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In his #1 .New York Times. bestselling autobiography .Breaking the Surface, . Greg Louganis included loving portrayals of his protectors and closest friends: his dogs. Now Greg, a breeder and trainer of Harlequin Great Danes, has teamed up with award-winning animal writer Betsy Sikora Siino to create an extraordinary guide to dog ownership. Greg’s distinctive philosophy and practical tips — hich have produced his best-in-breed winners — illuminate every page of this special volume that puts the .dog’.s best interests first. Here are insights into choosing a dog, basic care, training, exercise, and nutrition — and an overview of every stage of a dog’s life. Passionate in his opinions and wonderfully effective, Greg includes: . .Cures for chewing, barking, biting, and other so-called behavior problems .Answers to the great housetraining disputes — including the pros and cons of crating .Specific feeding programs for optimal nutrition — and for combating the greatest health threat to your dog: obesity .An exercise program for the canine athlete (and they’re .all. athletes ) .Training tips for obedience, showing, and search-and-rescue .Preventive medicine, common illnesses from nose to tail, and age-related concerns .Advice on breeding, whelping, adopting your second (third, fourth…) dog, and more . .For The Life of Your Dog. is an inspiring and eye-opening reference. Delivered with Greg’s delightful candor, his sound advice makes it a classic for new and long-time dog owners — and anyone who has ever loved a dog.
