This Comprehensive Owner's Guide provides an insightful look at the GWP's origins and history in Europe, the characteristics and personality of the breed and the breed standard, as well as information on selecting a well-bred puppy, caring and feeding the puppy, house-training and obedience training. Additionally, a lavishly illustrated chapter on preventive healthcare by Dr. Lowell Ackerman provides up-to-date accurate information on inoculations, parasite control, selecting a veterinarian and other topics vital to the ownership of a healthy pure-bred dog. This new Kennel Club Book series is the first choice of the country's top breeders, trainers and veterinarians and will delight newcomers and GWP experts alike.