Finnish Spitz

Finnish Spitz
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Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages : 314
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ISBN-10 : 9781621870531
ISBN-13 : 1621870537
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Book Synopsis Finnish Spitz by : Juliette Cunliffe

Download or read book Finnish Spitz written by Juliette Cunliffe and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2012-09-25 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The national dog of Finland, the Finnish Spitz is a devoted family companion whose claims to fame are his plush solid-red coat, fox-like appearnce, and his expressive voice. Called the “Barking Bird Dog,” Finkies use their voices while hunting forest game and are known to howl and yodel to express their moods, desires, and woes. This Comprehensive Owner’s Guide dedicated to the Finnish Spitz opens with a chapter on the breed’s history in Finland, discussing the dog’s unique hunting ability and how the efforts of two foresters rescued the breed from near extinction. The chapter also covers the breed’s introduction to Britain and the United States. Author Juliette Cunliffe describes the breed as having “the temperament and character of a much larger dog,” adding that it is adaptable, lively, friendly, and affectionate, all most desirable traits in a Nordic dog. Of great utility to potential owners of the breed, the characteristics chapter details the Finnish Spitz’s physical attributes, personality, and health concerns. New owners will welcome the well-prepared chapter on finding a reputable breeder and selecting a healthy, sound puppy. Chapters on puppy-proofing the home and yard, purchasing the right supplies for the puppy as well as house-training, feeding, and grooming are illustrated with photographs of handsome adults and puppies. In all, there are over 135 full-color photographs in this useful and reliable volume. The author’s advice on obedience training will help the reader better mold and train into the most well-mannered dog in the neighborhood. The extensive and lavishly illustrated chapter on healthcare provides up-to-date detailed information on selecting a qualified veterinarian, vaccinations, preventing and dealing with parasites, infectious diseases, and more. Sidebars throughout the text offer helpful hints, covering topics as diverse as historical dogs, breeders, or kennels, toxic plants, first aid, crate training, carsickness, fussy eaters, and parasite control. Fully indexed.


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