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Summary: First time Dane Owner
Review: I have been considering a Great Dane for a while now and want to read up before making that huge leap. Jill Swedlow's name was on 3 out of the 5 Great Dane books I found.The part written by her about the breed is wonderful. It is clear she loves the breed but also points out why Danes are not the breed for everyone. She knows her stuff and conveys it in a manner that is friendly and compelling. The main problem was that almost half the book is a generic dog guide. It relates to training and other issues, but it does *not* specifically address the problems with a dog that is as big as you are. I hope Swedlow writes a comprehensive Dane book. I would buy it in a second.
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Summary: Good, Compelling Breed Info but 1/2 Book Was Too General
Review: I have been considering a Great Dane for a while now and want to read up before making that huge leap. Jill Swedlow's name was on 3 out of the 5 Great Dane books I found. The part written by her about the breed is wonderful. It is clear she loves the breed but also points out why Danes are not the breed for everyone. She knows her stuff and conveys it in a manner that is friendly and compelling. The main problem was that almost half the book is a generic dog guide. It relates to training and other issues, but it does *not* specifically address the problems with a dog that is as big as you are. I hope Swedlow writes a comprehensive Dane book. I would buy it in a second.
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Summary: First time Dane Owner
Review: Very well written book, easy to understand and you could tell written by someone with years of experience with this breed of dog. Examples of behavior set forth in this book I could easily see in my dogs. Great Help from Great Book.
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Summary: Great !
Review: We have owned Great Danes for a little over two years and now have four of them. Great Danes are a very special breed, with a sweet, affectionate personality, and great need for interaction with humans. In recent months we joined the Great Dane Mailing List and have learned much more about the breed from the breeders and other owners who contribute to that list regularly. This is how we heard of Jill Swedlow and learned about her book. We wished we had had the book before we bought our first Dane. This book is a clear, concise, and comprehensive introduction to the breed and all the things needed to be successful with them. From history to health care, behavior problems, and techniques for traveling with your dog, this book presents excellent advice. Great Danes are not for everyone! Since they are a giant breed, good behavior and obedience training are a must! Jill Swedlow is a highly respected long-time breeder of Great Danes, and her good sense, experience, and thorough knowledge really show.
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Summary: Great !
Review: Wonderfully funny, easy reading and quite informative. Gives an in depth look at every imaginable aspect of the Dane and it's proper care through life's stages. Definitely recommended for Dane owners and anyone considering a Dane.
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