining, crates, exercise, grooming, nutrition, understanding your dog), training and problem solving, the Dane and children, other dogs, cats, etc., the aging Great Dane, health care and first aid, breeding (recommends NOT to), and a great section on activities for you and your Dane, including Canine Good Citizen, therapy, showing, agility, flyball, and much more! This is an impressive book, and should be highly recommended to the new owner or anyone considering the breed! Black & white photos.
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