{"product_id":"the-german-shepherd-william-c-maberry-9798266258495","title":"The German Shepherd: A Guide to Training, Care, and Protection: The ultimate guide for raising, training, and loving your German Shepherd","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe German Shepherd: A Guide to Training, Care, and Protection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe German Shepherd is one of the world's most loyal, intelligent, and versatile breeds-and with the right care, they can be so much more than just a pet. \u003ci\u003eThe German Shepherd: A Guide to Training, Care, and Protection\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive, modern handbook designed to help owners understand, train, and build a lifelong bond with their Shepherd.\u003cbr\u003eFrom choosing the right puppy to raising a confident family companion-or training a skilled working dog-this book provides practical guidance backed by personal experience and up-to-date research. Each chapter offers clear, step-by-step advice on topics every Shepherd owner needs to know, including: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEarly Life \u0026amp; Socialization\u003c\/b\u003e: Bringing your puppy home, establishing routines, and building confidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTraining Essentials\u003c\/b\u003e: From basic commands to advanced obedience, agility, and protection work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/b\u003e: Understanding breed-specific concerns, preventive care, and feeding your Shepherd for longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrooming \u0026amp; Daily Care\u003c\/b\u003e: Maintaining that iconic double coat, dental hygiene, nail care, and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Problem Solving\u003c\/b\u003e: Addressing barking, chewing, separation anxiety, and leash pulling with modern solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFamily \u0026amp; Community\u003c\/b\u003e: Raising Shepherds safely with children, and helping them thrive as companions and protectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpecial Roles\u003c\/b\u003e: Exploring the German Shepherd's service in law enforcement, the military, search-and-rescue, and therapy work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eComplete with detailed charts, checklists, and easy-to-follow roadmaps, this book equips you with the tools to raise a Shepherd that is balanced, confident, and deeply bonded to your family.\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are a first-time owner or an experienced handler, \u003ci\u003eThe German Shepherd: A Guide to Training, Care, and Protection\u003c\/i\u003e will be your trusted reference throughout your dog's life-helping you unlock the full potential of one of the most remarkable breeds in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e William C. Maberry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798266258495\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/19\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 134\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.42lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29d","brand":"William C. Maberry","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49170357747967,"sku":"9798266258495","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-german-shepherd-william-c-maberry-9798266258495","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}