The Complete Guide to Boston Terriers (2020) (Click above to order) by Vanessa Richie Available as Kindle, audiobook or paperback. Using interviews with 4 top Boston Terrier breeders, best-selling author Vanessa Richie has created an in-depth look at what it REALLY takes to successfully live with, raise, and train a Boston Terrier. Covering all the Boston Terrier-specific topics you need to know, such as: The unique characteristics and quirks of the Boston Terrier breed Early training (including housebreaking) strategies for Boston Terriers Choosing the proper supplies and food for a Boston Terrier puppy Helpful strategies for socializing a Boston Terrier with other dogs Health care advice for each stage of your Boston Terriers life Grooming tips that a Boston Terrier owner needs to know!

Boston Terriers For Dummies (Click above to order) by Wendy Bedwell-Wilson Available as Kindle or paperback. Boston Terriers For Dummies gives you all the basics on raising and living with this intelligent, affectionate breed. You’ll learn where and how this dog originated, what it needs, and how to determine if a Boston Terrier is the right dog for you and your family. From feeding and grooming to basic training, you get all the tips any Boston owner needs to make their dog feel welcome, loved, and well-cared for.

The Boston Terrier Handbook (Click above to order) by Linda Whitwam Available for Kindle or paperback. Part of the Canine Handbooks, Amazon’s leading dog breed series, author Linda Whitwam & leading breeders have produced the ultimate step-by-step guide to Bostons. This big 256-page manual is packed full of insider tips & practical info on everything about understanding, caring for & training ‘The American Gentleman’ of the canine world. If you haven't got your puppy yet, there’s: Where NOT to Buy a Boston, How to Spot a Puppy Farm or Bad Breeder, How to Find a Good Breeder & The Questions to Ask, Puppy Contracts, How to Pick a Healthy Pup or Adult Dog, Picking a Pup with a Good Temperament, Preparing Your Home & Rescuing a Boston.

Boston Terriers: The Early Years (Click above to order) by Cathy J. Flamholtz (Editor) A very wonderful book, this covers the early history of the Boston Terrier only through the 1920's. There are great early illustrations and hard to find artwork never seen before, this book is actually a compilation of early writings of Dr. Varnum Mott, Edward Axtell, Alva Rosenberg and others. It also has a listing of all Boston Terrier champions from when the breed was recognized to Aug. 1927, a catalog reproduction from the first annual "Boston terrier Breeders Club" dog show Nov. 1898, and a listing of "reliable breeders of Boston Terriers" from that period. It is the most complete source of information on the founding of the Boston Terrier breed, and is filled with lots of great photos and illustrations. Another "must" for Boston fanciers! NOTE: Amazon shows this book as being not yet published, which is incorrect - I spoke with Amazon, and they said this was a mistake, and that it WILL be corrected - you may still place an order for the book even if this note has not been changed yet.

Boston Terriers : Everything About Purchase, Care, Nutrition, Breeding, Behavior, and Training (Click above to order) by Susan Bulanda, Michele Earle-Bridges A very good book for those just starting to learn about the breed, it will help you to know whether the breed is right for you or not. Has a very good section on how you finding a responsible breeder, and unlike many less expensive breed paperbacks, this one seems to really tailor the info here to the Boston breed. Many others just throw in some breed pictures and use general text to discuss the health, training, etc. This one does not do this, and that is one thing I like about this informative & inexpensive book.

Boston Terriers (Click above to order) by Mrs. Charles D. Cline A basic book on the breed, it contains very new as well as old photos from this series of books that has been around for many years. It has a combination of Boston info and general dog info, and it is hardcover. Also covers products (toys etc) that are made by the book company that are (in my opinion) the best and most indestructible for Bostons. Another inexpensive book for people wanting to learn about the basics, a good companion to Susan Bulanda's book above.

Guide to Owning a Boston Terrier (Click above to order) by Jacqueline F. O'Neil The third in the "basic" books on the breed, I have not yet been able to review this one, but I have friends who have many of their dogs pictured in this one, so it should have some very nice show quality Bostons in it!

How to Housebreak Your Boston Terrier

Boston Terriers are not always known for their "ease" of housebreaking, but the book below helps put things into a clearer perspective!

