Fit Dog: Tips and Tricks to Give Your Pet a Longer, Healthier, Happier Life

Dog ownership has skyrocketed. In fact, more than half of American households own at least one dog. Today's dog owners are interacting more with their dogs, spending more money on them, demanding more expensive services, and taking them everywhere, from cruises to road trips. Fit Dog covers every part of a dog's life, and includes topics seldom covered in dog books, such as budgeting, three methods of CPR, and party games that join people, guests and dogs in the pursuit of fun. The book addresses problem solving and beginning to advanced tricks that will give a dog a physical and mental workout. Fit Dog guides owners to expert care for their loyal companions in all ways, from daily fitness and health care to pet-proofing a home for a senior dog's safety. Topics include: * How Healthy is Your Dog - veterinary care, medications * Knowing Your Dog - communication, barking, moods, intelligence, popular breeds * Food and Nutrition - feeding tips, portion size, buying/making food (recipes), treats, weight * Obedience Training - how to train, essential commands, clickers/pointers, problem behaviors * Household Chore Tricks - such as Fetch the Remote, Tidy Your Toys, Bring Me...