Book Description
The Versatile Border Collie has been the recommended book on the breed for over a decade. In this second edition Larson covers every area of performance and registry organization, presents new herding and training information, hundreds of new photos, and much, much more. Between these pages you'll find everything a Border Collie owner or fancier wants to know.
Customer Reviews:
Excelent Border Collie Book.......2007-01-16
This book was really helpful on understanding my dog, I aqcuired it when my dog was 2 months old. he is now 5 and I've been able to housbreak him and give him some basic training commands succesfully. Besides, this is an excelent guide on grooming and feeding this breed, I honestly recomend it.
Enrique Carcaño
Mexico City
Book Description
This energetic, intelligent working dog attained AKC recognition only in recent decades. Although an outdoors dog, it also makes a good family pet. This book is a brand-new title in Barron's extensive line of Complete Pet Owner's Manuals. They advise current and soon-to-be pet owners on the care of dogs and cats of virtually all recognized breeds, as well as on birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, small mammals, and even exotic creatures like tarantulas and sugar gliders. The information in each book is authoritative but the language is non-technical and easy for every pet owner to understand. Every title in this series is individually written from first page to last by a breeder, trainer, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. All Complete Pet Owner's Manuals are filled with high-quality color photos and instructive line art.
Customer Reviews:
Why should I buy this? .......2007-04-30
Like many breeds, the Border Collie deserves understanding by potential and current owners. I don't feel however this book was intended to do that. A basic dog care book would suffice for most of it and in spending too much time on this, diminishes the challenge and understanding this breed demands of its owners.
The contention of the author that the Border Collie is relatively a new breed is, in my mind patently dishonest. Border Collie records are well documented and go back well over a hundred years, but for the AKC, that decided to recognize the breed recently, it is "recent" and, I presume that is the authors perspective in writing this.
On this point, it should also be noted by the author (but is not) that registered AKC Border Collies were created based on "looks like" and not on herding or intelligence or even the historical records for the breed.
Today, there are two registries that exist competing with each other. Those that are recognized to be Border Collie workding dogs and those that are recognized by the AKC.
New Border Collie Owner.......2007-03-14
This is a very interesting book with a lot of specific information about Border Collies. I have found it to be very helpful, and refer to it on a daily basis regarding the many questions I, as new owner of a BC, encounter when dealing with my young BC. These are very complex dogs, not to be taken on casually, and this book acknowledges their potential difficulties, but also their extreme intelligence and need to work.
affectionate discussion of border collies.......2007-02-24
This book is clearly written by a border collie lover. The photographs are good and have cute captions, there are a number of drawings of the dogs, and the issues of living with a border collie are straight-forward and informative. I loved this book. I keep returning to some of the pictures I enjoyed most.
Border Collies (Complete Pet Owner's Manuals).......2006-11-10
Excellent book which taught me all I needed to know about my new Border Collie. Highly recommended.
Border Collies: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Breeding, Behavior, and Training.......2005-12-20
This is a great book for first time Border Collie owners. We adopted a dog identified only as a Collie mix from our local shelter. After attending a pet expo and encountering some Border rescue people they insisted he was definitely a Border. I started looking for some books about Borders and after reading this one it really became clear that we do have a Border! I really appreciated the facts of some of the idiosyncrasies of this breed such as how they are not big eaters and how they are such escape artists, something our dog definitely proved in the first days that we had him! While this book doesn't go into great detail on advanced training it is perfect for first time owners and gives a lot of great information.
Customer Reviews:
Beautiful Breed!.......2003-01-28
This book is filled with beautiful photographs and extremely helpful information. After reading the book, I feel I have a much better understanding of the breed. The author is obviously extremely knowledgable with the care and training of border collies.
Border Collie basics.......2000-10-04
A good book for the beginner, full of information about basic dog nutrition, breeding, and raising.
I love border collies.......2000-05-09
I just got a new border collie. I used this book and it really helped If you are a new border collie owner take a look at this book
Customer Reviews:
No nonsense guide to your border collie.......2007-08-22
This is book #2 for me on raising border collies. I started with what I would call 'Border Collies for Dummies' Your Border Collies Life : Your Complete Guide to Raising Your Pet from Puppy to Companion, which I highly recommend as an introduction to the breed. This book by Marjorie Quarton picks up where the other left off. Ms. Quarton's experience with and deep sensitivity to this breed shows throughout the book. She is so close to the land and the patterns of the dog's life that I want to jump right into the scene with her. That said, for American readers in particular, 'The Working Border Collie' is better read after the primer book has been digested. This book by Ms. Quarton does focus more on working dogs, but I found it 80% or more relevant to the breed in general. I give this book my highest rating, for a combination of content and style. There may be more information than the average owner wants to know about breeding, but I found the material rather interesting even though breeding is not my intent. It will allow me to ask better questions of breeders for my next dog. A nice supplement to this book is the latter section by Carole Presberg, from Massachusetts, on the American border collie. We do view our dogs somewhat differently here than the English/Irish do, and this section gives an American context to some of the breed definition and club/organization topics covered by Ms. Quarton. I confess however to being delightfully amused at times with the core sections written by Marjorie Quarton, in all of their Irish/Englishness; a litte bit of Barbara Woodhouse and James Harriot combined.
i liked the book a lot........1999-06-01
This book was good. It helped me learn things about my dog that I never knew before. I wish I had this book before. If you have a border collie you really need to read this book.
