The Howell Book of Dogs: The Definitive Reference to 300 Breeds and Varieties

Liz Palika

Wiley, Aug 27, 2007 - Pets - 403 pages

The Howell Book of Dogs is a hardcover, four-color book that will serve as a timeless and authoritative reference for dog owners and those who are considering getting a dog. Approximately 300 breeds and varieties are covered, encompassing AKC breeds, UKC breeds, and many rare breeds, such as the Eurasier, Jagd Terrier, Mi Ki, and Thai Ridgeback. One or more color photos of each breed will supplement text that describes the breed’s origins, physical characteristics, and personality traits. In addition, the book includes an informative section about dog care and training, making it the only reference book dog owners will ever need.

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This book has many interesting and rare breeds included in it for example the Silken Windhound and the Thai Ridgeback. There are beautiful photographs and nice descriptions of the breeds included ...

About the author

Liz Palika has written more than fifty books and has won two prestigious Maxwell Awards from the Dog Writers Association of America. Her work has been published in Newsweek, Dog World, Dog Fancy, the AKC Gazette, and other magazines.

Bibliographic information

• Title: The Howell Book of Dogs: The Definitive Reference to 300 Breeds and Varieties
• Author: Liz Palika
• Publisher: Wiley, 2007
• ISBN: 0470175850, 9780470175859
• Length: 403 pages
• Subjects: Pets / Dogs / Breeds