How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days (Click above to order) by Shirlee Kalstone While "7 days" is a bit much to claim in regards to a Boston, this book has been around a long time and never goes out of print for a good reason - it's still the best book on the subject! I give out copies to new puppy owners, and even refer to it myself. It covers not only standard puppy housebreaking, but re-training problem adults too. It gives housebreaking time schedules for homes that work as well as for people who are home all day. It explains the importance of deodorizing accidents and ways of providing corrections when accidents do happen. It's a fast read, and an inexpensive book - everyone needs this one!

Helping Medical Problems In Your Boston Terrier

Bostons have their own set of health problems, and the books below have helped me tremendously over the years
to understand and treat these problems. No Boston owner should be without these!

Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook (Click above to order) by Debra M. Eldredge, Liisa D. Carlson DVM, Delbert G. Carlson DVM, James M. Giffin MD This is the bible of canine veterinary manuals. It is the best and most complete handbook, and don't be surprised if you wear the cover off the same way I did when you own this book! Covers all body systems and provides answers to common and uncommon conditions. If you were to buy only 1 book on health/illness, this would be the one I would recommend.

Just What the Doctor Ordered : A Complete Guide to Drugs and Medications for Your Dog (Click above to order) by Drs. Race Foster, Marty Smith This is a great book that fills an important missing niche: the descriptions and discussions of all medications used in dogs. It covers all body systems and their associated problems, describing in detail the meds used to treat them. Also gives dosages for most of them. Few if any books give detailed drug info the way this one does. I use this to double check medication info I get from my own vet and sometimes to even suggest medications he may not have thought of in treating my dogs.

Pet Allergies (Click above to order) by Alfred J. Plechner DVM & Martin Zucker An oldie but a goodie and well worth finding used. I can't tell you how much knowledge I have gained from this little, inexpensive book. I can even say I know the doctor who wrote it, as I consulted with him years ago. Dr. Plechner is a wonderful doctor and is a walking encyclopedia on allergy problems. He is located in Los Angeles, and has treated many "dogs of the stars"! His explanation of allergies is very realistic with no beating around the bush. He describes in detail everything about the adrenal glands and thyroid and what goes wrong with them causing allergy related problems in breeds prone to this (like Bostons, Bulldogs, Frenchies). He gives recommendations for exact blood testing that needs to be done to diagnose allergic conditions (which you can take to your own vet) and the treatment options available. I can't believe he has packed so much USEFUL information into such a small book. I have reread it many times! He also covers natural diets and the importance nutrition can play in food allergies. No other books on allergies have contained as much good info as this one. Boston with allergies? You need this book!

Natural Healthcare And Feeding Of Your Boston Terrier

Many Boston owners are realizing the benefits of natural, non-commercial dog foods and herbal medicines to treat
them when they are sick. Here are some of my favorite books on the subject.

Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats (Click above to order) by Richard H. Pitcairn, Susan Hubble Pitcairn, Michael W. Fox The classic natural pet care book from two celebrated veterinary specialists in chemical-free nutrition, treatment,and natural healing for pets, Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats offers valuable natural and holistic advice on a host of pet topics, including, but not limited to, diet, exercise, environment, coping with a pet's death, and how to care for a sick animal. In addition to their thorough discussion of the above, Richard Pitcairn, D.V.M., and his wife, Susan Hubble Pitcairn, M.S., offer a comprehensive "quick reference" section on animal illnesses, organized alphabetically and including a brief description of each illness, preventative measures that may be taken, and holistic and natural treatment options for both dogs and cats. Line drawings, informative graphs, and the Pitcairn's intelligent prose make this guide a must-have for pet owners interested in a natural lifestyle for their pets. One of the strongest points of the book is it's recipes for cooking natural foods for your dog.