Product Description
The Border Collie was specially bred as a hardy work dog on the farm or ranch, and it also makes a fine pet. But it becomes unhappy unless it has lots of space for roaming. Covers such questions as Is the dog appropriate for an owner who merely wants a companionable house pet? Is it an active animal that needs vigorous daily exercise? Is it good with kids? Will it make a reliable guard dog? Is it unusually susceptible to health problems? This book offers an in-depth look at the special characteristics and needs of the Border Collie. Full-color photos and eye-catching sidebar features throughout the book.
Customer Reviews:
Living With A Border Collie.......2007-01-06
If I were to write this book, I'd title it "Coping With a Border Collie", but the book was pretty much on target as I read the book at work. You have to know one or own one to understand. My Border Collie is more like a "borderline disorder" Collie, along with the herding and devotion to family, it has a mind of its own. This is a great book to read and own, really enjoyed stories from actual owners.
Living with a Border Collie.......2005-10-01
Not my favorite. To general of a book. Great pictures however.
Book Description
Give Your Border Collie the Best Possible Care—for Life!
As a caring Border Collie owner, you want the best for your pet. But you may not know all the special steps you need to take to raise a happy, healthy Border Collie.
Your Border Collie's Life was written with one purpose in mind—to give you the most up-to-date information and guidance you need about the health, nutrition, training, and care of your dog. Reviewed by a nationally known veterinarian, this book shows you how to give your Border Collie the best life possible—whether you've just welcomed a new puppy into your family or adopted an older dog.
Includes a special training section written by renowned training expert Liz Palika.
Inside—What Every Border Collie owner wants to know:
·Is a Border Collie the right dog for me?
·How much exercise—and what kind—will keep my Border Collie happy?
·Which training techniques work best with the intelligent Border Collie?
·Can I prevent my Border Collie from herding children and pets?
·How can I keep my Border Collie from being destructive when I'm not at home?
·What is the best type of diet for my high-energy Border Collie?
Customer Reviews:
Primer for every first time bornder collie owner!.......2007-08-10
An essential book for every new border collie owner. This book covers all the basics: from puppy selection to rearing, from training to feeding. This IS your reference manual. Call is 'Border Collies for Dummies'. I am new to the breed, and these dogs truly are differernt. So glad to have found this book. Don't let other reviewers steer you away: this book is definitely about border collies. I recommend buying 2-3 books on border collies, since there will be differing perspectives and opinions on some matters. Also, there are unique insights that other breeders/experts bring to raising and owning a border collie. Either The Ultimate Border Collie or The Working Border Collie is a good companion to this book.
Insightful.......2003-10-06
This is a well written, easy to read, guide. The authors are knowledgeable and expressive. Subject coverage is complete and this book is an excellent addition to one's BC library.
Too Nonspecific.......2002-10-14
This book is okay, but I was disappointed to see how much general dog information is included in the book. This information applies to all dogs, not just Border Collies. I've got many books to use as a resource for this type of general info. I am looking for Border Collie specific information and found only a small part of this book dedicated strictly to Border Collies. Very disappointing.
A wonderful book! A real Winner.......2001-03-03
If you have any questions on Border Collies,this is the book to have!I was very impressed.It is filled with all kinds of doggie tips & fun facts.This covers all aspects of this wonderful dog.It includes chapters on why you might want a Border Collie,preparing to bring you dog home,grooming,training, and for those of you who already have a Border Collie, curbing the herding instinct & correcting problems such as barking or biting. A wonderful book to have, I loved it.
A very informative book about Border collies.......2001-02-26
This book is a wonderful book if you want to know all about border collies. It offers a detailed description of all aspects of dog care, breed-specific training tips, and all the facts about Border Collies. If you are thinking about getting a border collie puppy or adult this is a very informative resource. I highly recommend it.
Average customer rating:
- The BEST book for ANY dog owner and/or trainer.
- Excellent Resource
- Essential reading for Border Collie enthusiasts
- Regret Buying the Book
- The Best Book Ever
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Book Description
This book goes beyond the conventional form of most breed books to explore each activity that showcases the Border Collie as a star. Dog sports, such as Agility, Flyball, Obedience and Herding Trials, as well as working activities such as sheep or cattle farming, are discussed in detail.
