Encyclopedia of Dog BreedsHere in one volume is virtually everything a prospective dog buyer needs to know, as well as clear & detailed information on canines for all dog owners & dog fanciers. Opening sections discuss breed evolution & point out the many physical & behavioral traits that make dog breeds different. The main section of this volume profiles nearly 150 breeds, arranged by AKC groups. Each breed profile tells how & why the breed was developed, & how selection for certain characteristics affects the dog's suitability as a pet. There is also valuable information on traits a prospective buyer should look for when choosing the breed. These include the breed's general health & vulnerability to specific health problems, longevity, exercise needs, activity level, compatibility with children & other animals, grooming needs, tendency toward obedience, watchdog aptitude, key conformation points, & others. This book contains a wealth of photos & line art in color & in black-&-white. It's a volume that deserves a place on the shelf of every dog fancier, veterinarian, breeder, & dog owner. Caroline Coile, Ph.D., is an award-winning writer who has been showing dogs since 1974. In 1965 she was named "Handler of the Year" by the American Saluki Association, & one of her Salukis was named "Dog of the Year." She is author of eight of Barron's Pet Owner's Manuals on various dog breeds. |
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1800s Original Function Affection level AKC recognition America Area of Origin Basenji black and tan breed coat needs brushing Cocker Cold tolerance Companion Other Name Date of Origin distichiasis ears Earthdog trials Ease of training elbow dysplasia English entropion Exercise requirements Field Spaniel Form and Function Friendliness toward dogs Friendliness toward strangers gait gastric torsion Glance Energy level Greyhound Grooming requirements Gundog Heat tolerance herding herding trials History AKC Ranking Hound hunter hunting Illustrated Standard Irish Water Spaniel Keeshond Komondor lens luxation live outdoors male Mastiff Minor muzzle needs daily exercise numbers Occasionally seen Otterhound outdoors in temperate outer coat patellar luxation pets Playfulness Pointer popular Protection ability reserved with strangers retrieving safe area show dog sighthound skull slightly longer Special Diagnostics Standard Schnauzer Suggested tests Temperament Today's Function topline trials Other Name undercoat Upkeep walk on leash Watchdog ability Weight