Drawing upon eleven years of experience in the veterinary field and clinical practice, author and licensed veterinarian Roger L. Welton shares his knowledge in this complete guide to raising healthy, obedient dogs and cats. Topics include: Selecting the right dog or cat to fit you and your family's needs Basic pet care Preventive health care, including spaying and neutering Basic training, including housebreaking and obedience advice Breeding Common signs of illness Special needs of senior pets Managing diabetic pets Full of sound advice and simple approaches on how to train and care for your canine or feline companion, this guide is a blueprint for raising healthy, well-adjusted, and happy dogs and cats.