Fully revised and updated - this is the ultimate guide to everything you need to know about raising, breeding and caring for your four-legged friends.It has dedicated mailing and e-mail campaign to targeted dog interest media & organisations.This fully revised and updated third edition of the classic "The Dog Owner's Manual" brings together more information advice for both breeders and family dog owners than ever before.Distinguished veterinarian, Karen Hedberg, takes you step by step through the process of choosing a puppy and raising it in the home, she then goes on to breeding and finally the care of geriatric dogs. The book also lists canine ailments and summarises the various treatments, as well as recent developments in veterinary science, new and improved drugs, diet recommendations and the latest worming methods.Clearly written and easy to comprehend, this superb volume provides an up-to-date one-stop reference for both breeders and all those who really care for their pets.