Planet Dog: A Doglopedia

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2005 - Pets - 364 pages
Combining the practical, the informative, and the entertaining, this unique encyclopedic treatment addresses not only the care of dogs but also their culture, their competitions, their breeding and behavioral characteristics--even dog people themselves--all in a feisty and easily accessible guide.
 

Contents

Top Dogs
75
Dogs Who Changed the Course of History
82
ACE Award Winners
88
Dickin Medal Winners
94
Whos Who at the Dog Show
100
Breeds
139
Biters
188
Breeds to Avoid if You Have Children
194
Tips for Preparing Your Dog for a New Baby
240
How to Buy a Purebred Puppy
246
Things About Humans That Annoy Dogs
252
The Celebrity Dog Advocates Hall of Fame
258
Tips for Training a Blind Dog
300
Great Recipes for Homemade Dog Biscuits
306
Theories on the Origins of Tail Wagging
312
Questions to Ask Before You Hire a Professional
318

Dog Breeds for Outdoor Life
200
Noisiest Dogs
206
Tender Loving Care
235
How to Bathe Your Dog
324
the Holiday Season
350
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