Pomeranians For Dummies
1. Edition May 2007
288 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
ISBN:
978-0-470-10602-0
John Wiley & Sons
Tips on health, grooming, and having a happy Pom
Discover the secrets to
nurturing and training this beloved breed
Has your heart been stolen by a Pomeranian? You're not alone. The popular Pom is a wonderful companion, but he also has some unique needs. This book will help you pick a puppy, handle basic training, anticipate health and behavior issues, and enjoy a happy, healthy life with your energetic little pal.
* Find a good Pom breeder
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Pom-proof your home
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Understand your Pom's behavior
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Keep your Pom well groomed
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Recognize common health problems
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Travel with your Pom
Introduction.
Part I: Pomeranians: What's Not to Love?
Chapter 1: Catching Pomer-mania.
Chapter 2: What's in a Pom?
Chapter 3: In Search of Your Soul Mate.
Chapter 4: The Final Selection: Picking Your Perfect Partner.
Part II: When Your House Becomes Your Pom's Home.
Chapter 5: Prepare to Be Pomerized!
Chapter 6: Coming Home.
Chapter 7: Starting Off on the Right Paw: The First Few Days.
Part III: Caring for Your Pom from Head to Paw.
Chapter 8: Eating Out of the Pom of Your Hand.
Chapter 9: Primping Your Pom.
Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Pom's Health and Happiness.
Chapter 11: Doctoring Your Dog.
Chapter 12: Traveling with a Pom Pilot (Or Leaving Him in Others' Care).
Part IV: Training Your Pom with TLC.
Chapter 13: Saving the Carpets: Housetraining.
Chapter 14: Mastering Manners and Basic Commands.
Chapter 15: Dealing with Doggy Delinquents.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 16: Ten Cool Activities to Do with Your Pom.
Chapter 17: Ten Fun Facts about Poms.
Index.
Part I: Pomeranians: What's Not to Love?
Chapter 1: Catching Pomer-mania.
Chapter 2: What's in a Pom?
Chapter 3: In Search of Your Soul Mate.
Chapter 4: The Final Selection: Picking Your Perfect Partner.
Part II: When Your House Becomes Your Pom's Home.
Chapter 5: Prepare to Be Pomerized!
Chapter 6: Coming Home.
Chapter 7: Starting Off on the Right Paw: The First Few Days.
Part III: Caring for Your Pom from Head to Paw.
Chapter 8: Eating Out of the Pom of Your Hand.
Chapter 9: Primping Your Pom.
Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Pom's Health and Happiness.
Chapter 11: Doctoring Your Dog.
Chapter 12: Traveling with a Pom Pilot (Or Leaving Him in Others' Care).
Part IV: Training Your Pom with TLC.
Chapter 13: Saving the Carpets: Housetraining.
Chapter 14: Mastering Manners and Basic Commands.
Chapter 15: Dealing with Doggy Delinquents.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 16: Ten Cool Activities to Do with Your Pom.
Chapter 17: Ten Fun Facts about Poms.
Index.
D. Caroline Coile, PhD, has written 26 books and more than 300 articles about dogs. She has received numerous awards and has taught college classes in psychology and animal learning.
