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This sociable dog needs human company It gets along well with children and makes an ideal family pet. Barron's extensive line of Complete Pet Owner's Manuals presents information for non-specialist animal owners and prospective owners, with facts about each animal's origins and traits, as well as advice on purchasing, housing, feeding, health care, and much more. Each book is individually written by a trainer, breeder, veterinarian, or other animal specialist. Titles in this series cover every popular breed of dog and cat, freshwater and marine fish, many bird varieties, and virtually all other animals that are kept as pets. All books are filled with handsome color photos and instructive line illustrations..
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The versatile, intelligent German Shorthaired Pointer is a steadfast favorite AKC registered breed. In addition to the basics, new owners learn how to bond with their German Shorthaired Pointer through training and exercise—rman Shorthaired Pointer necessities!.
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Although this aristocratic animal is an all-purpose field dog, its high intelligence makes it ideal as a watchdog, and its good nature makes it a companionable family pet. Like all dogs bred for the hunt, this animal should have plenty of exercise This manual offers sound advice on all aspects of care for German Shorthaired Pointers, and is handsomely illustrated with color photos..
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Prized for his versatility and hunting prowess, the German Shorthaired Pointer is counted among the most talented of all working dogs, willing to please his master and easy to train. The breed, alert and energetic, understandably has become a favorite pet choice for many dog owners. This sporting dog’s natural intelligence is evident in his soft brown eyes, which harmoniously balance his characteristic liver-colored coat. For the active family seeking an obedient, attentive and protective dog, the German Shorthair will not fall short.

This book provides the necessary information about German Shorthairs and their ancestry in Europe and the US, breed characteristics and standard, as well as puppy selection, feeding, training, preventative health care and behavior of the breed. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy-proofing the home, preparing for the pup’s arrival, housebreaking and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an authoritative, comprehensive text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive..
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C++ is the language of choice for thousands of applications and millions of lines of code. With C++/CLI, developers can integrate existing C++ code into the .NET platform without rewriting their applications. This book explores the C++/CLI syntax, teaches how to mix native C++ and managed .NET code, and shows how to integrate C++ with Windows Forms, WPF (Avalon), and WCF (Indigo).

Imagine taking a C++-based program you've been using for a decade and giving it a snazzy new interface using Windows Presentation Foundation. How about making your old business applications talk to your new ones using Windows Communication Foundation. C++/CLI makes this--and more--possible. C++/CLI in Action shows you how to bridge the gap between your existing C++ code and the .NET platform. C++/CLI in Action will help you if:

You're hesitant to migrate to .NET because it means rewriting code in C# or VB.

You have significant C++ expertise that you want to leverage in the .NET.

You only need to use pieces of the .NET framework, such as Windows Forms or web services.

There's no fluff here. Designed for readers who already know C++, this book starts by teaching the unique aspects of the C++/CLI language. After a quick tour through the basics, readers work through examples of integrating standard C++ into the .NET-based applications and building programs that mix C++ and .NET code for maximum performance and efficiency..
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Great for engineers who want to learn programming Hands-on approach to program design techniques that will caryy over to an object-oriented environment Each topic explained and illustrated with practice exercises and lists of command errors. Offers many excellent engineering applications..
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While boards acknowledge they bear ultimate responsibility and accountability for their organizations' affairs, governance quality is often far from optimal. The High- Performance Board offers pragmatic and candid advice about what your board must do to maximize performance and contributions. The authors provide sixty-four principles designed to help your board achieve peak performance. They describe every principle in detail and present best practices and practical applications for each one. Each section of the book concludes with a board check-up-a set of questions that can be used to assess your board in light of the principles. A quick read for busy board members, this book is the ultimate board "drivers' manual.".
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The definitive account of the 2001-2004 New England Patriots. Analyzes the many "success factors" underlying the team's two Super Bowl victories in three seasons. And entertains with humorous, insightful quotations from players, coaches, executives, and owners.

"Management Secrets" is essential reading for any serious fan of Bill Belichick's Patriots and anyone seeking to build a great organization.

The book is based on analysis of literally thousands of articles (and six books) that have been written about Bill Belichick's Patriots. As the book explains, "The Patriots' 'secrets' are no secrets at all. They are time-tested management fundamentals... well applied and well executed.".
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