The Holistic Guide for a Healthy Dog (Click above to order) by Wendy Volhard, Kerry L. Brown DVM Available as Kindle, hardcover or paperback. This is a book on Holistic medicine with a scientific approach. I really like the way the authors break down all the nutrients in food (amino acids, fats and preservatives, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, water & enzymes) and do a detailed analysis of each including what deficiencies in each can cause, what each thing does, and what the importance of each is. This is the ONLY book I have ever seen that covers this so thoroughly. It also covers allergies, toxins, vaccines, every detail of the digestive tract, thyroid problems, kinesiology, herbs, chiropractic, Iridology, the importance of light and homeopathy. My favorite chapter is "Laboratory Tests - What Do They Tell?" This covers all lab tests, what they are for, what increased/decreased blood levels mean in terms of disease, and what all the normal values for them! Again, the only book I have ever seen to cover this subject. It also lists resources where you can buy many of the remedies and products used to treat dogs holistically. What I like is that it isn't a "hokey" natural healthcare handbook, but a sensible and useful one. It is a very complete book, with much more detail that I have room for here!

The Complete Herbal Handbook for the Dog and Cat (Click above to order) by Juliette De Bairacli Levy This book was the original work done on herbals for animals and it has never been out of print! It was written in the early 70's and continues to sell today. This author takes what some might call an "extreme" view when it comes to natural foods and treatments. In any case, it is a very engaging read, and I learned a lot about wild dogs and what their natural behaviors consist of, which I applied to my thinking of our own domesticated dogs. This is a book for the purist (or the wanna-be purist) who is interesting in learning all the most fundamental details of herbal and natural feeding and treatments. This book might be considered by some to be more academic than practical, but still it is a worthwhile book to learn the basics of a natural diet.

Breeding Boston Terriers For Show

Born to Win: Breed to Succeed (Click above to order) by Patricia V. Craige Finally a book written by a true dog professional and master breeder. This is the most comprehensive dog book of our time. Author Pat Craige, winner of ten Hound Groups with her famous Norwegian Elkhounds at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show has written the definitive dog book that explores every facet of breeding and exhibiting top winning purebred dogs. This is an extraordinary book that defies categorization. It is unique in the depth it treats each topic and the insights gained from many years at the top of the dog game. To list all that is covered in this large book is impossible. Whether you are a beginner just learning the ropes or are a seasoned professional, this book covers it all - and more. You will not be disappointed with this book. Shame on you if you are a Boston breeder and don't have this one in your library!

The Book of the Bitch : A Complete Guide to Understanding and Caring for Bitches (Click above to order) by J. M. Evans & Kay White This serious book with the funny name is a no-nonsense guide to breeding dogs, caring for breeding stock and raising puppies properly. Complete and concise, it should become an indispensable part of every breeders reference library. Book of the Bitch features 12 chapters divided into four sections. It delivers an abundance of detailed, expert advice on every stage of the breeding experience, including first aid, emergencies and much more. There are numerous, excellent illustrations to enhance the text and ease the way for even the first-time breeder.

Showing Boston Terriers

Think your Boston has what it takes to win in the ring? Now you need to learn how to show your own dog!
Owner-handling is a rewarding way to finish your own dogs, and these books will teach you all you need to know!

Show Me!: A Dog Showing Primer (Click above to order) by D. Caroline Coile If you are thinking about showing your dog, and want to know the ins and outs of dog shows, this is the book for you! There are helpful hints and approaches that a person just beginning would have had to learn the hard way. Ms. Coile wrote this book as if she were telling secrets and giving advice to a trusted friend. She emphasizes above all to be a good sport, a gracious winner and loser...and of utmost importance - to remember this is your beloved animal and pet first that you will be showing. The book uses humor, is concise and to the point.

Dog Showing: An Owner's Guide (Click above to order) by Connie Vanacore Dreaming of dog-show greatness? Check out Connie Vanacore's Dog Showing: An Owner's Guide. With more than 1,800,000 dogs exhibiting in some 4,500 dog shows yearly in the United States alone, sound training and preparation goes a long way in separating the winners from the losers. Packed with loads of useful information on getting started in the sport--such as picking the right dog for you, grooming and training a show dog, preparing for the show ring, and sportsmanship--Vanacore's advice, coupled with helpful black-and-white photographs, is the perfect primer for the soon-to-be king, or queen, of the ring. Another book that has been recommended to me, it pictures great Terrier handler Clay Coady at Westinster showing a Standar Schnauzer on the cover.