German Shepherd Dog, Your Happy Healthy Pet, with DVD Book

The World of the German Shepherd Dog     9
What Is a German Shepherd Dog?     11
The Herding Breeds     11
The GSD's Physical Appearance     12
The GSD's Character     16
The Stuff of Legends     19
The GSD Yesterday and Today     21
The First GSDs     22
The Changing German Shepherd Dog     23
The GSD in the USA     24
The GSD Today     26
Why Choose a German Shepherd Dog?     30
Are You Ready for a Dog?     30
The GSD as a Pet     31
The Working GSD     36
If GSDs Could Choose Their Owners     37
Choosing Your German Shepherd Dog     39
Breeder, Rescue, Shelter, or Free?     39
Finding the Right GSD     42
Choosing the GSD for You     43
Puppy Temperament Test     44
Choosing an Adult GSD     47
Caring for Your German Shepherd     49
Getting Ready for Your GSD     50
Basic Supplies     50
When Your Dog First Comes Home     51
Puppy-Proofing Your Home     52
Puppy Essentials     55
Feeding Your German ShepherdDog     57
The Importance of Good Nutrition     57
Commercial Dog Foods     58
Reading Dog Food Labels     59
Homemade Diets     61
Feeding Your Dog     61
Seven Mistakes to Avoid     64
Grooming Your German Shepherd Dog     65
Brushing     65
Bathing     67
Other Details     69
External Parasites     72
Making Your Environment Flea Free     74
Keeping Your GSD Healthy     78
The Daily Check     78
Internal Parasites     80
Problems that Affect the GSD     84
Emergency First Aid     89
When to Call the Veterinarian     92
How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit     95
Medicating Your Dog     96
As Your GSD Grows Older     97
Enjoying Your German Shepherd     101
Training Your German Shepherd Dog     102
Understanding Builds the Bond     103
Practical Commands for Family Pets     109
Training for Attention     118
Teaching Cooperation     121
Housetraining Your GSD     122
Your Housetraining Shopping List     123
The First Day     124
Confine Your Pup     126
Watch Your Pup     130
Accidents Happen     130
Scheduling Basics     132
Learning More About Your German Shepherd Dog     135
Some Good Books     135
Magazines     136
Clubs and Registries     136
Internet Resources     137
Index     139