Customer Reviews:
The BEST book for ANY dog owner and/or trainer........2005-06-02
I would definately recomend this book to anyone who is even thinking of buying a dog. I hve read it many times and learn something new each time I read it. Barbara Swann takes you into the mind of the dog and very tactfully describes how they think and live like no other author has done. She remindes us that dogs are pack animals and still behave in the same manner that wolves do to this day. And she very skillfully interprets these behaviors. Including how to recognize and cure submission, agression, object and area posessivenes and many others. She covers every aspect of owning a border collie (which in my oppinion can also be applied to any dog). She also tells you how to stay in tune with your dogs everyday moods and needs. And also how to read your dogs expressions and body language. Anyone who wants a rewarding relationship with a dog, wants to train a dog, or breed them will definately not be disapointed in this book!! It makes total sense.
Excellent Resource.......2001-05-27
This is hands-down the best manual I have read on the subject, and it is the one I recommend to people buying my border collie puppies. Barbara Swann provides a practical, useful, training guide that is really inspirational. You read it and think: I can do this! She may be a bit hard-core for some tastes (see "culling"), and yes, the natural remedies are not for everyone, but this woman knows what she is talking about and is clearly a wealth of knowledge. This book is my bible, and if you are considering a border collie puppy, skip the typical pet-store fluff books and go straight for this one.
Essential reading for Border Collie enthusiasts.......2000-11-14
Unlike the cookie-cutter breed books, this book is packed with specific information about Border Collies, written by an experienced breeder, trainer, and trial judge. Although the author's notions about natural healthcare for dogs are not for everyone, this book is an outstanding source of information on this unqiue breed. It covers genetics, breeding, training, history and standards of the breed, puppy rearing, working sheepdogs and trails, and other activities suited to Border Collies. Anyone who is interested in the breed will find this book valuable.
Regret Buying the Book.......1999-12-11
There are two big problems with the book that I have found. First, the book is filled with anecdotal reports, which are intended to be a guide to training. The problem with this approach is that every dog is an individual! What worked for the author's dog, Trapper, will not necessarily work for mine. Second, the "Health Care" chapter contains ridiculous advice. The author recommends taking your dog to an herbalist, accupuncturist, or chiropractor. When she includes such bizarre recommendations without any data to illustrate that they work, it is an indictment of the rest of her book. If you want cute pictures of border collies that warm your heart, this book is as good as any other. If, however, you are looking for advice on how to raise a border collie, there are other, more factual books out there that you should consider before this one.
The Best Book Ever.......1999-07-22
I loved this book and while the auther has a sense of humor she stays on the topic. If you buy this book you will never need another one about border collies!
Book Description
Not only the hardest working and most dedicated sheepdog in the world, the Border Collie rightfully has been hailed as the most intelligent dog on the planet. Once only seen working on ranches and farms, this remarkably athletic and trainable dog has grown out of his pen to become a popular choice as a pet dog. Indeed, he is an exceptional choice for the right owner who is able to exercise and stimulate this clever and ever-active dog; for many, the Border Collie is second to none.
This new volume - written for every fan of the Border Collie - proves an excellent introduction to living with a Border Collie, including reliable, current information about feeding, healthcare and puppy selection. Owners no doubt will welcome the author's helpful chapters on house-training and obedience lessons, everyday care, exercise and basic problem-solving techniques based on positive-training.
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Dog Owner's Guides are written by experts with years of experience training and working with the most popular breeds. This series is for dog owners and anyone considering the purchase of a purebred dog. Each title covers the specifics of the individual breed:
- Personality and history
- Choosing a puppy
- Obedience training and exercise
- Grooming and diet
- Health concerns and critical hereditary conditions
- Special requirements
Professional breeders and trainers provide proven and valuable advice with simple tips to ease a puppy's transition to its new home, games to play with dogs as they develop, and how to spot health problems.
Other titles in the series include:
- Puppy Care and Training: ensuring a happy life right from the start
- Labrador Retriever: the friendly and funloving working dog
- Golden Retriever: the gentle outgoing family companion
- German Shepherd: famous for its intelligence and loyalty
- Jack Russell Terrier: the most popular terrier
- Rottweiler: loyal protector
- Boxer: faithful, playful companion
The titles in the
Dog Owner's Guides series are just right for dog owners as they choose the ideal breed for their family and lifestyle.
Customer Reviews:
brief book with some nice pictures.......2007-09-10
This is a basic book on border collies with brief coverage of most of the usual topics. There are large color pictures on nearly every page, and they are cute, but the coverage is somewhat brief.
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