Far more serious, however, is the author's blatant promotion of a particular brand of dog chew toys. The entire chapter on "Dental Care" seems to have been included as an advertisement for this one company. The problem goes right down to the little registered trademark "r"'s and glossie product shots, and unfortunately calls into question the validity of everything he has said in the book. Where, exactly, does the paid promotion end and the impartial advice begin?

These two shortcomings unfortunately undermine what might otherwise have been a very useful text on the Australian Shepherd breed. As it stands, the new owner is advised to consider other sources of material on their pup.


A New Owner's Guide to Australian Shepherds   October 20, 1998
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Written by noted breed authority Joseph Hartnagle, A NEW OWNER'S GUIDE TO THE AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD covers all aspects of caring for this purebred animal, including history, characteristics, feeding, grooming, health care, and becoming active in the sport of purebred dogs. Features more than 130 full-color photos.