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Table des matières
Part I: The World of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Chapter 1: What Is a Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
The Breed Standard.
Chapter 2: The History of Welsh Corgis.
Separate Histories.
What’s a Corgi?
Coming off the Farm.
The Trip to America.
Pembrokes Today.
Chapter 3: Why Choose a Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Energy and Activity.
Corgi Character.
Corgis and Other Animals.
Corgis and Kids.
The Size Factor.
Chapter 4: Choosing Your Very Own Corgi.
Reputable Breeders.
Which Pup for Me?
Adding an Adult Corgi.
Part II: Caring for Your Corgi.
Chapter 5: Bringing Home Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
The Crate—a Room of His Own.
Puppy Essentials.
Choosing Toys and Chewies.
Outdoor Safety.
Puppy-Proofing Your Home.
Meeting Other Pets.
Establish a Routine.
Chapter 6: Feeding Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
The Essentials.
Choosing a Dog Food.
Fresh Foods and Homemade Diets.
Reading Dog Food Labels.
Feeding During Different Stages.
The Chubby Corgi.
Foods to Avoid.
Chapter 7: Grooming Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Basic Combing and Brushing.
External Parasites.
Making Your Environment Flea Free.
Shedding.
Managing a Fluffy.
Other Weekly Chores.
Nail Detail.
Bath Time.
Chapter 8: Keeping Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi Healthy.
Selecting a Veterinarian.
Internal Parasites.
Problems That Affect Corgis.
When Your Corgi Seems Sick.
When to Call the Veterinarian.
Emergencies and First Aid.
How to Make a Canine First-Aid Kit.
Part III: Enjoying Your Corgi.
Chapter 9: Training Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Understanding Builds the Bond.
Practical Commands for Family Pets.
Training for Attention.
Teaching Cooperation.
Chapter 10: Housetraining Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Your Housetraining Shopping List.
The First Day.
Confine Your Pup.
Watch Your Pup.
Accidents Happen.
Scheduling Basics.
Appendix: Learning More About Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Index.
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