Boston Terriers For Dummies

Includes tips on housetraining, socializing, and more Get the scoop on bringing a Boston Terrier home and raising him right Have the unmistakable snout, bulging eyes, and endearing snorts that trumpet the Boston Terrier stolen your heart? Whether you′re thinking about adding one of these American Gentlemen to your home or already have, this book gives you all the basics on raising and living with this intelligent, affectionate breed — from feeding and healthcare to basic training. Choose the right Boston for you Puppy–proof your home and yard Teach your Boston basic commands Correct Boston behavior gone bad

Introduction. Part I: That Bullish Terrier. Chapter 1: Welcome to Boston! Chapter 2: Tracking the Boston Terrier. Chapter 3: Committing to a Lifetime of Care. Chapter 4: A Match Made in Boston. Part II: Caring for Your Boston Terrier. Chapter 5: Preparing for Your Boston’s Homecoming. Chapter 6: Welcome Home! Chapter 7: Eating Well. Chapter 8: Looking Good. Part III: Stepping Out. Chapter 9: Housetraining for Bostons. Chapter 10: Socializing for Life. Chapter 11: Training and Behavior. Chapter 12: Taking Training to the Next Level. Chapter 13: Traveling with (Or without)Your Boston. Part IV: Health and Well–Being. Chapter 14: Your Visit to the Veterinarian. Chapter 15: Breed–Specific Ailments. Chapter 16: First Aid. Chapter 17: Caring for the Senior Dog. Part V: The Part of Tens. Chapter 18: Ten Trivia Tidbits about Bostons. Chapter 19: Ten Ways to Make Your Boston’s Day. Index.

Pets and their quirks have been a part of Wendy Bedwell–Wilson ’s life for as long as she can remember, but it was through her profession that she grew to truly appreciate them. After working in the publishing industry as a writer and editor for a variety of pet–themed trade, consumer, and online magazines for nearly 15 years, she ventured outside the cubicle and delved into writing professionally about four–legged friends from her home in Hawaii. Her work has appeared in a range of pet publications, including Pet Product News, Veterinary Practice News, DogChannel.com, Cat Fancy, Koi World, FAMA, Aquarium Fish, Cats USA, Kittens USA, and the Popular Pets series. She completed one book — Yorkshire Terriers for the Animal Planet Pet Care Library series — before tackling Boston Terriers For Dummies. Her muses include a rescued Pointer–Hound mutt named Pete and two spoiled cats, Bubba and Benny. They’re no Boston Terriers, but they’re still little gentlemen.