| A Place for Us Greyhounds has created a list of books that we've found helpful. We strongly suggest that at least one book from our "Recommended Reading" list be read prior to adoption. These books are excellent references and have helped us learn more about our favorite breed. If you have a greyhound or are considering bringing one into your family, these are must haves!! |
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Retired Racing Greyhounds for Dummies
Author: Lee Livinggood Publisher: IDG Books This is one of the best reference books published on Greyhounds and written for Greyhound owners! Its answers all of the questions that a person wanting to adopt a greyhound might have. Lee covers everything from what to expect when you first bring your new greyhound home, separation anxiety, medical advice and to how to clicker train. Recently nominated for an award, this is a MUST READ for greyhound owners and potential greyhound adopters! |
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Childproofing Your Dog Authors: Bryan Kilcommons and Sarah Wilson Publisher: Warner Books The authors of Good Owners, Great Dogs offers advice on picking the best breed for a family dog, avoiding common dog/toddler problems, training an older dog to accept an infant, and other topics. |
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Greyhounds: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual
Author: D. Caroline Coile Publisher: Barron's Educational Series A small volume that is packed with information about retired track and show greyhounds. The book has excellent pictures with well researched information and a good price. The only improvement would be to add a description of sighthound safe martingale collars. A MUST for every wanna-be owner. |
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Guide to Adopting an Ex-Racing Greyhound
Author: Caroline Raeke Published: TFH Publications This book gives an excellent overview of what to expect when adopting an ex-racing greyhound. It also gives important advice on how to keep a Greyhound healthy. A good book to read before you make the decision to adopt a greyhound and a good book to have after bringing a new adopted home. |
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The Ultimate Greyhound
Edited by: Mark Sullivan Publisher: Howell Book HOuse This book is a great reference to have, especially if you need information on illnesses and other problems that may occur with your greyhound. It also gives equal time to both show and racing greyhounds, and gives a European perspective on this breed. (and lots of pictures to boot!) |
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The Complete Book of Greyhounds
Edited by: Julia Barnes Publisher: Howell Book House This book is a a definitive guide to the breed from its origins in ancient times to the coursing fields, race tracks and show rings of today. With contributions from experts of international reknown, this book features the history of the breed, interviews, an analysis of the breed standard, breeding & genetics, plus in-depth coverage of physiology, nutrition, racing injuries, and general health problems. There is advice and information to help the former racer adapt to a new home environment. |
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The Dog Who Loved Too Much
Author: Nicholas Dodman Publisher: Bantam Books Amazon.com Review: The author is a veterinarian now practicing at Tufts Institute, who has years of experience treating "problem" dogs. He tells their stories here: fearful dogs (such as the dog in the title who cannot bear to be separated from her owners), phobic dogs, and dominant dogs, among others. Dodman's personal interest in each dog and owner enhances this interesting book of how we can better understand our dogs' behavior and the treatments that can help solve problem behaviors. Dog owners and dog lovers will find this a fascinating and useful book. |
Book of the Greyhound
Author: Sue LeMieux
Publisher:TFH Publications
Essential reading for anyone who owns or admires Greyhounds With hundreds of illustrations and full color photographs, this book captures the beauty and grace of this breed. The Book of the Greyhound covers just about every detail related to owning and loving a Greyhound. It covers the history, standards, performance activities, showing your Greyhound, adoption, top show dogs and producers, and breeders from all over the world. The Book of the Greyhound was recently awarded the Maxwell Award as the best Single Breed Pet Guide for 2000.