Table of Contents

Introduction.



PART I: Getting to Know German Shepherds.



Chapter 1: Making the Decision of a Lifetime.



Chapter 2: Setting the Standard for the Breed.



PART II: Finding the German Shepherd for You.



Chapter 3: Looking for Love in All the Right Places: Breeders and
Shelters.



Chapter 4: Picking the Perfect Puppy.



PART III: Bringing Up Baby.



Chapter 5: Shopping for Dog Stuff.



Chapter 6: Welcoming Your Dog Home.



Chapter 7: Feeding Your German Shepherd.



Chapter 8: Training Your Dog.



Chapter 9: Dealing with a "Bad Dog".



Chapter 10: Grooming Your Dog.



PART IV: Keeping Your Dog Healthy.



Chapter 11: Working with Your Dog's Other Best Friend: His
Veterinarian.



Chapter 12: Dealing with GSD Hereditary Health Problems.



Chapter 13: Taking Care of a Sick Shepherd.



Chapter 14: Caring for an Aging Shepherd.



PART V: Having Fun with Your German Shepherd.



Chapter 15: Exercising Your Dog.



Chapter 16: Showing Off Your Dog.



Chapter 17: Putting Your Shepherd to Work.



PART VI: The Part of Tens.



Chapter 18: Ten Tips for Traveling with Your Dog.



Chapter 19: Ten Fun Games You Can Play with Your Shepherd.



Appendix A: Glossary.



Appendix B: Resources.



Appendix C: The Official AKC Breed Standard for the German Shepherd
Dog.



Appendix D: GSD Abbreviations.



Index.



Book Registration Information.

About the Author

D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D., is an enthusiastic dog breeder and exhibitor. She is the author of 17 dog books and many dog-related magazine articles.