EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOLDEN RETRIEVERS. By Gerilyn J. Bielakiewicz and Paul S. Bielakiewicz.

# (2004) 2006 1st UK edition. Large 8vo paperback (153 x 229mm). Ppxiv,287,2pp ads. B/w photographs, bibliography.

# "Whether you are a new or seasoned owner, this Everything dog breed guide is the essential, comprehensive guide to raising, training and caring for your Golden Retriever." Chapters include: Is a Golden the dog for you?; Finding the perfect puppy; Bringing home your new puppy; Bringing home an adult dog; Developing social skills; Basic manners; A Golden's life skills; Fears and phobias; Common behavior problems; Creating a super learner; Teaching your Golden to retrieve; Choosing the right diet; Visiting the veterinarian; Common health problems; Alternative medicine; Goldens as athletes; The Golden Retriever as therapist; Teaching tricks; Golden Retriever grooming basics; Goldens at work. First published in the USA in 2004 as the Everything Golden Retriever Book. All resources and references at the rear of the book are updated for the UK reader.