The dog encyclopedia
Description
This complete catalog of all things canine is essential reading for dog lovers everywhere. From Beethoven to Toto, dogs have a special relationship with humans and are forever known as man’s best friend.'' The enduring loyalty and companionship of our four-legged friends is celebrated throughout The Dog Encyclopedia. Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this beautiful book puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture. Famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. More than 400 dog breeds are introduced, from primitive dogs and working dogs to companion dogs and scent hounds. Each and every breed includes stunning photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice.If you’re bringing home a new pet, this guide comes crammed with top tips for a balanced diet, exercise, grooming, and training, as well as a health section on continuing care, identifying illness, and veterinary visits.This perfect pooch package is an indispensable owner's guide and an invaluable reference for budding dog whisperers.
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Format
Edition
First American edition.
Language
English
ISBN
9781465421166 (electronic book)
Notes
General Note
Includes index.
Description
With an extensive photographic catalog of more than 400 dog breeds, organized by to FCI groupings, each profile describes the breed's uses and character, lists compatible owner traits, and shares facts about the breed's origins. Dog owners, breeders, and fans will also learn about canine anatomy and body systems; instinct and behavior; how dogs interact with humans; and the essentials of good care.
Table of Contents
Introduction to dogs --
Guide to breeds --
Care and training.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Bryan, K., Baggaley, A., & John, K. (2013). The dog encyclopedia (First American edition.). DK Publishing.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bryan, Kim, Ann, Baggaley and Katie, John. 2013. The Dog Encyclopedia. New York: DK Publishing.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Bryan, Kim, Ann, Baggaley and Katie, John. The Dog Encyclopedia New York: DK Publishing, 2013.
Harvard Citation (style guide)Bryan, K., Baggaley, A. and John, K. (2013). The dog encyclopedia. First American edn. New York: DK Publishing.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Bryan, Kim,, Ann Baggaley, and Katie John. The Dog Encyclopedia First American edition., DK Publishing, 2013.
Note! Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy. Citation formats are based on standards as of August 2021.
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