The dog encyclopedia /
The dog encyclopedia / consultant editor: Kim Dennis-Bryan ; contributors: Ann Baggaley, Katie John. - Second edition. - 360 pages : illustrations (principalement en couleur) ; 29 cm.
Index. Paru antérieurement: 2013.
Introduction to dogs. Evolution of the dog ; Skeleton and muscle ; Senses ; Cardiovascular and digestive systems ; Urinary, reproductive, and hormonal systems ; Skin and coat ; Dogs in religion, myth, and culture ; Dogs in art and advertising ; Dogs in sport and service -- Guide to breeds. Primitive dogs ; Working dogs ; Spitz-type dogs ; Sight hounds ; Scent hounds ; Terriers ; Gundogs ; Companion dogs ; Crossbreeds -- Care and training. Becoming a dog owner ; Bringing your dog home ; At home and away ; A balanced diet ; Changing diets ; Monitoring feeding levels ; Exercise ; Grooming ; Grooming checks ; Being in charge ; Basic training ; Behavioral problems ; Visiting the vet ; Signs of health ; Inherited disorders ; Parasites ; Nursing a sick dog ; First aid ; Breeding.
"Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this brilliant book about dogs puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture, as famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. The catalog introduces more than 400 dog breeds arranged in traditional categories, including primitive and working dogs, companion dogs, and scent hounds. Every entry includes glorious photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing the individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice"--
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Dogs--Encyclopedias.
Dog breeds--Encyclopedias.
Encyclopedias.
Encyclopedias.
Index. Paru antérieurement: 2013.
Introduction to dogs. Evolution of the dog ; Skeleton and muscle ; Senses ; Cardiovascular and digestive systems ; Urinary, reproductive, and hormonal systems ; Skin and coat ; Dogs in religion, myth, and culture ; Dogs in art and advertising ; Dogs in sport and service -- Guide to breeds. Primitive dogs ; Working dogs ; Spitz-type dogs ; Sight hounds ; Scent hounds ; Terriers ; Gundogs ; Companion dogs ; Crossbreeds -- Care and training. Becoming a dog owner ; Bringing your dog home ; At home and away ; A balanced diet ; Changing diets ; Monitoring feeding levels ; Exercise ; Grooming ; Grooming checks ; Being in charge ; Basic training ; Behavioral problems ; Visiting the vet ; Signs of health ; Inherited disorders ; Parasites ; Nursing a sick dog ; First aid ; Breeding.
"Starting with their history, evolution, and anatomy, this brilliant book about dogs puts on a show of dogs in art and advertising, sport and service, and religion and culture, as famous dogs in fiction line up alongside heroic helpers. The catalog introduces more than 400 dog breeds arranged in traditional categories, including primitive and working dogs, companion dogs, and scent hounds. Every entry includes glorious photographs and fact-packed profiles detailing the individual character, compatible owner traits, and breed-specific advice"--
9780744073706 0744073707
Dogs--Encyclopedias.
Dog breeds--Encyclopedias.
Encyclopedias.
Encyclopedias.