The Complete Labrador Handbook: The Essential Guide for New & Prospective Labrador Owners (Canine Handbooks)

The Complete Labrador Handbook: The Essential Guide for New & Prospective Labrador Owners (Canine Handbooks)

<p><strong><em>“This is an excellent read for anyone who wants a Labrador or already has one. I have been breeding Labradors for 35 years and I will be recommending this to my puppy buyers from now on," </em>CHERYL A. CURTIS, MASSACHUSETTS, USA</strong></p><p>Start off on the right foot with the 284-page <strong>Complete Labrador Handbook,</strong> the only reference book you'll ever need & essential reading for anyone getting a puppy, adult or rescue Labrador Retriever.</p><p>British canine author Linda Whitwam has teamed up with 31 experts - all AKC Breeders of Merit or Kennel Club Assured Breeders - to answer the dozens of questions every new & potential owner has. Together they provide a blueprint for a rewarding, lifelong partnership between you & your new Labrador.</p><p>Learn about the typical traits and habits of the world's most popular breed, what Labradors love & hate, exercise - how much and how often, grooming, dealing with puppy biting & caring for an ageing Lab.</p><p><strong>If you haven't got your puppy yet, save money & potential heartache by following our guidelines & steering clear of unhealthy pups. </strong>Learn:<strong></strong></p><ul><li>Where NOT to Buy a Labrador From<br></li><li>How to Spot a Poorly-Bred Pup<br></li><li>How to Find a Good Breeder & What Questions to Ask<br></li><li>How to Pick a Healthy Puppy with the Right Temperament For You<br></li><li>Male or Female<br></li><li>Show, Working or a Mixture<br></li><li>Colour?<br></li><li>Puppy-Proofing Your Home & Garden<br></li><li>Finding & Caring for Rescue Labs</li></ul><p><strong>Once home, the book guides you through the first days, weeks & months, including:</strong></p><ul><li>Where Puppy Should Sleep</li><li>Getting Your Labrador Used to You & Your Home</li><li>Understanding & Bonding with Your New Arrival</li><li>Housetraining & Crate Training</li><li>Obedience Training incl. Sit, Stay, Down, Recall, Walking on Leash & Clicker Training</li><li>Socialisation</li></ul><p>There's over 20 pages on <strong>Feeding,</strong> including Feeding Puppies, Feeding Charts, Calorie Counters, Raw Diet, Maintaining a Healthy Weight - often a challenge with Labs! & Feeding Seniors.</p><p><strong>Labrador Health</strong> is covered in depth, including Ailments which can Affect the Breed, Allergies, Skin Issues, Ear Infections, Spaying, Neutering, Vaccinations, Worming, De-Fleaing & Microchipping & the Labrador Facts of Life.</p><p><strong>REVIEWS FOR THE COMPLETE LABRADOR HANDBOOK:</strong></p><p><em>“This is the book I have been looking for. I have had only had Springer Spaniels. This is my first Lab & after reading this book I am able to understand why my Lab behaves the way he does,"</em> L. NORDENHOLD, USA</p><p><em> "A superbly-written comprehensive collection of advice, information and ideas about the breed & beautifully illustrated with lovely photographs. Plenty of research has clearly gone into this book with so many quotes from reputable breeders. As an Assured KC Breeder of Labradors I have already added this Handbook to my suggested reading list for prospective puppy families, and can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone interested in welcoming a Labrador into their family or those who already have one,"</em> A. SHELTZ, UK</p><p><em>"Brilliant, well laid-out book, full of information, easy to follow, with advice from Labrador breeders - a must for new & experienced owners," </em>J. McDONOUGH, UK</p><p><em>"We found this to be an excellent book filled with valuable information, tips & guidance for Lab owners. Our puppy is now 4 months old & we have already put into practice some of the tips & techniques suggested in the book,"</em>  R. & M. SCHARNHORST, US</p>