Bichon Frise: Your Happy Healthy Pet, 2nd Edition

Chapter 1: What Is a Bichon Frise?

What Does a Bichon Look Like?

The Bichon’s Character.

Chapter 2: The Bichon Frise Yesterday and Today.

Origins of the Bichon Frise.

The Bichon in Modern France.

The Bichon in the United States.

The Bichon Today.

Chapter 3: Why Choose a Bichon Frise?

Are You Ready for a Dog?

The Pet Bichon.

The Problem with Popularity.

If Bichons Could Choose Their Owners.

Chapter 4: Choosing Your Bichon Frise.

Breeder, Rescue, Shelter, or Free?

Finding the Right Bichon.

Choosing the Puppy for You.

The Puppy Temperament Test.

Choosing an Adult Bichon.

Part II: Caring for Your Bichon Frise.

Chapter 5: Getting Ready for Your Bichon Frise.

A Secure Dog Yard.

Puppy-Proofing Your Home.

Basic Supplies.

Puppy Essentials.

The Great Crate.

Pet Professionals.

Bringing Home Your Bichon.

Chapter 6: Feeding Your Bichon Frise.

The Elements of a Good Diet.

Commercial Dog Foods.

Homemade Diets.

Reading Dog Food Labels.

Nutrition for a Lifetime.

When There’s a Problem.

Chapter 7: Grooming Your Bichon Frise.

Grooming Equipment.

The Bichon’s Coat.

Tearing and Tear Staining.

Bathing Your Bichon.

Cleaning Ears.

Trimming Toenails.

Cleaning Teeth.

Making Your Environment Flea Free.

External Parasites.

Chapter 8: Keeping Your Bichon Frise Healthy.

Choosing a Vet.

Preventive Care.

Common Health Problems.

Handling Common Problems.

Emergency How-To’s.

When to Call the Veterinarian.

How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit.

The Aging Bichon.

Part III: Enjoying Your Bichon Frise.

Chapter 9: Training Your Bichon Frise.

Understanding Builds the Bond.

Practical Commands for Family Pets.

Training for Attention.

Teaching Cooperation.

Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Bichon Frise.

Your Housetraining Shopping List.

The First Day.

Confine Your Pup.

Watch Your Pup.

Accidents Happen.

Scheduling Basics.

Chapter 11: Your Bichon Frise and Your Family.

The All Adult Family.

Babies.

Young Children.

Older Children.

Other Pets.

Car Travel.

Appendix: Learning More About Your Bichon Frise.

Some Good Books.

National Breed Club.

Registries.

Magazines.

Internet Resources.

Index.