The Complete Guide to the Great Pyrenees: Selecting Training Feeding Loving and Raising your Great Pyrenees Successfully from Puppy to Old Age

Hardcover version is printed in FULL COLOR!If youre looking for a big dog with an even bigger heart the Great Pyrenees may be the dog for you! These gentle giants are fiercely loyal to their owners and make great family pets. Great Pyrenees are cuddly adorable dogs that love to play and have a good time. They are smart and hardworking but they have a mind of their own. Because of their tendency to be mischievous these dogs are best suited for someone with prior dog ownership experience. It may take a little work to train a Great Pyrenees to follow your rules but once you do youll have a companion for life. Great Pyrenees were originally bred to guard shepherds flocks. Today they find work as service dogs because they love to be close to people who matter to them. Theyre especially good for nursing home residents or people who use wheelchairs as theyre tall enough to stand beside someone in a chair. These dogs may also find work as your family watchdog as they have superior hearing and a loud bark. However if you dont have work for your Great Pyrenees regular obedience training and lots of playtime will still give your dog the job fulfillment he craves.The Complete Guide to the Great Pyrenees will answer all your basic questions including: Is a Great Pyrenees the right dog for me?I brought my Great Pyrenees home. What now?What are the best ways to train my GP?What are some common mistakes should I avoid?The Complete Guide to the Great Pyrenees gives you everything you NEED to know about this wonderful breed. Chapters include basics and advanced topics such as: Great Pyrenees HistoryChoosing a Great PyreneesPreparing Your Home for Your Great PyreneesBringing Your Great Pyrenees HomeBeing a Proud Puppy ParentHousetrainingSocializing with People and AnimalsGreat Pyrenees and Your Other PetsPhysical and Mental ExerciseTraining your GPBasic CommandsAdvanced CommandsDealing with Unwanted BehaviorsTraveling with a Great PyreneesNutritionGrooming your Great PyreneesBasic Health CareLets be honest here. Owning a Great Pyrenees is no easy task. This breed will challenge your authority if you let it. Raising a dog is a lot of work but it is one of the most rewarding experiences a human can have. This book breaks down each stage of your dogs life giving you all the tips and tricks you need to make your life with your new dog a breeze. Youll learn everything you need to know about the Great Pyrenees from picking out the perfect puppy to senior dog care. Youll learn how to prevent bad habits and naughty behavior and how to train your dog to be a model citizen. Youll read about the best exercise diet and grooming techniques to help your dog feel happy and healthy. By the end of this book youll feel confident in your ability to raise this majestic breed.