Bichon Frises: Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Breeding, Behavior, and Training (Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manuals (Paperback))

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Summary: BEST BICHON FRISE BOOK IT CONTAINS IT ALL FROM A-Z
Review: I AM A BREEDER OF BICHON FRISE'S AND THERE IS ALL TRUTHS IN THIS BOOK.IT HAS A LOT OF ADVICE FOR NEW OWNERS AND EVEN PEOPLE THAT HAVE OWNED A BICHON FOR AWHILE .VERY COMPLETE BOOK.FROM PUPPY TRAING TO BATHING,GROOMING TRAINING,ETC.IT HAS IT ALL!! HIGHLY RECOMEND IT TO ALL BICHON FRISE OWNERS OR PEOPLE WHO ARE THINKING OF GETTING A BICHON FRISE.

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Summary: Good 1st book for potential dog owner
Review: If you're looking to get a dog and you don't have any dog books, this could be a good general one on the selection, care, and training of a dog, specifically a bichon. I have a bichon, and would definitely like to see more details on items covered, such as what to do about hot spots, why bichons run in circles, etc. The author tends to repeat himself, too. I would suggest other books that compare breeds if not sure on a breed, or get another book on training or puppies. This book is a good intro, but can't stand on its own.

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Summary: I'd love it if it's more in detail
Review: The book was written by a renowned Bichon breeder, which is very impressive. Everything she wrote is true but I wish she went in detail some more as to how to train a puppy...what kind of training to use...i.e., positive reinforcement...etc. I was also hoping she would tackle on problems behavioral problems that one might experience with a bichon. Overall it's a good book if you want a bird's eyeview on this kind of breed. I'm still looking for books that are more in depth with regards to the topic, Bichon Frise.